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Explore 13 Amazing Small Towns Similar to Asheville NC

Asheville's skyline during a pink sunset with the mountains in the background, a scene somewhat common among towns similar to Asheville

Have you ever wondered if there are towns similar to Asheville NC in the United States? Good news: there definitely are, and we're sharing over a dozen of the best ones!

Destinations, Travel

15 Best Coffee Shops in Raleigh NC

Two picture-perfect lattes on a table in Iris Coffee Lab, one of the best coffee shops in Raleigh

This guide to the best coffee shops in Raleigh NC covers the best options for working and studying, the best shops downtown, those serving beer and cocktails, and more.

Destinations, Travel, Travel Tips

20+ Outdoorsy, Tasty & Free Things to do in Raleigh NC

Blooming trees along the highway leading into downtown Raleigh NC

Looking for the best free things to do in Raleigh NC? Or maybe the best outdoor activities in Raleigh, or a new place to eat (or drink)? We've got you covered with a huge list of free, outdoor, and foodie things to do in Raleigh. Local or visitor, we guarantee you'll find something new here! Fast-growing Raleigh, North Carolina, is one part welcoming, ultra-hospitable Southern city[...]

Destinations, Travel

Insiders’ Guide: the Best 3 Boone Wineries in North Carolina

A table with chairs and umbrella on a terrace overlooking vineyards and Christmas trees at Linville Falls Winery, one of the best wineries near Boone

The portion of the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains near Boone is a fertile wine region, home to some of the best wineries in North Carolina (not to mention epic hiking and other outdoor adventures!). We’ve rounded up the 3 best Boone wineries, so you can sip back and relax.

Destinations, Unique Stays

Glamping Unplugged | Dreamy North Carolina Glamping Domes

The front of a geodesic dome tent and deck at Glamping Unplugged North Carolina

It’s exceedingly rare today to truly “unplug” or find solitude anywhere, never mind in a bucket list-worthy destination such as the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains.Yet, aptly-named Glamping Unplugged provides exactly that: solitude and the opportunity to unplug in the heart of one of the most gorgeous parts of the U.S.To be specific, these North Carolina glamping domes are just outs[...]