Posts in Category: North Carolina

5 Free National Parks to Visit

Yellowstone (est. 1872) was America’s First National Park, while New River Gorge National Park in West Virginia is the newest addition (est. 2020). Mike and I first visited Yellowstone over a ...

15 Hikes with Scenic Water Views

Hiking is a wonderful way to explore the natural flora and fauna of a new area, birdwatch, get in some exercise and sunshine, and enjoy some fantastic scenery. Featured below are 15 wonderful ...

20 Spectacular Free Tourist Attractions in the Southeast

From the enchanting Appalachian mountains, to the white sand Florida Gulf Coast beaches, to rich historical cities, there is something interesting to see and do in the Southeast no matter your ...

The Top 10 things to do in the Smoky Mountains

The Smoky Mountains region is one of my favorite areas to hike in the Southeast. Woodsy hiking trails through diverse terrain (The Smokies is the most biodiverse national park), waterfalls, and ...

5 Blue Ridge Parkway Waterfalls to See

Since moving to Asheville, I have spent many weekends driving, hiking, and exploring waterfalls on the Parkway. During the hotter summer months, I like coming up here to enjoy the cooler temps ...

10 Moderate Waterfall Hikes near Asheville

I had never even visited the Asheville region until relocating here. Sure, I knew of the city’s reputation as a foodie oasis, but I was unaware of the stunning nature surrounding the city. To ...

Asheville: San Francisco of the East

Many different nicknames have been attributed to Asheville over the years. The quirky city in North Carolina’s Blue Ridge mountains has long been known as an artistic oasis. It’s one of ...

10 Must-Dos in Charlotte, North Carolina

Charlotte, the biggest city in North Carolina, has become a popular transplant city in recent years. The mild climate, low cost of living, and close proximity to both the mountains and oceans has ...

Things to do in Highlands: A Cool High Altitude Escape in North Carolina

At 4111 feet, Highlands is one of the highest elevated towns in North Carolina. The small community of just over 1000 residents is located within the beautiful Nantahala National Forest. The cool ...

20+ Amazing Local Restaurants in Asheville

Asheville is widely considered to be the top foodie destination in North Carolina. While you can find plenty of Southern staples like BBQ, biscuits and gravy, and sweet potato pancakes in town, the ...