Located in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountain range in Western North Carolina lies the highest peak on the eastern escarpment of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Grandfather Mountain’s Calloway, sits high at an elevation of 5946 feet. The mountain is conveniently located nearby Boone and Blowing ...

Most tourists are well aware of Clearwater Beach: the world famous beach known for its’ sugar smooth sand. Although Clearwater is a great beach, it’s often too crowded with tourists to enjoy the day. There really isn’t much of an off-season either as tourists visit both during ...

Sarasota is home to some of the Gulf’s most beautiful beaches. A vacation to the area must include at least a day or 2 relaxing at the smooth, white sand beaches of Siesta Key. Of course, most people can only handle the harsh Florida heat and humidity for so long. Fortunately, there are ...

Florida’s Southwest Coast is known for being home to some of the most gorgeous beaches in the country. Unlike the congested, oftentimes commercialized beaches of Tampa Bay, Sarasota and Venice beaches offer a less hectic ambiance and an all around more leisure oriented vibe. Don’t get ...

If you are looking for something different to do on Florida’s Gulf Coast besides beaches, boat tours, and water-sports, then you may want to check out one of the numerous beautiful parks and preserves found scattered throughout the area. All too often, both tourists and locals skip the ...

Circle B Bar Reserve is the perfect day trip for both Tampa residents looking to escape the congestion and also Orlando tourists who are looking for a relaxing day away from the theme parks. Located in Lakeland, the reserve is just an hour drive from both cities. Here you will enjoy a refreshing ...

Oscar Sherer State Park is a great choice for visitors to the Sarasota and Venice areas who are seeking something a bit different than beaches, cruises, and tourist attractions. If you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet, head straight over to Oscar Sherer State Park in Ospry, located halfway ...

Western North Carolina is an outdoor lover’s paradise, complete with every type of recreational activity you could possibly imagine. The region is home to numerous notable attractions including the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. 4 ...

North Carolina is an absolutely beautiful state with plenty of wonderful vacation destinations, especially for those traveling from hectic city areas. You will find so many unique landscapes in this state including: mountains, coastal areas, and the Piedmont Plateau. The Western portion of the ...

The temperatures have cooled down, the leaves are falling off the trees, holiday decor is beginning to pop up everywhere, and thoughts of holiday treats have begun to spring up. This can only mean one thing – winter is on the way and it is time to start planning your snowy winter getaway! ...