[Updated September 27, 2025] When we drove up the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina for the first time, we didn’t have much time to plan our trip because a plumbing issue forced us to vacate our ...

If the mountains are calling your name, there's a new lodging option in Western North Carolina that makes a scenic home base for a weekend getaway. Elk & Embers Mountain Hideaway is a collection of ...

Here are seven getaways that deliver. — -- intro: There's nothing quite like crackling embers and warm flames to stoke the heat -- romantic heat, that is. A roaring fire is like a sultry winter ...

Experience the charm and tranquility of this North Carolina college town in Appalachia, a gateway to the beautiful Blue Ridge ...

A secluded luxurious mountain escape, this elegant cabin offers a cozy fireplace, outdoor hot tub, and forest views just ...