View of the Chimney Rock and Lake Lure BeyondVisit Chimney Rock Park this March, 2012 and enjoy a guided hike to Hickory Nut Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River at 404 feet. Dates of the [...]
The first annual Tattoo Fest in Asheville, NC, March 16-18, 2012, will be held at the downtown Renaissance Hotel. I confess, I know very little about tattoos and don't even have a tattoo, but this sounds like lots and lots of [...]
There are many fantastic reasons to visit The Biltmore Estate anytime of the year and while winter might not seem like the best time, we beg to differ. If you enjoy discounted prices, incredible views that only winter can offer, [...]
Enjoy three days of special small plate menus this February in Asheville, NC, Tuesday 21st through Thursday February 23rd, 2012, lunch-time through dinner-time (times vary each day), with the first ever Asheville Small Plate Crawl.Asheville Chef's from 26 area restaurants [...]
There are a lot of reasons to visit Asheville, NC, voted one of the top 10 most beautiful places in America, as determined by Good Morning America. Enjoy this video for a wonderful overview. Fun & funky downtown with an [...]
What is it with Asheville, NC and Beer? I'm not sure, but if you like Beer, Asheville is the place to be, no matter the season.Asheville boasts several breweries and tasting rooms, more than our fair share, for sure; and [...]
I know it's still Christmas, but the Winter Warmer Beer Festival is coming up in January in Asheville, NC, nestled in the lovely Western North Carolina Mountains - start planning now!! And how great is it to visit Asheville when [...]
Asheville Christmas - Lighting on the Green at A-B TechA-B Technical College's "Fernihurst" will host the second annual Lighting of the Green for delightful Asheville Christmas Activities, open and free to the public. Fernihurst was once the center of the [...]
Lots to do in and near Asheville NC for the holiday season and Dillsboro Festival of Lights, located about 45 minutes west of Asheville, will be hosting it's 28th year of this very classic and lovable event. The Festival of [...]
Teen Category - First PrizeEnjoy viewing the entries of the National Gingerbread House Competition at the Historic Grove Park Inn in Asheville NC this Holiday season. 2011 marks the 19th year for this delightful annual contest. Viewing is from November [...]
Thanksgiving week in Asheville, NC and things to do. Yes, many restaurants and shops will be closed on Thanksgiving day itself, but lots will be open. Following are a few options for the week, weekend and Thanksgiving Day.Most restaurants, shops [...]
Holiday Peanut Brittle - YUM!What better way to celebrate the holiday season with your family than in the kitchen with fun and easy holiday recipes; that's just what we do with our family, too, here at Oakland Cottage Bed and [...]