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Weekend Trips
Plan ahead with our suggestions for memorable outings in Western North Carolina.
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Into The Wild
North Carolina produces almost 40 percent of the country's Christmas trees—and Yancey County is one of seven counties in the state where the growing takes place.
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Getaway: Brevard
Known for its recreation vibe, Brevard also has a vibrant food scene.
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Footloose In Hot Springs
Hot Springs is a mysterious little town, and part of the mystery is how it remains so undiscovered so close to Asheville.
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Prizewinners
Take a trip to Connemara, where the poet Carl Sandburg sometimes played second fiddle to his wife's dairy goats.
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Saluda
Sitting under the whirling fans of the Purple Onion, on Main Street in Saluda, the late summer and early fall are just about as pleasant as can be.
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The Poinsett Bridge
The Poinsett Bridge looms in the forest like something medieval. You half expect to find a troll lurking under its gothic arch.
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Fine Arts, Fine Food
For a perfect day trip, visit the Penland School of Crafts in Mitchell County and follow up with a meal from chef Nate Allen at Knife and Fork.
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