In November 2021, David and I took a weekend getaway to Valle Crucis to stay at the historic Mast Farm Inn. I swoon over historic inns, and Mast Farm Inn is on the National Historic Registry and Valle Crucis Historical District of Watauga County. This quickly became an annual tradition for us each fall. Our…
Western North Carolina
5 Things I Tried and Loved in September 2024
Here we are in the last full week of October and am truly in disbelief that the holiday season is about to get into full swing! September was a whirlwind and I honestly got behind on writing and reading. That said, I purchased an Asheville-based gin that is a great way to support this local…
Elkin NC Travel Guide
Elkin is located in the North Carolina foothills and is one of the hidden gems of this region. Elkin is located along the Yadkin River and offers beautiful views of the North Carolina landscape. It is a great spot to do some leaf-peeping in the fall and provides a lot of fun and interesting things…
The Ultimate North Carolina Bucket List: Top 25+ Things to See and Do
As a native North Carolinian, one of my favorite things to do is to share my favorite experiences of what to do and see in the state. North Carolina has a lot to offer, and it is important to note that tourism dollars help fund public schools, which is another passion of mine. So, today,…
A Guide to Western NC Wineries
Did you know that the first grapevine in the United States was found in North Carolina? It is located on Roanoke Island and was first discovered in 1584. So, while eastern North Carolina has quite the history of wine in the state, it is western North Carolina that has become the go-to place for wine…
