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Although a storm had struck overnight, the snow had melted by the time my husband Lucas and I awoke in the morning.  We never let bad weather get in the way of exploration, thus after a delicious breakfast in bed we left our suite at the Old Edwards Inn and...

Old Edwards Inn and Spa: Highlands, North Carolina First Impression For years, I had heard rumors that there was a hidden gem nestled in the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains named Old Edwards Inn and Spa.  I am not sure what took me so long to visit since it was just...

As per tradition, every Thanksgiving my family and I retreat to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, where for 5 glorious days we do nothing but eat, drink, sleep, watch The Godfather marathon, and take long walks on the beach.  Myrtle Beach is definitely not the most exotic destination in the world,...

Inn On Biltmore Estate: Asheville, North Carolina First Impression While I had visited the Biltmore Estate several times, I had yet to stay in the prestigious Inn on Biltmore Estate -- a hotel designed so that guests feel as though they are vacationing like a Vanderbilt.  The luxury hotel, which is...

After our self-guided audio tour inside of the extravagant Biltmore House (photography is strictly prohibited), we returned to the tranquil gardens for some more outdoor exploration.  In my personal opinion, if you wait until later in the day, the crowds at the Biltmore Estate will dissipate greatly.  Who can say...