Here are three of the American South’s most charming small cities that you definitely have to add to your must-visit list.

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina is a perfect representation of what the South has to offer. Colonial-era homes and old plantations stand alongside barbecue and seafood joints where the aesthetic might be barebones, but the food is unbeatable. Take a stroll by the palms along the Atlantic and take in a deep breath: you’re in paradise.

Asheville, North Carolina

This mountain hamlet has long been known as an outlet for creativity and expression. From the theatres and art galleries to the dozens of craft breweries that line its streets, Asheville is quirky, fun, and one-of-a-kind. Everyone feels at home and welcome here.

Charlottesville, Virginia

My favorite college town in the South is Charlottesville, the city which hosts the University of Virginia. Its scenic location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and its rich history, including Thomas Jefferson’s 18th century home, gives Charlottesville plenty to see and appreciate.

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City Bakery

This unassuming spot actually has some of the best bread in Asheville. Their sourdough bagels are legendary, and the scallion cheddar biscuits are all you’ve ever dreamed of, and if you’re into high-quality, fast-casual, cheap food, this is the place for you.

Early Girl Eatery

This spot is super popular with tourists, but luckily, they have two locations outside of downtown that are much easier to get into. Whether you want to kick it at the West Asheville location or head to North Asheville for a bite, Early Girl is an affordable and delicious way to treat yourself.

Over Easy

This downtown spot can get crowded, but for good reason. Their food is so delicious and all locally sourced, which makes it an even more tempting spot. With a wide range of dishes that cover many different cuisines, Over Easy is a great place to feed a crowd.

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Asheville, North Carolina is a gem in the Blue Ridge Mountains. There’s so much to do in the summer that you should try to take advantage of as much of it as you can!

Breweries

There’s nothing better than getting a nice cold beer on a hot summer day, and Asheville can certainly deliver in this area. With more than 20 craft beer breweries, why not spend a day trying as many as you can? Many of them are even within walking distance of each other in downtown Asheville, so you’re totally set!

Swimming

While Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, that doesn’t mean you can’t go swimming still! There are plenty of swimming holes and waterfalls to visit in the area that are perfect for the summer heat. On the campus of Warren Wilson College there’s an awesome swimming hole, and if you want a really different experience, go to sliding rock and go down a natural water slide into the pool and swim along the waterfall!

Hiking

Obviously there are a ton of trails within the Blue Ridge Mountains, one for everyone! If you want an awesome view with the option of a short or longer hike, go to Craggy Gardens. If you want to just enjoy the view, go up to Max Patch for a beautiful bald.

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One American city that any craft beer lover has to visit is Asheville, North Carolina, a mountain town scenically nestled in a valley of the Appalachian Mountains.

Asheville has a unique and care-free reputation, and this character extends to the city’s beer scene. Despite only having a population of 92,000, Asheville hosts tons of craft breweries. The city in and of itself boasts nearly 30, and the surrounding region hosts even more.

It’s easy to take a stroll around Asheville’s comfy downtown area and visit lots of the breweries without using a car. One of our favorite Asheville breweries (which is located within walking distance from the city center) is Burial Beer Company. This brewery produces unique ales and offers a comfortable outside beer garden to enjoy your drinks in.

Other Asheville breweries in the city center with a fantastic reputation include Wicked Weed (IPAs and sour beers galore), Hi-Wire Brewing (good beer in a chic, industrial-inspired space), and Bhramari Brewing Company (a gastropub with an eclectic beer selection).

Asheville is truly a paradise for any beer lover. Go, and go soon!

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Hiking

Since Asheville is a mountain town, it is easy and encouraged to take advantage of the nature that surrounds the downtown. The famous Blue Ridge Parkway, which covers over 400 miles of road from North Carolina into Virginia has some truly spectacular lookouts that will blow you away. Simply take a drive, stop as many times as you please, and you can enjoy all that the mountains have to give without breaking a sweat.

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However, if hiking peaks your interest, you have come to the right place. There are so many hiking trails of all levels within a relatively short drive from the city center, making it very accessible. One of the best hikes to do is the Black Balsam Knob. This trail is located right off of the Blue Ridge Parkway and is full of natural balds, or areas where there are no trees to obstruct your view of the mountains. The first bald is only half a mile from the parkway, but there are hikes that are 5-mile loops. Whatever level you can commit to, the Black Balsam Knob has a trail for you.

Culture

Downtown Asheville is full of interesting architecture and history. Stop by the Black Mountain College Museum, a tribute to the Black Mountain College which was an alternative arts school opened from 1933-1957. This college displays the art from the archives of the college, as well as artists who attended the school during its opening.

An unusual spot to check out downtown is the Woolworth’s Counter, which is located inside the Woolworth’s building, now called the Woolworth’s Walk. This historic building has retained its functional lunch counter and also added over 100 booths for local artists to sell anything from furniture to paintings.

Beer

Asheville is known for being “Beer Town USA”. It has more breweries per square mile than anywhere else in the country, including big companies such as Sierra Nevada and New Belgium. There is also a myriad of local breweries scattered throughout downtown, the River Arts District and the West Asheville neighborhood. Some of the best include the Wedge, Highland Brewing, Twin Leaf and Hi-Wire. Asheville is famous for hoppy IPA style beers, but you can truly find any type of beer you’d like at any of the breweries.

Food

Asheville has a high level of cuisine mostly focused around using local sustainable products. One of the best places to go is Cucina 24, an authentic but modern Italian restaurant that uses fresh ingredients to create unbelievably delicious dishes. Another incredible choice is Curate, a tapas restaurant that is an accurately genuine tribute to Spanish cuisine.

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Here are three of the American South’s most charming small cities that you definitely have to add to your must-visit list.

Charleston, South Carolina

Charleston, South Carolina is a perfect representation of what the South has to offer. Colonial-era homes and old plantations stand alongside barbecue and seafood joints where the aesthetic might be barebones, but the food is unbeatable. Take a stroll by the palms along the Atlantic and take in a deep breath: you’re in paradise.

Asheville, North Carolina

This mountain hamlet has long been known as an outlet for creativity and expression. From the theatres and art galleries to the dozens of craft breweries that line its streets, Asheville is quirky, fun, and one-of-a-kind. Everyone feels at home and welcome here.

Charlottesville, Virginia

My favorite college town in the South is Charlottesville, the city which hosts the University of Virginia. Its scenic location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and its rich history, including Thomas Jefferson’s 18th century home, gives Charlottesville plenty to see and appreciate.

The post The American South’s Most Charming Small Cities appeared first on Traveler Master.

City Bakery

This unassuming spot actually has some of the best bread in Asheville. Their sourdough bagels are legendary, and the scallion cheddar biscuits are all you’ve ever dreamed of, and if you’re into high-quality, fast-casual, cheap food, this is the place for you.

Early Girl Eatery

This spot is super popular with tourists, but luckily, they have two locations outside of downtown that are much easier to get into. Whether you want to kick it at the West Asheville location or head to North Asheville for a bite, Early Girl is an affordable and delicious way to treat yourself.

Over Easy

This downtown spot can get crowded, but for good reason. Their food is so delicious and all locally sourced, which makes it an even more tempting spot. With a wide range of dishes that cover many different cuisines, Over Easy is a great place to feed a crowd.

The post You Can’t-Miss These Brunch Spots in Asheville, NC appeared first on Traveler Master.

Asheville, North Carolina is a gem in the Blue Ridge Mountains. There’s so much to do in the summer that you should try to take advantage of as much of it as you can!

Breweries

There’s nothing better than getting a nice cold beer on a hot summer day, and Asheville can certainly deliver in this area. With more than 20 craft beer breweries, why not spend a day trying as many as you can? Many of them are even within walking distance of each other in downtown Asheville, so you’re totally set!

Swimming

While Asheville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, that doesn’t mean you can’t go swimming still! There are plenty of swimming holes and waterfalls to visit in the area that are perfect for the summer heat. On the campus of Warren Wilson College there’s an awesome swimming hole, and if you want a really different experience, go to sliding rock and go down a natural water slide into the pool and swim along the waterfall!

Hiking

Obviously there are a ton of trails within the Blue Ridge Mountains, one for everyone! If you want an awesome view with the option of a short or longer hike, go to Craggy Gardens. If you want to just enjoy the view, go up to Max Patch for a beautiful bald.

The post Don’t Miss Out on These Summer Activites in Asheville, North Carolina appeared first on Traveler Master.

One American city that any craft beer lover has to visit is Asheville, North Carolina, a mountain town scenically nestled in a valley of the Appalachian Mountains.

Asheville has a unique and care-free reputation, and this character extends to the city’s beer scene. Despite only having a population of 92,000, Asheville hosts tons of craft breweries. The city in and of itself boasts nearly 30, and the surrounding region hosts even more.

It’s easy to take a stroll around Asheville’s comfy downtown area and visit lots of the breweries without using a car. One of our favorite Asheville breweries (which is located within walking distance from the city center) is Burial Beer Company. This brewery produces unique ales and offers a comfortable outside beer garden to enjoy your drinks in.

Other Asheville breweries in the city center with a fantastic reputation include Wicked Weed (IPAs and sour beers galore), Hi-Wire Brewing (good beer in a chic, industrial-inspired space), and Bhramari Brewing Company (a gastropub with an eclectic beer selection).

Asheville is truly a paradise for any beer lover. Go, and go soon!

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Hiking

Since Asheville is a mountain town, it is easy and encouraged to take advantage of the nature that surrounds the downtown. The famous Blue Ridge Parkway, which covers over 400 miles of road from North Carolina into Virginia has some truly spectacular lookouts that will blow you away. Simply take a drive, stop as many times as you please, and you can enjoy all that the mountains have to give without breaking a sweat.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BhOny9BBx07/?taken-at=229385608

However, if hiking peaks your interest, you have come to the right place. There are so many hiking trails of all levels within a relatively short drive from the city center, making it very accessible. One of the best hikes to do is the Black Balsam Knob. This trail is located right off of the Blue Ridge Parkway and is full of natural balds, or areas where there are no trees to obstruct your view of the mountains. The first bald is only half a mile from the parkway, but there are hikes that are 5-mile loops. Whatever level you can commit to, the Black Balsam Knob has a trail for you.

Culture

Downtown Asheville is full of interesting architecture and history. Stop by the Black Mountain College Museum, a tribute to the Black Mountain College which was an alternative arts school opened from 1933-1957. This college displays the art from the archives of the college, as well as artists who attended the school during its opening.

An unusual spot to check out downtown is the Woolworth’s Counter, which is located inside the Woolworth’s building, now called the Woolworth’s Walk. This historic building has retained its functional lunch counter and also added over 100 booths for local artists to sell anything from furniture to paintings.

Beer

Asheville is known for being “Beer Town USA”. It has more breweries per square mile than anywhere else in the country, including big companies such as Sierra Nevada and New Belgium. There is also a myriad of local breweries scattered throughout downtown, the River Arts District and the West Asheville neighborhood. Some of the best include the Wedge, Highland Brewing, Twin Leaf and Hi-Wire. Asheville is famous for hoppy IPA style beers, but you can truly find any type of beer you’d like at any of the breweries.

Food

Asheville has a high level of cuisine mostly focused around using local sustainable products. One of the best places to go is Cucina 24, an authentic but modern Italian restaurant that uses fresh ingredients to create unbelievably delicious dishes. Another incredible choice is Curate, a tapas restaurant that is an accurately genuine tribute to Spanish cuisine.

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