Friday, January 4, 2008

Driving distance honeymoons: Asheville, NC

Less than an eight hour drive from Pittsburgh, Asheville, NC, offers plenty of romantic activities for a honeymoon. Located in North Carolina's gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is a place to experience both the outdoors and the arts.

Scenic Mountains
Take a leisurely drive along the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, or hike together along any number of different nearby trails. Visit parks and attractions such as Chimney Rock, where many scenes from "The Last of the Mohicans" were filmed.

Arts and Nightlife
Downtown Asheville bustles with activity, as artists and musicians provide plenty of entertainment for locals and tourists a like. A small and vibrant city, Asheville shines with its own unique character. At night, visit a local wine bar or brewhouse or take in a show.

Historic Sites
You'll find plenty of historic site and museums in Asheville, the most famous of which being the Biltmore Estate. At Biltmore, you can tour America's largest home, taste test at the winery and rent horses and bikes. You can even stay at the luxurious on-site inn or cottage.
For more information about Asheville, start with Explore Asheville for visitor guides and Web sites.

Images from Explore Asheville and Biltmore.

1 comment:

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