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Tryon, NC

Tryon, known as the friendliest town in the south, is nestled at the base of the Blue Ridge Escarpment in the Thermal Belt region of western North Carolina. Year after year, Tryon’s moderate winters, cool summer breezes, rolling landscapes, and mountain views attract visitors in search of the perfect place to vacation and relocators looking for a retirement haven. Spring is marked by the April Fool’s Festival.  The weekend of Friday April 1 begins with a downtown street dance Friday evening. Folks are encouraged to practice their best moves and show them off in the dance contest. Tomfoolery is ...

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Floyd, Virginia

For a  “Virginia State of Mind” the small town of Floyd on the crest of the Blue Ridge is wrapped in the enchantment of mountain scenery, but the true magic is revealed in the very active environment of it’s culture.  Floyd has been recognized in the February-March 2011 issue of the national magazine Mother Earth News.  It made their select list of “Great Places You’ve (maybe) Never Heard Of.”.  The magazine, dedicated to sustainable living, found the culture of the town characteristic of the community it represents. More information A look at a single month in the website’s calendar of ...

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Hillsborough, NC

“Hillsborough is no ordinary, small, southern town”, is the declarative boast of the Alliance for Historic Hillsborough.  History, arts and culture are alive and flourishing in Hillsborough year round. The Hillsborough Arts Council has been active in developing and supporting the arts locally for more than 20 years. In spring and summer on the last Friday of each month the town square comes alive with music, vendors and an Art Walk visiting downtown galleries, while sidewalk cafes provide food and drink to complement the festivities. Fall brings the annual Handmade Parade that rivals Macy’s, but with giant puppets ...

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Saluda, NC

Saluda is an exciting place for fall adventures and a welcoming community that is eager to share the beauty and spirit of its scenic resources.  Waterfalls and natural gardens provide a peaceful variety of excitement while the Green River can offer an unforgettable whitewater thrill. Golfers enjoy time on local courses in a spectacular mountain setting.  Bikers and hikers have plenty of trails to explore the surroundings. At the end of the day, there is no shortage of cozy inns to relax until the next adventure begins and plenty of restaurants to partake in the pleasure of fine dining. Saluda has ...

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