Travel News

Chimney Rock --  Nine months after Hurricane Helene unleashed its fury on Western North Carolina, Chimney Rock State Park is poised to welcome visitors back to its iconic granite monolith and stunning vistas.

WNC -- Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and it brings a lot of excitement to the mountains of Western North Carolina.

WNC --  Hey there! Thinking about where to wander this summer? Let us tell you about a corner of the world that's been through a bit, yes, but has come out the other side with its spirit completely unbowed: Western North Carolina.

Summer in Western North Carolina is packed with reasons to visit (or just step outside if you're already here!).

Raleigh --  Today, Governor Josh Stein declared that despite Hurricane Helene's challenges, North Carolina's tourism industry as a whole remained resilient.  In 2024, visitors to and inside the state spent about $36.7 billion.

Banner Elk -- Looking for a road trip that delivers big mountain views and charming town stops without needing a week off? Check out this gem of a driving loop starting right in Banner Elk.

Asheville --  Seriously, this is the kind of news that makes you want to high-five strangers on the street! That stunning Flat Iron building downtown, the one that looks like it was plucked right out of a classic movie scene?

Henderson County -- The Henderson County Sheriff's Office sent out another reminder on social media that the Chimney Rock roads are still closed. We thought it was important enough to pass along.

WNC --  As the Blue Ridge blooms back to life after a difficult winter and the lingering effects of Hurricane Helene, Western North Carolina is ready to show off its roots—community, resilience, and the sheer joy of living local.