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NC's only
show caverns offers a unique glimpse of nature
at work "inside" our mountains! Natural
limestone caverns feature stalactites,
stalagmites, underground stream with blind
trout, the "Bottomless Pool", and the
opportunity to experience "total darkness".
Guides take visitors along a smooth path into
the inner recesses of Humpback Mountain for an
entertaining & informative half-hour tour.
Complete your visit with rock specimens, gift
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McDOWELL |
Marion, NC |
North
Carolina High Country |
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Journey
through time to see over 50 life size
reproductions, the awesome meat eaters
Megalosaurus, Allosaurus and Tyrannosaurus. Look
at the gentle sauropods, the armored dinosaurs
as well as the duckbills. Bring your camera! Be
sure to visit our beautiful gift shop featuring
Fenton glass, Minnetonka moccasins,
collectibles, tee shirts, leather goods,
pottery, Civil War items,and dinosaur items.
540-869-2222. Dinosaur Land, Inc 3848 Stonewall
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CLARKE |
White
Post, VA |
Shenandoah
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Enjoy fun
& food for the entire family. Features: over 100
arcade games, batting cages, indoor & outdoor
mini golf, laser tag, a ferris wheel, go-carts &
more. We even have The Foam Factory, an
inflatable slide & a carousel for the little
tikes. Plus, there are 3 distinct dining
options: The Boiler Room Steakhouse, The Burger
Factory & The Pizza Factory. Contact our special
events coordinator for birthday parties,
meetings & company events. Smoke-free.
Family-friendly. (Open Mon - Sat) |
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MACON |
Franklin,
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Western
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Big Walker
Lookout is filled with hand made local crafts
and artist’s works. We feature over 30 kinds of
Country Store Jams, Jellies and Relishes in our
Country Cupboard. These home cooked jams are
made by local Amish families in the foothills of
the Blue Ridge for your lip smacking enjoyment.
We are the overlook of the Big Walker National
Scenic Byway and offer magnificent views of the
valleys below. Check out our website for a
complete picture tour of our attraction and
others nearby. |
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WYTHE |
Wytheville, VA |
Blue Ridge
Highlands - Southwest Virginia |
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Since 1933
we have made Jewelry in natures own designs in
Sterling Silver, Copper and Brass. We welcome
Visitors to watch us at work. Our products are
available at Guild Crafts next door, at other
area Craft Shops and on-line at STUARTNYE.COM |
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BUNCOMBE |
Asheville,
NC |
Western
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The
Foxfire Museum & Heritage Ctr. serves as a
functional museum of Southern Appalachia with
self-guided tours for visitors, featuring
artifact displays in & around 22 log cabins. The
Gift Shop offers handmade items, The Foxfire
Book series, & a large selection of other books.
Gift Shop admission is free; self-guided tours
are $5.00 each; children 10 & under are free.
Admission includes one souvenir tour booklet per
family/group. Mon-Sat, 8:30 to 4:30. Closed
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. 706-746-5828 |
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RABUN |
Mountain
City, GA |
North
Georgia Mountains |
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Custom gem
cutting and mounting,14kt gold jewelry and
findings, cut gemstones, lapidary equipment and
supplies, mineral specimens, stone carvings,
gifts. Free Museum and store. Specimens from the
local area and around the world local Sapphire
weighing 385lbs. 14kt gold rings, earrings and
pendants ready made or select your stone and
have it mounted. We Stock Ruby, Sapphire,
Emeralds, Diamonds Tanzanite, Aquamarine,
Alexanderite. Jewelry design, ring sizing and
jewelry repair are available. |
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MACON |
Franklin,
NC |
Western
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Replica of
a Cherokee community of the 1750 period
featuring Cherokee artisans, lecturers, guides.
Homes, and Council House of the l750 period.
Also,Cherokee garden and nature trail is a part
of the Village tour. |
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SWAIN |
Cherokee,
NC |
Western
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Cherokee,
North Carolina's outdoor drama portraying the
tragic history of the Cherokee Indians. Open
mid-June thru late August annually, Mountainside
Theatre. Performance time 8:30 p.m. |
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SWAIN |
Cherokee,
NC |
Western
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Georgia
Aquarium has the world's largest collection of
aquatic animals and species from around the
world. Our five galleries house amazing beluga
whales, manta rays, whale sharks and much more.
Visit www.georgiaaquarium.org/bro for more
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FULTON |
Atlanta,
GA |
Georgia
Atlanta Metro |
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Come fly
with Captain Jack over the beautiful Yadkin
Valley of NC. We are a North Carolina
full-service hot air balloon company offering
romantic daily balloon flights over the wine
country. experience the elegance and the
excitement of a Carolina Balloon AdVenture! |
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YADKIN |
East Bend,
NC |
North
Carolina Piedmont |
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Fun for
the entire family. Mine for gems, play mini
golf, listen to live music or try your luck in
fishing in our pond. Just 7.5 miles out of Blue
Ridge. |
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FANNIN |
Blue
Ridge, GA |
North
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Discover a
world of music, theater, art and science all in
one place! The Clay Center for the Arts and
Sciences of West Virginia features three floors
of interactive science exhibits and a stunning
art gallery in the Avampato Discovery Museum.
The Center also presents incredible live
entertainment in its Maier Foundation
Performance Hall, which seats 1,883, and Walker
Theater, an intimate black box theater. From
exciting performances to educational family fun
days, the Clay Center is full of wonder and
imagination. Its mission is to inspire
creativity, learning and wonder through
experiences in the arts and sciences for all
people of West Virginia and the region. |
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KANAWHA |
Charleston, WV |
Metro
Valley West Virginia |
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There's
something for everyone at Chimney Rock. Whether
you seek the high adventure of a challenging
hike and guided rock climbing, a leisurely
stroll and soaking in breathtaking 75-mile views
of Lake Lure and Hickory Nut Gorge, it's right
here. |
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BUNCOMBE |
Chimney
Rock, NC |
Western
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Stroll the
streets of the Historic District of New Market,
Va with a storyteller/historian in 1860's period
dress and hear the stories of the lives of the
citizens who lived here during the Civil War. |
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New
Market, VA |
Shenandoah
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Thrilling
summits and unforgettable views along this ľ
mile-long, self-belayed climbing adventure.
Permanently installed safety system provides
accessibility to those without technical rock
climbing skills. VA lodging and transportation
available. |
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PENDLETON |
Circleville, WV |
Eastern
Panhandle West Virginia |
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Year-round
outdoor rec facility.Custom outdoor activities &
programs (horse riding, ropes courses,meeting/retreat
facilities & more). Transportation to/from the
climbing adventure at Via Ferrata at Nelson
Rocks Preserve (www.visitviaferrata.com). |
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ROCKINGHAM |
Harrisonburg, VA |
Shenandoah
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Local
storyteller tours the historic district and
recalls the stories of Civil War Women in New
Market,VA. May-October, daily(ex. Sun), 10:30am, |
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SHENANDOAH |
New
Market, VA |
Shenandoah
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Appalachian GhostWalks cordially invites you and
your family, friends, or tour group to join us
as we explore the mysteries of our mountain
heritage. Together, we will travel back in time
to visit and learn about the "People Of The
Past". As we stroll down Main Street in each of
Appalachia's oldest towns, you'll enjoy
tantalizing mystery, legend, intrigue, and fun
family adventure. Our "lantern-led" tours will
bring our region's Cherokee Indian, Frontier,
Revolutionary and Civil War history to life for
all ages. |
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UNICOI |
Unicoi, TN |
East
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Edinburg
(VA) Ole Time Festival, weekend of Sept. 15-17,
2006, has crafters, food, parade, demonstrators,
Children's Festival, Art Expo, music, 4K Fun
Run, bed race, duck race..... Fun for all..
540-984-7272 www.user.shentel.net/rritter/Festival
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SHENANDOAH |
Edinburg,
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Shenandoah
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If live
music is your thing, then you belong at The
Orange Peel. Listings are updated daily, so sign
up for the e-newsletter so you don't miss any of
our great shows. Past concerts have included Bob
Dylan, Sonic Youth, Sam Bush and Nickel Creek.
Come see why locals are saying, "See you at The
Peel!" |
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BUNCOMBE |
Asheville,
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Western
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Dive into
spectacular Lake Lure, one of the most beautiful
lakes in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Hop aboard
for scenic boat cruises of this magnificent
lake, or, rent a boat and explore on your own
(March – early December). The Beach at Lake Lure
and the Water Works offer summertime,
soaking-wet fun! |
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RUTHERFORD |
Lake Lure,
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Western
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Named
after an astronomical observatory used to view
the total solar eclipse of 1869, Solar Hill is
the first Bristol neighborhood listed on the
Virginia Landmarks and National Historic Places
registers. It has one of the finest collections
of historic residential architecture in the
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WASHINGTON |
Bristol,
VA |
Blue Ridge
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Discount
Dixie Stampede Tickets with NO Timeshare Tour
and NO Bull. We just sell Discount Tickets.
Check our website for current prices and
showtimes. |
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Pigeon
Forge, TN |
East
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The Mariam
and Robert Hayes Performing Arts Center, opening
in 2006, will be the premiere arts facility in
the NC High Country offering the best in
theatre, music, dance, film, children’s shows
and will be the home of the Blowing Rock Stage
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WATAUGA |
Blowing
Rock, NC |
North
Carolina High Country |
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Theater at
Lime Kiln open year-round. Outdoor theater at
the ruins of a 19th century lime kiln & quarry
May-October, historic indoor theater
December-April. A place where fun is ageless and
the dress code is casual. Admission Fee.
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ROCKBRIDGE |
Lexington,
VA |
Shenandoah
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This
160-acre herb farm retreat in a valley of the
Blue Ridge is the destination for gardeners and
nature lovers alike. Stroll the display gardens,
hike the trails, and wander through the shop
filled with soaps, lotions and potions.
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WYTHE |
Wytheville, VA |
Blue Ridge
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Closest
whitewater rafting adventure to Pigeon Forge,
Gatlinburg, and Sevierville, TN. No experience
necessary to see the Smokies in a different way.
We put a professional guide in every raft. Call
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COCKE |
Gatlinburg, TN |
East
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Top-rated
Festival in Historic Abingdon, Va., and the Blue
Ridge Highlands features antiques, art, crafts,
music & the performing arts, living history,
home & garden tours, literary events, outdoor
excursions, youth activities. July 30-August 14,
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WASHINGTON |
Abingdon,
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Blue Ridge
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Description: Beautiful, Tennessee B&B offers
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JOHNSON |
Mountain
City, TN |
East
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Historic
Rugby, on the beautiful Cumberland Plateau, is
one of the South's most intriguing historic
places. Tour historic buildings; lodge at 1880
Newbury House or Pioneer Cottage; shop for
crafts & British wares. Near Big South Fork
National Park. |
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MORGAN |
Rugby, TN |
East
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Discover a
new zoo place to play at Knoxville Zoo! Kids
Cove is a brand new area. It features a
playground, walk-through aviary, barnyard and
water play area. Beavers are on exhibit for the
first time in the zoo’s history. Ride the Wild &
Whimsical Carousel, custom-built for Knoxville
Zoo. |
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KNOX |
Knoxville,
TN |
East
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Country
Tonite is the most award winning show in the
Smokies! This high energy variety show provides
nonstop entertainment with the perfect mix of
great country classics to today’s top 40 country
hits. Its America’s Best Music and the Smokies
Best Show! |
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The
Orchard at Altapass is an Appalachian cultural
center celebrating the music, art, and natural
beauty of the Blue Ridge mountains. Over 100
years old, the Orchard sits right on the Blue
Ridge Parkway providing some of the most amazing
scenery in North Carolina. Open May through
October, 10am-6pm. |
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MITCHELL |
Little
Switzerland, NC |
Western
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Fly tandem
with a certified instructor by your side. See
beautiful Lookout Mountain from 2000 feet.
Lookout Mountain Flight Park is the largest
flight park and flight school in the US. Open
year round, everyday but Wednesday.
(877)hanglide. |
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DADE |
Rising
Fawn, GA |
North
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We offer
one-hour hot air balloon rides in the beautiful
Blue Ridge Mountains. We are located just 20
minutes West of Asheville. We fly early morning
flights (around 7am), seven days a week. Make
your vacation a memorable experience. 2-10
passengers. |
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BUNCOMBE |
Candler,
NC |
Western
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Discover
the wonder at Knoxville Zoological Gardens,
located off exit 392 from Interstate 40.
Admission is $10.95 for adults, $6.95 for
children ages 3-12, children under 3 are free,
and senior citizens are $8.95. Parking is $3 per
vehicle. |
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KNOX |
knoxville,
TN |
East
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Apple
Orchard, Pumpkin Patch and Christmas trees. Open
daily 10-5 from July 5-December 22. Farm Market
with fresh seasonal produce, jarred goods and
gift items. October is PumpkinFest with pumpkin
patches, hayrides, 2 corn mazes. Cut your own
Christmas trees. |
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JEFFERSON |
Harpers
Ferry, WV |
Eastern
Panhandle West Virginia |
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The 120
passenger Aerial Tramway offers spectacular
views year-round of the Smoky Mountains. Ober
Gatlinburg has a variety of activities - indoor
ice skating, bear habitat, Alpine Slide, water
rides, gokarts, chairlift, restaurant, lounge
and more. |
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SEVIER |
Gatlinburg, TN |
Great
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1880's
Boomtown, Gems & Gold panning, Grist Mill, Saw
Mill, Gem & Mineral Display, Music & Function
Venue, Educational Field Trips. Explore trails,
views. Picnic. Historic Fun for Everyone ! |
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WYTHE |
Wytheville, VA |
Blue Ridge
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