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2 Days in Pisgah National Forest During the Fall Foliage with Easy Hikes
2 Days in Pisgah National Forest During the Fall Foliage with Easy Hikes

2-day itinerary exploring the best of Pisgah National Forest in North Carolina with easy hikes.

The Best Cottage To Stay in Asheville with Scenic Views
The Best Cottage To Stay in Asheville with Scenic Views

A complete review of our stay in this charming cottage in Ashville, North Carolina. With the desire to foster a cozy and communal atmosphere, we decided to forgo the conventional hotel experience and opt for an Airbnb rental.

What To Wear and Pack for North Carolina’s Fall Foliage in October
What To Wear and Pack for North Carolina’s Fall Foliage in October

The weather in Asheville, NC in October can be quite pleasant, with crisp mornings (50’s) and mild daytime temperatures (70’s). To enjoy the fall foliage comfortably, layering was key, and here is what we ended up packing and wearing. 

How To Spend a Day in the Smoky Mountains with Your Dog
How To Spend a Day in the Smoky Mountains with Your Dog

I have always wanted to visit the Smokies and decided to spend the day there with my dog, Kuma, in September. The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is not very dog friendly, but I still managed to find some activities I was able to do with Kuma and had a wonderful time.

Route 19 Inn - Cute Pet-Friendly Hotel Near the Great Smoky Mountains
Route 19 Inn - Cute Pet-Friendly Hotel Near the Great Smoky Mountains

Route 19 Inn is located in Maggie Valley, North Carolina, not too far from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. I chose to stay here because it was a cute looking motel with great reviews and it was dog-friendly.

36 Hours in Downtown Asheville - Solo Trip to Dog-Friendly Places and More
36 Hours in Downtown Asheville - Solo Trip to Dog-Friendly Places and More

I’ve been to Asheville a couple of times before, but this is the first time I explored Downtown Asheville a little more. I also had my dog, Kuma, with me and I was excited to see what kind of dog-friendly things I could do with her since Asheville calls itself “Dog City USA”.

Kimpton Hotel Arras - The Best Pet-Friendly Hotel in Downtown Asheville
Kimpton Hotel Arras - The Best Pet-Friendly Hotel in Downtown Asheville

Kimpton Hotel Arras is a pet-friendly hotel located in downtown Asheville, North Carolina. We stayed here for Labor Day weekend and had the best time.