Biltmore Estate Video

We know Christmas is past but it's always nice to see the beautiful Biltmore Estate at Christmastime.

It's Snowtime in the NC Mountains!

The snow is here and it's time to strap your skis on and hit the slopes. But for lots of people this winter cash is a little tight. A great idea is to go skiing at your favorite WNC slope but forgo the expense of the pricey resorts.

Instead, stay in Lake Lure, NC. It's just a quick jaunt from many WNC resorts. Vacation cabins like Sadie's Retreat by www.vacationrentalsbysadie.com is a great alternative. It's cozy, you are away from the crowds and is a great value. All you need is your clothes, your skis and some food.

Guide to visiting Lake Lure and Asheville.

The Official 2010 Asheville Visitor Guide can help you plan on getting out and seeing some sights.

It features: What to Do, Where to Stay, Where to Shop, Where to Eat, and a 2010 Calendar of Events.

Another great idea is instead of staying right in Asheville, save some money and stay right next door in Lake Lure. Renting vacation cabins, such as Sadie's Retreat, offered by www.vacationrentalsbysadie.com are a great alternative.

You can get the visitor guide here.

Winter Romance Ideas

Want to rekindle the romance in your relationship? Here are some quick tips to help:

1. Get Out! Getting away from the normal day-to-day can help. Get out of town, it doesn't have to be far. Towns like Lake Lure, NC offer peace and quiet while being within a few hours of major cities. Get a little cabin in the mountains. Sites like www.vacationrentalsbysadie.com offer modern living in a remote setting.

2. Stay In! Turn off the TV, computer and phones. Talk. Read. Play board games. Spend some quality time together.

Just a couple tips to help warm things up this winter.

Asheville To Dos 1/8/2010 - 1/10/2010

ZOSO - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience

In 1995, Zoso was formed to create the most mesmerizing and accurate portrayal of "the biggest band of the 1970’s" - Led Zeppelin (Rolling Stone Magazine). Each member was selected to portray both the appearance and playing styles of Robert Plant, Jimmy Page, John Bonham, and John Paul Jones. Zoso almost immediately developed an outstanding regional reputation and were awarded "Best Tribute Act in California" by Rock City News. In 1999, Zoso began touring nationally, playing a remarkable 2,400 live performances, honing their show to become one of the most musically and visually rewarding acts in North America. Their passion, musical ability, showmanship and precise attention to detail earned them critical acclaim, name recognition and a large loyal following. The Los Angeles Times hailed the group as being "head and shoulders above all other Zeppelin tributes," and the Chicago Sun-Times declared Zoso to be "the closest to the original of any tribute."

Event date(s):

Jan 09, 2010 at 08:00 PM

Super Science Saturday

Experiment with science during Super Science Saturdays! Featuring hands-on activities led by our museum facilitators, these programs are sure to be fun for all ages! For specific activity descriptions or for more information, please visit www.thehealthadventure.org.

Event date(s):

Jan 09, 2010 at 12:00 PM

Blue Ridge Parkway 75th Anniversary

2010 marks the 75th Anniversary of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Join an extraordinary journey through the stories of this remarkable route and the region through which it passes. Discover the opportunities the 75th Anniversary presents! This yearlong celebration will include events all along the 469-miles of the parkway, from Virginia to North Carolina. Check the Web site often as new events are added.

Event date(s):

Jan 01, 2010 to Dec 31, 2010

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