General

Winding mountain roads lead to the charming High Country villages of Blowing Rock and Valle Crucis. Skiers and snowboarders know the way to this winter recreation wonderland and its towering peaks by heart.

This region of northwestern North Carolina reaches out to visitors not only with famous names like Andy Griffith, Tom Dooley and Doc Watson, but also with high-quality and award-winning wineries and a cluster of small towns that take you “back home.”

Sweet notes of mountain music still ring out in the Blue Ridge Highlands. The notes of birdsong echo from soaring peaks accompanied by the symphony of a mountain stream.

Three United States presidents called this scenic area of Virginia home. The simple beauty of its rivers, lakes and mountains combine with history-book villages, grape-rich wineries and interesting college towns for a memorable tour.

The Shenandoah Valley is as lush and green as it is ancient. From Indian lore to modern recreation, the valley sets the tone for a land of natural wonders, colorful folk art and historic spots.