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Cabin in the Woods: Golden Days at Cavender Creek

The cabins, complete with hot tubs and grills, are welcoming enough on their own. Throw in the great attractions and activities around Dahlonega, Georgia, and you have a great getaway.

Blue Cheese Revival, Honest Deviled Eggs, and More in Upcountry South Carolina

The flavors of barbecue, blue cheese, historic hot dogs and honest deviled eggs are calling.

Northern Shenandoah Weekend

Combine the Patsy Cline magic of Winchester with getting "lost" in West Virginia, and you're ready for fun.

Grand Tour: Restored Hotels of Western Virginia

In several mountain towns along the I-81 corridor, downtown landmark hostelries are being reborn.

Weekends! Mountains! Summer!

It's time for exploring the mountains of the South.

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Cabin in the Woods: Golden Days at Cavender Creek

The cabins, complete with hot tubs and grills, are welcoming enough on their own. Throw in the great attractions and activities around Dahlonega, Georgia, and you have a great getaway.
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Blue Cheese Revival, Honest Deviled Eggs, and More in Upcountry South Carolina

The flavors of barbecue, blue cheese, historic hot dogs and honest deviled eggs are calling.
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Northern Shenandoah Weekend

Combine the Patsy Cline magic of Winchester with getting "lost" in West Virginia, and you're ready for fun.
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Grand Tour: Restored Hotels of Western Virginia

In several mountain towns along the I-81 corridor, downtown landmark hostelries are being reborn.
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Weekends! Mountains! Summer!

It's time for exploring the mountains of the South.
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Smith Mountain Lake Virginia is a hidden gem within the Blue Ridge Mountains. This beautiful area features boating, sailing, hiking, shopping, fishing, and much more.
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Sarah Smiles: The Lake Effect

Growing up, many of my weekends were spent at my late step-grandmother’s house on Smith Mountain Lake in Virginia.

June 26, 2026

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