A sign offers encouragement along Highway 421 in Boone, N.C. on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, days after Hurricane Helene brought heavy rain and flooding to the North Carolina mountains.

Perched high in the Blue Ridge Mountains is the quirky college town of Boone, which at only a 3-hour’s drive from us in ...

Boone offers even-smaller-town vibes with cultural attractions, outdoor adventure, and scenic mountain views. About two hours north of Asheville by car, this Appalachian city is giving cozy, close ...

Travel + Leisure magazine, which named Asheville one of the overall best towns in the U.S., chose another Western NC location ...

A sign offers encouragement along Highway 421 in Boone, N.C. on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024, days after Hurricane Helene brought heavy rain and flooding to the North Carolina mountains.

Experience Boone: cool summer temperatures, stunning nature, historic accommodations, and unforgettable dining in North Carolina’s hidden gem.

It's published by WXII's parent company, Hearst Corporation. The Art of Living Retreat Center in Boone is among the 68 winners. The second North Carolina spot is the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville.