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Biltmore in Candlelight: Candlelight Christmas
Biltmore in Candlelight: Candlelight Christmas Evenings Asheville, North Carolina, is a lively and picturesque town, home to many beautiful sites. Wtih the stunning scenery of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville draws a lot of attention, especially when the leaves begin to change. People also come to Asheville to admire another stunning scene: America’s largest home,…
Read MoreHoliday Decor For Where You Are on the Map
Regardless of where you live in the United States, decorating for the holidays is the best way to get into the spirit of the season. But before you break out the same decorations you’ve been using year after year, consider changing it up this holiday. Depending on where you live, you may be surprised to find yourself with a whole new decorating scheme in just a few days!
Read MoreToys for Tots Motorcycle Rides
Toys for Tots motorcycle rides have been happening across the country for decades. On these rides, motorcyclists ride their bikes through the cold in order to raise money for Toys for Tots. Often, the cyclists also carry gifts on their bikes to donate to the organization. The rides range in length and time, but every ride is done in the spirit of charity, generosity, and love during the holiday season.
Read MoreWeeki Wachee, Florida – Along the “Nature Coast”
Weeki Wachee, Florida – Along the “Nature Coast” Located along the Gulf Coast in Hernando County, Florida, Weeki Wachee is a quaint town with a lot to offer in its surrounding area. The city proper is home to only 12 people, providing the ideal getaway for those looking for peace and quiet. Nearby, the community…
Read MoreHoliday Festivities
It’s that time of year when the atmosphere has a different feel to it; when houses and city streets are decorated in hues of greens and reds, and lights-multicolored or white-twinkle in the dimming light of the day. Yes, the holiday season is upon us, bringing with it a multitude of festivities to help get into the holiday spirit. Here are just a few of many happenings to spread the cheer.
Read MoreChristmas in Conway, on Hallmark
Christmas in Conway, on Hallmark Hallmark’s latest holiday inspired movie, “Christmas in Conway,” is sure to be a heart-warming and deeply moving film involving the struggle of cancer, the strength of love, and the magic of Christmas. The story of Christmas in Conway is set in Conway, South Carolina., one of the oldest cities in…
Read MoreShrimp & Grits Recipe
My grandmother’s grits were always the best. When I had grits cooked by others they did not come close to hers. They were very smooth, creamy, and full of flavor. Not gritty and tasteless. Many people have tried to get their hands on my grandmother’s secret, but she always kept it close to her heart, until one day she asked me if I wanted to help her make breakfast. That’s when I learned her secret, and have been making grits “Grandma’s Way” ever since. I have even converted my husband, who is from New Jersey, into a grits lover.
Read MoreCharleston Culinary Tours
Charleston Culinary Tours Charleston, SC, knows a thing or two about food. Known for its local seafood, and full of Lowcountry flavors and staple dishes like gumbo, fried oysters, and shrimp and grits, popular eating spots (like Hyman’s Seafood, A.W. Shucks Seafood Restaurant and Oyster Bar, and High Cotton) are bound to have long lines.…
Read More7 Fastest Appreciating Retirement Destinations in Florida
Out of 15 cities in the US being recognized by RealtyTrac as retiree homebuying hot spots, about half of those cities are located in Florida. It’s not surprising that Florida made a “best retirement destination” kind of list—it’s got the warm weather and tax friendliness that the majority of retirees look for. But RealtyTrac has…
Read MoreGolf in Color
Golf in Color in the Midst of Stunning Autumn Color The coolness of autumn weather and the vibrant colors that come with it are two reasons that make this time of year perfect to enjoy the outdoors, and a round or two of golf. Fairfield Glade, a Tennessee community located 2,000 feet above sea level…
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