Tag: Mountains

Destinations, Tennessee, Travel, USA

Checking In: A Review of Roamstead in the Smoky Mountains of Eastern Tennessee

Alyssa and Michael sit on a sofa in a Roamstead cabin

Venturing out of the city and into a cozy cabin in the Smokies.

Destinations, North Carolina, Travel, USA

Checking In: A Cozy Log Cabin in the Heart of Blowing Rock, North Carolina

A log cabin surrounded by plants and flowers

Sharing an honest review of the log cabin at the Azalea Garden Inn in Blowing Rock, North Carolina As I hit publish on this post, it’s 93°F in my home city of Charlotte, North Carolina. But in Blowing Rock, just two hours away? It’s a perfect 72°F. The mountains call me frequently in the fall, …

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA, West Virginia

Traveling Light: A Packing List for a Weekend in the Mountains of Southern West Virginia

Alyssa looks out over the Turkey Spur Overlook in West Virginia

Unpacking everything that went in my carry-on for a weekend in Southern West Virginia Who doesn’t love a good road trip? The open road, the excuse to eat all the snacks you want, a great audiobook, and the ability to detour as your heart pleases… Driving certainly offers benefits over flying, in some instances. And …

Destinations, Travel, USA, West Virginia

Savoring the Season: Your Guide to the Perfect Summer Getaway in Summers County, West Virginia

Alyssa swings on an Almost Heaven swing at Bluestone Lake

Sharing my essential weekend guide to Summers County, West Virginia West Virginia just might be the country’s best-kept secret, and I’m all too happy to spread the word. With the exception of a quick jaunt into the northern panhandle, and a chill mountain house rental a few years ago, I’ve spent shamefully little time in …

Destinations, Packing Lists, Style, Travel, USA, Virginia

Traveling Light: A Packing List for Roanoke, Virginia

Alyssa wears a black jumpsuit and heels with a white blazer

A real-life packing list for a late-summer weekend in Roanoke, Virginia.

Destinations, Travel, USA, Virginia

Road Trip Ready: The Ultimate Weekend Guide to Roanoke, Virginia

Alyssa stands in front of the Greetings from Roanoke sign

The only travel guide you’ll need for a weekend getaway to Roanoke, Virginia.

Destinations, Travel, USA, Virginia

Checking In: A Review of The Liberty Trust in Roanoke, Virginia

Alyssa walks in front of The Liberty Trust

A review of the historic bank-turned-hotel in downtown Roanoke, Virginia