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Inside Background
Architecture 
    Asheville has been called the Paris of the south because of the prevalance...
Last edited: May 04, 2007
Culture 
Asheville is an idyllic city with distinct southern charm, set on the ridge of...
Last edited: November 24, 2010
Health & Safety 
Asheville is a typically safe city. At night, the downtown is well lit and...
Last edited: March 04, 2012
History 
    Asheville, named after North Carolina Governor Samuel Ashe, was...
Last edited: November 27, 2006
Neighborhoods 
With its rustic southern charm and hip-but-quaint restaurants and shops...
Last edited: May 15, 2011
Recommended Reading 
There are several books of literature that will excite soon-to-be visitors of...
Last edited: May 12, 2009
Tourist Board Info 
Explore Asheville is the official site for Asheville's Convention and Visitor's...
Last edited: February 19, 2007
Weather & When to Go 
    Asheville, nestled among the mountains, is relatively warm in the summer...
Last edited: November 24, 2010
Architectural Styles of Old Homes 
   Asheville is rich in architectural styles and there are many examples of...
Last edited: March 27, 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
    For air travelers, Asheville Regional Airport should do the trick. The...
Last edited: June 11, 2006
Getting Around 
Since Asheville’s location is equal to sitting inside the rim of a cup, as...
Last edited: July 13, 2010
Public Transportation 
    Asheville's bus system links downtown to the surrounding areas. There are...
Last edited: November 28, 2012
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Inside Things to Do
Family Travel 
Kid-Friendly Asheville and the Surrounding Areas Try these attractions if you...
Last edited: February 01, 2013
Nightlife 
    The presence of UNC Asheville assures that there are plenty of things to do...
Last edited: June 12, 2006
Off the Beaten Path 
One of the treats of my trip to Asheville, was stumbling onto an outdoor art...
Last edited: May 07, 2006
The Performing Arts 
    Try the University of North Carolina at Asheville for student performances...
Last edited: June 12, 2006
Shopping 
    The Grove Arcade, located in downtown Asheville, is located in a...
Last edited: June 13, 2006
Sports & Activities 
    Asheville has one professional sports team, the Asheville Tourists, a Class...
Last edited: May 03, 2007
Best Views Within Asheville City Limits 
  There are three mountains within the city limits of Asheville and near...
Last edited: February 02, 2013
Biltmore Estate: A Family Legacy 
Biltmore is culmination one mans work, dreams, and imagination: George W...
Last edited: June 15, 2008
Blue Ridge Parkway 
The Blue Ridge Parkway is a 469 mile paved two-lane road that runs along the...
Last edited: May 25, 2011
Pet Friendly Travel 
Pack That Pooch! Pet-Friendly Travel in Asheville, NC There are some things...
Last edited: November 22, 2012
Rock Climbing 
Rocking Climbing is a great way to enjoy the mountains of Western North...
Last edited: July 21, 2011
Terpsicorps Dance Performances 
 Terpsicorps Theatre of dance has become Asheville’s own professional...
Last edited: April 14, 2008
Biltmore Estate 
This is not a typical historic house tour.  First time visitors to Biltmore...
Last edited: March 28, 2013
Biltmore Village 
  George W. Vanderbilt created Biltmore Village as the town site that would...
Last edited: June 04, 2009
Colburn Earth Science Museum 
The Colburn has changed its name and its focus: no longer just a gem and...
Last edited: September 20, 2006
Gray Line Trolley Tours 
This company offers sightseeing tours in Asheville.  The tours are on red...
Last edited: March 31, 2010
Looking Glass Rock 
The Paleozoic Looking Glass pluton is not "pure quartz" but a foliated...
Last edited: May 25, 2011
Malaprop's Bookstore 
Malaprops Bookstore is one of those wonderful little places that may be...
Last edited: October 17, 2006
Moving Sidewalk Tours - Segway 
Enjoy the glide of Asheville's only guided downtown Segway Tour! Starting at...
Last edited: August 09, 2010
North Carolina Arboretum 
    Young or old,  male or female,  gardeners or non, hikers, bikers, and all...
Last edited: November 17, 2012
North Carolina Stage Company 
North Carolina Stage Company is a professional non-profit theatre located in...
Last edited: March 03, 2011
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
Top Restaurants: For fantastic views, go to the World Coffee Cafe inside the...
Last edited: August 22, 2007
Breakfast 
Though the elite may be slightly put off by the exterior of the place---Five...
Last edited: February 15, 2007
Dining for Large Groups 
A great place for dining in groups (or alone) is the Asheville Pizza and...
Last edited: July 31, 2008
Grove Park Inn - Sunset Terrace 
When you're in Asheville, it's worth dining at the Sunset Terrace Chophouse at...
Last edited: July 25, 2008
Bouchon 
Bouchon is a family-run, true French bistro in a city once called the "Paris of...
Last edited: April 14, 2009
CinToms 
CinTom's is locally owned and operated and offers frozen custard, cobblers, and...
Last edited: July 24, 2009
Zambra 
If you're into small plates(Tapas) and sharing, one spot to try is Zambra.  The...
Last edited: May 11, 2008
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Inside United States: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Currency  The United States uses the United States dollar as its currency. The...
Last edited: May 11, 2010
Crossing the Border 
A little preparation will help simplify the process of entering the United...
Last edited: March 18, 2013
Emergencies 
Despite the best of intentions, accidents and illness happen when away from...
Last edited: October 11, 2012
Important Phrases 
Temperature in the United States... How Hot is HOT? How Cold is COLD?  100°F...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Telephones 
General: The standard American telephone number is ten digits, such as (555...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Tipping & Etiquette 
While tipping is not mandatory in the United States, it is expected in some...
Last edited: April 11, 2013
Additional Motel Taxes 
In many states motels, hotels and innkeepers of any description are subject to...
Last edited: September 08, 2007
Bottle/Container Deposits 
Depending on where you travel to in the U.S. bottle/container deposit laws...
Last edited: October 02, 2010
Customs, Habits, and Etiquette 
United States of America has a history of unified etiquette protocols that may...
Last edited: April 26, 2013
Discount Shopping  
A discount shopping trip in the United States can be a real bonanza for...
Last edited: April 24, 2013
Entry into the US from Canada 
Canadian citizens flying between a Canadian and American airport require a...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
International Travel - Electric Outlets 
Before making international travel, it is important to determine the electrical...
Last edited: April 08, 2013
Language and America 
  Some Anglophone Nations  United Kingdom On your first visit to the USA from...
Last edited: November 01, 2012
Polite Manners 
Eye Contact In the United States, most people consider it polite, and a...
Last edited: March 12, 2013
Sales Tax 
Contents:  1. Understanding the "sales tax" on merchandise and food in the U.S...
Last edited: March 07, 2013
Traveling by Car in the United States 
Many visitors to the United States  go to typical tourist areas like New York...
Last edited: February 07, 2013
Traveling with Children and Teens 
In the U.S., there are certain customs about the young that may differ from...
Last edited: October 28, 2010
US Customs 
Everyone who arrives in the United States is process by U.S. Customs and Border...
Last edited: April 26, 2009
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