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Our Picks on 6 WNC Tree Farms to Harvest Your Own Live Tree This Year

Nov 24, 2018 | scoop team

  When thinking about where to find the perfect tree for the season, consider that there is no better way to pick the right tree than by going to a choose-and-cut farm to harvest your own tree. Nearby Western North Carolina is teeming with incredible tree farms with options galore. Below we’ve highlighted six of […]


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6 WNC Restaurants With A View That Are Ideal For a Fall Weekend Road Trip

Sep 20, 2018 | scoop team

We’ve already established that fall is the best time of the year for a road trip to the mountains, now we’ve put together a list of six must-visit restaurants in Western North Carolina that let you enjoy the beauty of the season with stunning views and delicious food. Canyon Kitchen Cashiers, North Carolina Located in […]


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NC Leaf Season: Where And When To Go To See Fall Color

Sep 19, 2018 | scoop team

It’s September and temps are still high but we’ve got our hearts set on cooler weather, pumpkin patches and all the Fall colors. We’re lucky to live in a state that’s beautiful all year long, but even more so during the months when the leaves begin to change from greens to vibrant yellows, rich reds, […]


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7 Spots Perfect For Fall Glamping

Sep 16, 2018 | scoop team

Camping as a kid is an experience that I will always cherish. The excitement of sleeping outdoors, cooking on a campfire, and fresh air was hard to beat. Even now that I am older I still enjoy spending a relaxing night outside with nothing but the sounds of cicadas and frogs humming along, but these […]


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NC Wineries to Visit this Labor Day Weekend (or Any Weekend)

Aug 20, 2018 | scoop team

North Carolina is home to almost 200 wineries that are spread out across the state all the way from the sandy coast to the mountains. The website NCWine.org has a pretty extensive and user-friendly list / map of wineries across the state, so no matter where you plan to travel you can add a winery […]


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4 Under The Radar NC Mountain Towns You Can Visit This Summer

Jun 18, 2018 | scoop team

While Asheville is typically the go-to when it comes to a trip to the mountains, there are several lesser known mountain towns that definitely shouldn’t be overlooked. Here are four mountain towns that are within an easy drive of Charlotte and have plenty to offer making them perfect for a quick getaway: Black Mountain Located […]


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9 Reasons To Make A Trip To The NC Mountains This Summer

Jun 17, 2018 | scoop team

During the fall people flock to the mountains to get a glimpse of the beautiful foliage, but there are plenty of reasons to take a quick road trip to the mountains during the summer as well. From special art installments by famous artists to movies under the stars — here are some of our favorite […]


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Last Minute Road Tripping. Our Picks for Day Trips out of Charlotte

May 24, 2018 | Allison

Staying local for the weekend? Good call. Around Charlotte, there’s a mini-vacation for everyone, whether you’re looking to check out the latest culinary hotspots or get outdoors. Start planning with our picks for best day trips from Charlotte: FOR FOODIES Lexington – Distance from Charlotte: 1 hour, 10 min. (58.5 miles) If you’ve got an appetite […]


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Our 50th Birthday Trip Ideas

Oct 27, 2017 | scoop team

While ’50’ may only be a number, it’s a great reason to take the trip you’ve always wanted. Don’t wait another day or put it off until next year; we’ve listed below a few options for a variety of travelling parties and budgets to help you celebrate making it to this milestone. And, we at […]


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Fall is our Favorite Time for Glamping and Cabin Renting

Oct 14, 2017 | scoop team

The leaves are changing, the weather is FINALLY (fingers crossed) cooling down, and you feel that itch to get outdoors. You want to disconnect from the busy city life and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of nature. Still, you feel hesitant. You know that camping is all fun and games until it’s rainy, cold, or miserable, […]


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Perfect Fall Road Trip Restaurants

Sep 27, 2017 | Allison

Is it just me or does every good trip include at least one to-die-for meal? Some people schedule adventure trips, culture travel, business-with-pleasure. At scoop, we plan around the meals. Whether it’s a stunning view, unique flavors or a landmark experience, these travel-worthy restaurants within four hours of Charlotte are my favorites for what it […]


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Banner Color Year Predicted. Peak Fall Colors 2017 & Where to Find Them Around Here.

Sep 4, 2017 | scoop team

It’s safe to say that most of us are excited for fall and the gorgeous colors the season brings. At no other time of the year do dazzling color paint the North Carolina landscape quite like autumn does. If you’re already excited for fall, then get ready–according to NOAA Climate Scientist Jake Crouch, North Carolina’s […]


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