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Parkway Fishing Vacation Giveaway

July 18th, 2008 by admin

Our friends over at Virtual Blue Ridge are hosting yet another fun-filled vacation giveaway this summer, and this time, they are providing the lucky winner with gas. The 2008 Parkway Fishing Vacation Giveaway is sure to showcase the region’s great outdoors, even if it’s just for a weekend.

Starting this weekend, people can visit www.virtualblueridge.com for their chance to win this incredible vacation package valued at $886.87. By partnering with Foscoe Fishing Company, the lucky winner and a friend can enjoy a half-day wade trip for two. This trip will take both people to wild and hatchery supported trout rivers and streams in the North Carolina High Country. The Foscoe Fishing Company guides are trained to help novices and experts alike and will make your experience even more enjoyable. All guides are Orvis® endorsed.

We at Go Blue Ridge Card, have also gotten in on the fun by providing two 2-day Go Blue Ridge Vacation passes, good for incredible savings on the Blue Ridge area’s most popular attractions. General admission to attractions such as Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, and Biltmore are all included.

Alpen Acres is offering their charming mountain chalet to help you unwind after all this fun in the sun. Located between Boone and Blowing Rock, they are just off the Blue Ridge Parkway at milepost 291.9. Full of mountain enchantment and designed like the motor courts of the past, Alpen Acres features wireless Internet, a playground, heated outdoor pool, and complimentary light continental breakfast.

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Store has generously donated a “Parkway Guide Kit” to complete this vacation package. It includes a Virtual Blue Ridge CD-ROM, Blue Ridge Parkway Laminated Tour Map and popular book “Guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway” by Victoria Logue. These bestselling products will give you all the information you need to truly enjoy your Blue Ridge Parkway Vacation getaway.

Have the soaring gas prices forced you to cut back on your vacation? If so, warm up your mouse-clicking finger and get over to www.virtualblueridge.com before the August 31st deadline for your chance to win!

Planning a trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway? Read about attractions, tours, discounts, and more with the Go Blue Ridge Card.

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Vintage Fashions in Asheville, North Carolina

January 8th, 2008 by judy c

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Asheville, North Carolina is known to have the kind of innovative music and art scene that rivals even the biggest artistic communities of the world. But who would have thought that some of the best vintage clothing stores outside of Manhattan could be found here as well? Well, as I wandered through the unique and colorful shops that line downtown Asheville during my latest trip, I found just that!

Here’s some of my recommendations:

Most definitely check out Ragtime Vintage Clothing, conveniently located at 20 E. Walnut Street. This top shop is filled with the coolest vintage fashions for both men and women. Think hip 80’s tees, well-worn Levis and fitted jackets.

I snagged a really awesome white pea coat from 1960 (at just $30, it was a steal!). I secretly think it was serendipity since the jacket was just put on the floor an hour beforehand and fit like it was tailored specifically for me. Russ, the store clerk, helped me pick out a really cool satin scarf that I wear as a belt (just $4!) and a men’s fedora (for $12). There was way more that I could have bought at bottom of the barrel prices, but my luggage could only hold so much. They don’t have a website, but can be reached at 828-225-8889.

I also recommend Rags Reborn, a chic boutique just for women located at 1 W. Walnut Street. The owner, Trish Marshall, has a great sense of what modern women are looking for in their clothing and doesn’t disappoint with a great assortment of jackets, skirts and dresses. Their website is under construction, but they can be reached at 828-253-4488.

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