Weeklong roadtrip from DC: Should we go to Asheville, NC?
Asheville is great! I think you will really enjoy it. I have a friend that lives in the area and she told me that if I wanted to see some lovely foilage, that October would be the best time. Mid-to-late October may be toward the end, but I’m sure that it will still be beautiful. Don’t miss going up the Blue Ridge Parkway for a leisurely drive. It’s quite lovely. If you’re into fiber arts or antiques, Asheville has a lot to offer. There are quite a few excellent antique stores and some yarn shops with nice locally-spun skeins. There are a lot of “hippie-type” establishments and restaurants. I highly recommend Mellow Mushroom for dining. It’s veggie-friendly. Their calzones are not to be missed. It’s casual and has some eccentric decor. There are also many lovely waterfalls in the area. Some were accessible by car or an easy hike. I wish I could be more specific, but I was a passenger and am not clear where exactly we were. If you feel like ve
