What bride could resist a country where the arum lily—close cousin to that herald trumpet of wedding bouquets, the calla—grows wild beside every highway and byway in its coastal Cape region? There’s nowhere better to jump-start your new life together than an adventure honeymoon in this gorgeous, rugged Eden. By Mary Frances Emmons The Cape Region WHERE TO STAY: Tucked…
Distance from Charlotte: 12 miles A quick drive down I-85 and across the Catawba takes you to Belmont. This delightful small town's close proximity to Charlotte has led to new growth in recent years, with popular restaurants and shops opening downtown, the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden expanding, and Belmont Abby Basilica drawing visitors from across the country. But despite these…
Distance from Charlotte: 121 miles Nestled in a county that's more than 50 percent public forest land and has more waterfalls than any other in America, Brevard comes by its outdoorsy rep honestly. But with eclectic restaurants, highend galleries, craft shops, and annual festivals for bike and bluegrass lovers, Brevard has plenty of downtown charm to balance its Great Outdoors….
Distance from Charlotte: 91 miles The rustic town of Lake Lure's mountain-hugged lake and winding roads look like something out of a movie — and maybe that's because they are (try this trio: Dirty Dancing, Last of the Mohicans, My Fellow Americans). Here, colorful homes peek out from the peaks and boats skip across blue water. So pack your paddles…
Distance from Charlotte: 94 miles This charming mountain town — the only one directly on the Blue Ridge Parkway—is well-known as a luxury retreat. In the summer months it fills with tourists in search of cooler weather, but don't let the crowds deter you. Here you'll find small boutiques, eclectic galleries, and gourmet restaurants — all set in beautiful mountainous…
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