ASHEVILLE, N.C., July 28 /PRNewswire/ — You don’t need to spend a lot
of money to enjoy a romantic outing in the popular mountain resort city of
Asheville, North Carolina. In fact, many activities won’t cost you a dime!
The free online 200-page travel guide, http://www.RomanticAsheville.com , has
selected the city’s Top Ten Free Romantic Outings:
1. Get the Latest Deals: While a bunch of brochures may not seem romantic,
your first stop should be the Asheville Visitor Center downtown. You
will get lots of ideas for free outings, along with last minute deals.
2. Explore Downtown Asheville: During the day, meander the streets and
browse 200+ locally-owned shops. Each evening, enjoy street
entertainers.
3. Discover Lots of Art: Asheville is one of the top arts destinations in
the country. Galleries abound in downtown, Biltmore Village and the
River Arts District. Don’t miss the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge
Parkway.
4. Cruise the Blue Ridge Parkway: Often named one of the top ten drives in
the country, the Parkway provides a leisurely drive to see nature’s
beauty along the crest of the mountains, with plenty of hiking and
great picnic stops.
5. Find Waterfalls: There are many waterfalls to discover in nearby state
and federal parks and forests.
6. Take a Hike: To appreciate the natural splendor of the Blue Ridge
Mountains, get out of the car and explore by foot. There are trails for
all fitness levels, from short forest walks to strenuous summit hikes.
7. See the Smokies: Enjoy the quieter side of the popular Great Smoky
Mountains National Park. There are three entrances within 50 miles of
Asheville.
8. Attend a Festival: Free outdoor festivals abound. Plus there are plenty
of weekend tours to visit artist studios.
9. Walking Tour: If you love architecture, art and history, don’t miss
Asheville’s Urban Trail, a 1.7-mile walking tour through downtown with
art at 30 stops.
10. Stroll Through a Garden: The area contains some of the most diverse
plant life on the planet. The Botanical Gardens of Asheville near
downtown is a ten acre nature preserve.
