North Carolina Apple Festival For more than seventy years, the best known street fair in the Carolinas has been filling up Hendersonville’s Main Street. The North Carolina Apple Festival dates back to 1938 when Henderson County celebrated its’ 100th birthday, “Henderson County Centennial Celebration.” It was first called the Apple Blossom Festival in April, 1947. World … [Read more...] about NORTH CAROLINA APPLE FESTIVAL IN HENDERSONVILLE
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360 TRAVEL SERIES: SANDLAPPER WATER TOURS
We recently joined Captain J.P. on a night-time excursion around the harbor. His dry wit kept all ears perked and eyes wide open. Charleston native, Ed Macy, is the storyteller on the Ghost & Pirate Tour. He is passionate about the cities' famous folklore. Macy has written several books full of ghost stories. He interviewed countless residents and tourists, gathering … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVEL SERIES: SANDLAPPER WATER TOURS
THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: JULY 26-28
Things to Do this Weekend: July 26-28 Weather Forecast Friday: Cloudy, high of 85 & low of 70 Saturday: More clouds, high of 86 & low of 69 Sunday: Cloudy, high of 87 & low of 69 *Possible rain throughout the weekend For the complete forecast click here Friday, July 26th Hydration Station with Schilling & Friends at The Whale GVL 2pm-midnight Join … [Read more...] about THINGS TO DO THIS WEEKEND: JULY 26-28
360 TRAVEL SERIES: CAROWINDS
Kids are out of school and parents are searching for ways to make sure their faces aren't permanently glued to a screen. You'd think school would be a "No Screen Zone." No, more than most class assignments are found in Google Classroom, Mastery Connect or some other educational app. Even though it involves a chrome book, these programs are great for students and teachers. Some … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVEL SERIES: CAROWINDS
STAYCATION AT THE STATION IN TRAVELERS REST
Planning a trip to the Upstate? If your journey takes you within a thirty mile radius of Travelers Rest, book a stay at The Station by Compo Hotels! These cottages sit along the Swamp Rabbit Trail and offer all the comforts of home plus much, much more! Recently, we spent a weekend in this tiny treasure. It was amazing! From electrical sockets perfectly placed (if you’ve … [Read more...] about STAYCATION AT THE STATION IN TRAVELERS REST
360 TRAVEL SERIES: PRINTMAKER’S INN, SAVANNAH, GA
360 Travel Series: Printmaker's Inn, Savannah, Georgia Remarkable what a Clemson grad can do when he sets his mind to the task (spoken like a true Gamecock fan). Peter Galloway, class of 2008, is a history fanatic. He and wife, Kristen, have opened a stunning inn in Savannah. It's within walking distance of all the major tourist attractions. Ever taken tours of old … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVEL SERIES: PRINTMAKER’S INN, SAVANNAH, GA
360 TRAVELS TO THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM
In 2005, when the Georgia Aquarium opened, it was the largest in the world. Today, with eleven million gallons of water, it's the largest in the United States (4th in the world). The land the building sits on was donated by the Coca- Cola Company. Home Depot Co-founder, Bernard Marcus, contributed $250 million to fuel the construction. Research programs from Georgia … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVELS TO THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM
SC SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL AT DENVER DOWNS
SC Sunflower Festival at Denver Downs Farm Who remembers the Beetles song, "I'll Follow the Sun?" That could have been written by a sunflower. These unique plants face East when the sun rises and creep toward the West as the sun slips across the sky. Each sunflower contains 1,000 - 2,000 seeds. Sunflowers that grow wild have many small flower-heads, while cultivated plants … [Read more...] about SC SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL AT DENVER DOWNS
360 TRAVEL SERIES: RIVERBANKS ZOO
360 Travel Series: Riverbanks Zoo Looking for a perfect field trip for the family? A short ninety minute drive will take you to one of South Carolina's most popular destinations! Riverbanks Zoo, established in 1974, is home to over 3,000 animals and 5,700+ varieties of plants. Its' mission is "to create meaningful connections and inspire actions that will have a lasting … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVEL SERIES: RIVERBANKS ZOO
CAMPING AT PARIS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Camping at Paris Mountain State Park"There may not be wifi in the forest, but you'll find a better connection." This is partly true. We do love the connection found in nature, but South Carolina State Parks offer wifi and I'm not mad about it!My family booked our very first (tent) camping trip last weekend. We chose the campground at Paris Mountain State Park so we could be … [Read more...] about CAMPING AT PARIS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK