BOONE, NC – Domestic and international visitors to Watauga County spent $517.51 million in 2023, according to an annual study commissioned by Visit North Carolina, a unit of the Economic Development…
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BOONE, N.C. – The Watauga County Tourism Development Authority (Explore Boone) is thrilled to announce the completion of upgrades to Rocky Knob, a 185-acre mountain biking park home to roughly 10…
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The TDA’s video and television initiatives were recognized among a record-breaking number of entries. BOONE, N.C. – The Telly Awards announced the winners of its 45th Annual Telly Awards this month…
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BOONE, NC – The second annual Discover Watauga Tourism Summit took place on Thursday, November 9th, 2023 for stakeholders and tourism partners of the Watauga County and Boone Tourism Development…
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And The Winners Are... Who Triumphed in Blue Ridge Outdoors’ 2023 Top Adventure Towns Contest? CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – Over 24,000 votes poured in to Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine’s thirteenth annual Top…
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On November 14, Guests Can Return to 1938 BOONE, NC – The Appalachian Theatre is returning to 1938 for its 85th Birthday. Patrons can join in the celebration and enjoy a classic film, "The Wizard of…
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The team behind the revitalization is Loden Hospitality, known for the restoration of The Longleaf Hotel in downtown Raleigh. BOONE, NC — Rhode’s Motor Lodge, a 1950s motel that has been renovated…
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VALLE CRUCIS, NC – Many things can change over the course of 140 years, but the Mast General Store remains committed to its customers and service to its community. These traditions were established by…
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Blowing Rock, NC – Winter in the mountains of North Carolina hasn’t slowed down the staff at Tweetsie Railroad. Opening day is set for April 8th, and construction crews are diligently working to…
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Header photo by Todd Bush, courtesy of Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation. LINVILLE, N.C. – Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship…
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