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Perched high in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone delights visitors with a small-town feel, laid-back attitude, and endless outdoor activities. In whichever season you choose to visit, we trust you’ll discover your next nationally-noteworthy travel story in beautiful Boone, North Carolina.
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News & Accolades
Southern Living - June 2024
Summertime in Boone is unbeatable. And not just because it's 10° cooler than the rest of the state! Southern Living says Boone is one of the 15 Most Adorable Small Towns For A Summer Getaway for several reasons including our enchanting, historic downtown.
USA Today - May 2024
Nostalgic motor lodges are having a moment across the U.S. and Boone's very own Rhode's Motor Lodge hasn't gone unnoticed, securing the 7th spot in the 2024 Readers' Choice Award for the 10 Best Roadside Motels in the U.S.!
Men's Journal - April 2024
When it comes to the 50 Best Vacations in the U.S., Boone took the 43rd spot in the 2024 Men's Journal Travel Awards. Stand-out mentions included Horn in the West, the Horton Hotel, and The Cardinal to name a few.
Essence - April 2024
In this round-up of The Wine Destinations In The U.S. That Should Be On Your Radar, our Boone Area Wine Trail made the list of 6 unique viticultural areas worth the trip. We'll toast to that!
Southern Living - March 2024
The locals don't lie! This picturesque mountain town ranked #12 out of The 15 Most Beautiful Places In North Carolina.
Condé Nast Traveler - February 2024
Of all the Best Yoga and Wellness Retreats in the U.S. and Canada, Condé Nast selected Boone's Art of Living Retreat Center for its robust programming, Ayurvedic spa, and 380-acre "utopian community."
