Blue Ridge Mountains Vacations

America’s most visited national park offers blue mountain ridges, forested hiking trails, a variety of wildlife and bits of Southern mountain history.

This amusement park owned by country singer Dolly Parton lures fans with its roller coasters and children’s rides, museums and live music and theater shows.

America's largest privately-owned home, Biltmore Estate dazzles with its 250-room French Renaissance mansion and Olmsted-designed gardens. Savor wine tastings while exploring this Gilded Age masterpiece.

North Carolina's first casino blends modern entertainment with Cherokee cultural elements throughout its resort. Enjoy luxury accommodations, dining options, and the 3,000-seat event center hosting premier shows.

The Island in Pigeon Forge dazzles with its 200-foot observation wheel offering panoramic mountain views. Explore shops and restaurants, or catch the mesmerizing choreographed fountain shows set to music after sunset.

Wind through Western North Carolina's breathtaking landscapes aboard vintage locomotives on this historic railway. Upgrade to first-class dining cars for a gourmet meal while passing over trestles and rivers.

Tennessee's only ski resort transforms into a year-round adventure park with alpine slides and wildlife encounters. Glide above the Smokies on the Aerial Tramway for breathtaking mountain panoramas.

Virginia Tech's Gothic-style campus features distinctive Hokie Stone architecture around the central Drillfield. Visitors can explore the War Memorial Chapel and experience the vibrant university atmosphere.