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RE: Road Trip - Colorado to NC
by tilos 30 May 2012
You might enjoy some white water rafting on either the TN or NC side of the Smokies. I have rafted many times with Nanahala Outdoor Company…
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Re: Washington DC to Memphis
by SDBH 29 May 2012
Sounds like you are already familiar with the Asheville, Pigeon Forge, Knoxville area. For something new Nashville is just a few hours…
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Re: Washington DC to Memphis
by nicolas500 28 May 2012
Many thanks for all of the responses; very helpful indeed. We visited Asheville a few years ago but it would be nice to head back that…
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RE: Washington DC to Memphis
by arkansawyer7 28 May 2012
I'm going to have to agree with Anonimo and VinnyD in saying that eastern Arkansas is pretty much a wasteland. My hometown of Little Rock…
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RE: Washington DC to Memphis
by Fudgy_the_Whale 27 May 2012
Driving straight from DC to Memphis, that's a 14-16 hour drive. Asheville, NC is on the way, and you can stop there for a few days and…
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Re: East coast motorhome from Orlando to Washington DC Aug 2012
by BubbaK 25 May 2012
An RV to visit urban areas such as Washington, DC? Good luck finding a place to park, at least if it's a large RV (you don't mention…
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RE: Road trip - New Jersey to Texas
by mojorisn 24 May 2012
A, I made the trip in the early '90's from Harrisburg, PA to Austin, Tx. My only mistake was rushing it. I was there in 2 days with…
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RE: USA 3 month trip. Need advice on Georgia/Missisippi part.
by mrpenney 23 May 2012
>Should we fly form Charleston to Nashville (for 2/3 days) and then go with train/bus to Memphis (for 2/3 days), then to New Orleans?…
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Re: USA 3 month trip. Need advice on Georgia/Missisippi part.
by SDBH 23 May 2012
Charleston to Nashville - Driving is defintely an option, and the driving time is eight hours, which is manageable. However, I would…
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RE: To end up in North Carolina
by SoloHobo 19 May 2012
From Chicago the most fun route would be to head to Louisville/Lexington area, hit some wine and whiskey makers, then to the Smokeys,…
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RE: North Carolina - Asheville (Smokies) or Outer Banks?
by tilos 15 May 2012
Definitely Asheville. Not much exciting food in the outer banks and there are lots of places to see pretty beaches. I lived in NC for…
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RE: Road Trip from New York to Florida Keys
by SoloHobo 14 May 2012
Agree with #1- and forget the RV. Smokeys can be nuts in summer, try to visit park on weekdays, middle of week. Consider avoiding Gatl…
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RE: Hotel and nightlife in Chattanooga
by BubbaK 14 May 2012
If you want to be within walking distance of nightlife, you're likely going to have to be willing to pay more, or at least add in taxi…
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RE: North Carolina - Asheville (Smokies) or Outer Banks?
by travellingtrixie 13 May 2012
Ditto #3. Was going to recommend Brevard if Asheville was too much, but honestly, even in the touristy season Asheville is lovely. …
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RE: North Carolina - Asheville (Smokies) or Outer Banks?
by CascadeBob 13 May 2012
As with #3 - the deciding factor is when you plan to visit. In summer Asheville will be refreshing and green while in winter it can…
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RE: North Carolina - Asheville (Smokies) or Outer Banks?
by BubbaK 13 May 2012
What time of year? That is critical. Lots of hiking and mountain scenery around Asheville, closer then Grat Smoky Mountains NP (e.g.,…
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RE: North Carolina - Asheville (Smokies) or Outer Banks?
by bzookaj 13 May 2012
>We like nice walks, places that are not too built up or touristy, historic places and places with character. We like hiking and exploring…
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North Carolina - Asheville (Smokies) or Outer Banks?
by lauralark 13 May 2012
Hi all, I'm trying to find a nice place to visit for about 5 days or so for two couples to visit together. We are hoping to rent a nice…
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Most liberal college towns
by clarkcoan 09 May 2012
The Princeton Review has this list. I would add Evergreen in Olympia, WA. I've been there and well as Reed College. I haven't really been…
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musician seeking travel buddy (USA - NYC>Florida>TX>Seattle>San Diego)
by kevincasey 09 May 2012
Hello! I am putting this out there, I am touring the country in June and July, I know this might a bit last minute? But I believe there's…
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Re: Smoky Mountains National park
by BubbaK 05 May 2012
From the park's Web site: "There is no public transportation to the national park from major cities in the area. However commercial busin…
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RE: North America trip for a solo female!
by CoraBrooke 25 April 2012
Definitely check out Portland, Oregon as it is amazing and I live here! Also places to check out: Austin, TX Chicago, IL Asheville, NC…
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RE: Canadian on road trip in USA - South east - what to experience
by OurStateMag 25 April 2012
Sounds like you will be covering a lot of ground. While you are in North Carolina, you may want to check out the free travel North Carolina…
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