The Truth Comes Out!

Ok, here it is.  I hate snow, I do, I know that now after our 20 year record accumulation last weekend.  Those of you who know me personally or from my posts--please don't be too disappointed in me.  But it's the truth.  I don't want to play in it, I don't want to ski, and goodness knows I don't want to go where there's a lot of it. 

Now before my friends in the western part of North Carolina start with the hate mail, I love the mountains!  Spring, summer, and fall.  Maggie Valley is a picture postcard, Lake Lure is surely heaven on earth, and Asheville is one of those places that should be on everyone's must see list.  Quaint quilt shops, fresh fruit stands playing mandalin music stand toe to toe with some of the most eclectic and hip spas and restaurants anywhere.  The Blue Ridge Parkway delivers on some of the most beautiful scenery on the planet. And of course, it's impossible to mention Asheville and western North Carolina without the Biltmore Estate.  Beyond the mansion itself  there are the gardens, vineyard, dairy, equestrian center, River Bend Farm, estate shopping,  and more.  I have been there in spring, summer, and fall and every season it's a new world to discover.

My next land trip will be to visit the Biltmore Estate and gardens during the Spring tulip and dogwood season--sometime between Apri 1-May 15th. Biltmore gardens We are making plans for a group of ladies (hubbies welcome) to enjoy the experience together.  I don't have everything firmed up yet, your input and questions are welcome.  More details will follow, be sure to follow my blog for more.

So, in summary, yes, I do hate snow; but it's not too bad--I still like hot chocolate!

Happy travels and stay warm!

Sandy

Sandy, the diva cruiser, is in reality Sandy Wheeler, an independent representative of Connie George Travel Associates.  Follow her adventures on Twitter:  ladiestravel or email for more informaton about this or any other of her blogs.