Frommer's Top Travel Destination for 2007
Asheville named one of the world's 12 must-see destinations
Asheville has joined the likes of Tokyo and Zurich as a must-see destination for world travelers, according to Frommer's Top Travel Destinations of 2007. Asheville is the only destination in the Southeast on the list compiled by one of the most respected names in travel writing.
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| Buy a handmade broom, as Frommer's editors suggest, like this one by Carlson Tuttle at the Allanstand Craft Shop at Folk Art Center. |
"This year, editors at Frommer's Travel Guides and Frommers.com scoured the globe and polled our stable of authors and experts to identify a mix of surprising, thriving, or emerging travel destinations," said Kelly Regan, editorial director of Frommer's.
In its praise of Asheville, the Frommer's list states:
"Located in the Smoky Mountains, Asheville is a small college town with a thriving arts, culture, and gay & lesbian scene. It is home to the Biltmore Estate, the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, and Carl Sandburg's birthplace in nearby Flat Rock. Recently, Asheville has been drawing literati and celebrities who had gravitated to New Orleans as a hub of culture. With the Blue Ridge Parkway nearby, the area is also great for driving tours and shopping trips to numerous crafts and pottery shops (we suggest picking up a hand-made broom)."
Asheville has also received numerous other accolades and top pick lists in recent years.
Start planning your trip to Asheville in 2007 now:
- Request the new and free 2007 Asheville Visitor Guide
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- See what's happening in Asheville with the events calendar
- Check out hot deals and vacation packages
Why do you love Asheville? Submit your own picture and story about your experience in Asheville, and why you think Asheville is one of Frommer's top travel destinations in 2007.
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