Asheville's River Arts District (RAD) is a thriving creative community that welcomes visitors year-round. Set along the French Broad River in a stretch of converted historic warehouses and mills, the district is home to hundreds of working artists showing their work in studios, galleries, and collectives. Visit working studios, browse galleries, meet the makers, and support Asheville's resilient art community. You'll find friendly, world-class artists who love walking visitors through the process behind their work.

A short drive from Charleston, Asheville—what I affectionately call "hippy chic”— is at the top my list for a quick getaway. This walkable city brims with boutiques, museums, and coffee shops waiting to be discovered. The stunning scenery, rich artistic heritage, and exceptional culinary experiences converge to create a travel experience that only the North Carolina mountains can offer.