Planning a wild yet zen summer escape to Asheville, NC? This list packs a punch, covering everything from coffee so good you'll want to swim in it, adventuring spots that'll make you feel like Indiana Jones, to spas that'll have you relaxed like a sl...
Map
Alright, picture this: a double-decker bus serving up caffeinated magic and sweet treats. You got it? That’s Double D's for ya. This adorable, quirky spot has me feeling like I’m in a whimsical dream while sipping on their velvety lattes. Not to ment...
Double D's Coffee & Desserts
Ready to have a spiritual experience with a doughnut? Hole Doughnuts is the place. These aren’t just doughnuts; they’re doughy halos sent from heaven. The fresh-made, hot-off-the-press sweetness is just tear-inducing. And let’s not even start on the ...
Hole Doughnuts
1
Books and bubbly, a combo so perfect it feels like a fever dream. Strolling into Battery Park Book Exchange is like entering a cozy labyrinth of literature. Grab a plush seat, a good book, and a glass of sparkling champagne. That’s right, folks, fina...
Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar
1
Sweet tooth alert! French Broad Chocolate Lounge is where dreams dipped in chocolate come true. From truffles so fancy they should have a trust fund, to liquid sipping chocolates richer than your ex’s new partner. This place takes ‘chocoholic’ to a w...
French Broad Chocolate Lounge
Zen mode activate! Dobra Tea is your sanctuary away from the buzz of the modern world. With over a hundred tea options, it's like a spa day for your taste buds. The calming ambiance and comfy seating scream, 'Stay awhile, friend.' And trust me, once ...
Dobra Tea
Welcome to the jungle, folks! WNC Nature Center gives you a backstage pass to your favorite furry (and scaly) celebs. From wolves to cougars to otters who are practically tiny stand-up comedians, this place is a wild playground. It's educational enou...
Western North Carolina Nature Center
Time to channel your inner Tarzan at Navitat Canopy Adventures. Ziplining through the treetops at breakneck speeds? Yes, please. The guides are funnier than a late-night host and super knowledgeable, making the thrill ride both safe and entertaining....
Navitat Canopy Adventures
Ever wanted to feel like royalty without all that awkward bowing? Shoji Spa & Lodge has got you. Japanese-style soaking tubs, views that would make a postcard blush, and massages that’ll turn you into a puddle of serenity — it’s pure luxury. Just...
Shoji Spa & Retreat
Ah, Wake Foot Sanctuary, where your feet are treated like A-list celebs. Think foot soaks that smell like heaven, and massages that'll have you convinced you’ve found nirvana. The only downside? Realizing that outside this sanctuary, your feet are ju...
Wake Foot Sanctuary
Feeling fancy? Summon your inner Gatsby at the Biltmore Estate. With sprawling gardens and a mansion that makes Downton Abbey look like a starter home, this place is a feast for the eyes. And oh, don’t forget the winery. Nothing screams luxury like s...