A Weekend in Charming Abingdon VA: Exploring the Virginia Highlands Festival and more

Tucked away in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Southwestern Virginia, Abingdon is one of my favorite places to explore. Right off I-81 and less than twenty minutes east of Bristol, TN/VA, Abingdon is a crossroads of culture, embodying the perfect blend of mountain serenity, small-town charm, delicious food, arts and culture, and outdoor activities—including […]

Blue Ridge Rising: Beautiful Burnsville

Today, our American Nomad adventure meanders the scenic backroads of Yancey County, a detour well worth taking. Just forty minutes north of Asheville, this beautiful region invites you into the heart of North Carolina’s Blue Ridge Mountains, where stories of hope, resilience, and community echo through these old mountains. Yancey County is home to Mount […]