These 5 Western N.C. locations have received a lot of attention for their beauty, charm and options for vacationing.

And on a separate list of best small-town beer scenes, two other North Carolina destinations made their mark. The mountain town of Boone ranked No. 3 and Bryson City earned the No. 10 spot ...

If you're still looking for a destination, there are plenty right here in Western North Carolina. The Citizen ... and countless beautiful outdoor areas, Boone was recently honored on a list ...