TRIP 

NC: Hendersonville, Asheville, Saluda

 Charlotte Airport  Rental Cars  American Air  Flight Tracker
 BPR Classical and NR Radio online and 88.1 WNCW 88.7 PUBLIC SPRINGDALE KCQS 101.5 PUBLIC TROY WTMT 100.3 CLASSICAL ASHVILLE
 WCQS 103.1 PUBLIC HENDERSON      

Saluda

Saluda, North Carolina, weather forecast

 Pearson's Falls Glen Directions to Pearson Falls 15 minutes
Thompson Store  Saluda Gem Mine

The Blue Squirrel Cafe - Purple Onion - Green River Barbeque - Azalea Bistro

Wildflour Bakery & Cafe - Green River Eddy's Tap Room - Historic Thompson's Store

Newman's Restaurant - Wakey Monkey Saluda

Hendersonville (about halfway between Saluda and Asheville)

Hendersonville, North Carolina, weather forecast  

 Visting Hendersonville  Air Museum  Heritage Museum
 Railway museum  Mineral lapidary Museum  Aquarium
 Bullington gardens  Restaurants  

Binion's Roadhouse American, Steakhouse$$ - $$$ Postero American, Contemporary$$ - $$$ Brandy's On Main American, Steakhouse$$ - $$$Menu

West First Italian, American$$ - $$$ umi Japanese, Sushi$$ - $$$ Fireside Restaurant & Pancake Inn American$

Never Blue American, International$$ - $$$ Mikes On Main St American, Diner$ Renzo's

Shine American, Bar$$ - $$$ Bay Breeze Seafood Restaurant American, Seafood$$ - $$$

Asheville

Asheville, North Carolina, weather forecast  

 Explore Asheville  Attractions Music  Chocolate & Liqour
 North Carolina Arboretum 14 minutes Arboretum directions  Arboretum to Saluda 36 min   Downtown restaurants

 Link to AZ bot garden recipical

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 Link to AZ Bot North Carolina page

https://ahsgardening.org/gardening-programs/rap/?state=NC

   

BILTMORE VILLAGE INN HOTEL

Dinner at Biltmore
 *CEDRIC'S TAVERN Global Pub Fare 11-9pm
Satisfying pub fare alongside robustly-flavored American and global cuisine, craft beers, spirits, and Biltmore wines.
   *THE DINING ROOM Four-Star Dining 11-3 5-9pm
Expertly prepared cuisine served amid white linen tablecloths, fine china, crystal, and sweeping views of the estate.
 *BISTRO Estate-raised and Regionally Sourced 4:30-9pm
Menus crafted by our chefs in a vibrant, casual setting that embodies the charm of Europe.
   *VILLAGE SOCIAL Sustainable Seafood & Regional Favorites 12 - 9pm
A versatile menu of inspired takes on sustainable seafood and regional ingredients prepared in traditional southern style.

Lunch at Biltmore
 LIBRARY LOUNGE Relaxed Elegance 3-10pm
Small plates and snacks in a casual yet elegant setting that offers breathtaking views of the estate.
   The Kitchen Café 7-5pm Featuring espresso, coffee, or tea and seasonal baked goods or sandwiches.
 
STABLE CAFE Appalachian Comfort Food 11-4pm
House-smoked meats, Carolina barbeque, grilled burgers, and more in a historic setting, originally the estate’s horse table.
   The Smokehouse Food Truck 12-6pm Carolina Barbeque & Southern Favorites
Order tasty grab-and-go options from a converted vintage truck! Features estate-raised pulled pork and ice cold drinks.
 THE COURTYARD MARKER 11-4 pm Gourmet Quick Bites
Gourmet hot dogs and sausages, fresh salads, snacks, draft beer, wine, and other cold beverages served on...
   

Other at Biltmore
 The Bake Shop Enjoy fresh–baked pastries and baked goods, as well as excellent espresso, gourmet coffees, and herbal teas. Located...    The Biltmore Dairy Bar 9:30-5:30 pm Hand-scooped ice cream Savor hand-scooped ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes, and drinks.
 The Creamery 11-8pm Delight in ice cream and Winky Bar sundaes—inspired by the original Biltmore Dairy Bar—or a luscious pastry,...    The Conservatory Café 11-4 pm To treat yourself to open-air refreshments, including Biltmore wines, light snacks, and small plates, on the Conservatory's back...
 Wine Bar at the Winery 11-7pm Treat yourself to our finest reserve and sparkling wines while relaxing at the Winery after touring the...    DEERPARK Restaurant is temporarily closed.
Mouth-watering southern cuisine served buffet-style in a peaceful setting with plenty of rustic charm and lovely views.

Restaurants in Ashville
 Blackbird to view menu The Blackbird's menu features the seasonal best from local farmers, fresh catches from the coast of the Carolinas, incredible local micro-brews, specialty cocktails, and great wines from the Americas. The Blackbird's offerings change seasonally to reflect the bounty of the area and the chef’s creativity. Lunch and dinner are served Monday through Friday, with brunch and dinner offered on Saturdays and Sundays.   Lobster Trap to view menu Voted best seafood restaurant in WNC every year since opening in 2005, The Lobster Trap is Asheville’s premier seafood restaurant. The menu features fresh seafood caught by trusted domestic purveyors and prepared in ways that showcase the delicate flavors and textures of fish, lobster, crabs, shrimp, oysters and clams. Located in a beautifully renovated historic building in the heart of downtown Asheville, The Lobster Trap features live entertainment from local musicians every night and offers locally brewed Oyster House beers, craft cocktails, seafood-friendly wines and southern hospitality.

AZ Art Museum recipicap North Carolina
Asheville - Black Mountain College Museum + Arts Center * Chapel Hill - Ackland Art Museum * Charlotte - Bechtler Museum of Modern Art * +
Charlotte - Levine Museum of the New South Durham - Nasher Museum of Art at Duke University * Hickory - Hickory Museum of Art
Raleigh - Joel Lane Museum House * + ‡ [spring party, art and cocktails by the pool] Raleigh - North Carolina Museum of Art

AZ Botanical Garden recipical North Carolina

Airlie Gardens 300 Airlie Road Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 798-7700 Free Admission Free or Discounted Educational Programs
Cape Fear Botanical Garden 536 North Eastern Boulevard Fayetteville, NC 28301 Free Admission Free Parking
Highlands Botanical Garden at the Highlands Biological Station 930 Horse Cove Road Highlands, NC 287
JC Raulston Arboretum at NC State University 4415 Beryl Road Raleigh, NC 27606 Free or Discounted Educational Programs
New Hanover County Arboretum 6206 Oleander Drive Wilmington, NC 28403 (910) 798-7660 Free or Discounted Educational Programs Gift Shop Discounts
North Carolina Botanical Garden 100 Old Mason Farm Road Chapel Hill, NC 27517 Free or Discounted Entry to Select Special Events Gift Shop Discounts
Sarah P. Duke Gardens – Duke University 420 Anderson Street Durham, NC 2770 Free Admission Gift Shop Discounts
The North Carolina Arboretum 20 Frederick Law Olmsted Way Asheville, NC 2880 Free Parking
UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens 9201 University City Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28223 Free or Discounted Entry to Select Special Events
Wing Haven 248 Ridgewood Avenue Charlotte, NC 28209

Asheville to Saluda 35 miles 40 minutes Directions

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Charlotte Air to Asheville 135 miles 2 hours Directions

Charlotte Air to Asheville 138 miles 2:30 hours (through Saluda, Hendersonville) Directions