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New Year, Old Traditions: Appalachian Wisdom to Carry Into 2026
As another year draws to a close in the Great Smoky Mountains, the people of Maggie Valley gear up not just for celebration but for a renewal of mountain traditions. The arrival of 2026 is [...]
Why the Mountains Make the Best Place to Reflect Before the New Year
For the last few days of December, I’ve made Maggie Valley my home away from home—a quiet mountaintop retreat to rest, reset, and reflect before 2026 arrives. I came here seeking a peaceful pause from [...]
Last-Minute Mountain Getaways: 3 Reasons to Book Before the Year Ends
As the year draws to a close, it’s not too late to squeeze in a spontaneous escape. In fact, North Carolina’s Smoky Mountains are an ideal destination for some last-minute travel fun. Picture a quick [...]
