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The Andon-Reid Blog

Category: General
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Why Booking Direct Gives You a Better Stay in Western North Carolina

We all know the names of the big online travel sites: Expedia, Booking.com , Tripadvisor, etc. (the “OTAs”). Whenever you search for travel information, they are front and center. Frankly, they are ubiquitous and, of course, a convenient source of tr… Read more
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Driving Vacations: Freedom from the Chaos of Flying

In today's world, air travel often feels more like a test of endurance than a luxury. There are so many hidden "costs" to air travel that it makes you think hard about the pros and cons of air travel vs. road trips. Your innkeepers experienced this f… Read more
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Looking Back at 2024 with Gratitude

It's the New Year at the Andon-Reid and we are undoubtedly looking forward to the future. January is our chance here at the Inn to take down holiday decorations, do some deep cleaning, revitalize the Inn with maintenance and painting, and give oursel… Read more
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The Asheville B&B Association - Amazing Inns in WNC

Earlier this year, we were lucky enough to be invited to join the Asheville Bed and Breakfast Association . When we heard that the Association would be expanding its footprint to include Inns and B&Bs in the areas surrounding Asheville, we jumped at … Read more
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An Innkeeper's Tour of the Town of Waynesville

For travelers considering a vacation or a getaway to a small town like Waynesville, it's often difficult to do the amount of research necessary to fully understand the area. Luckily, at a B&B like the Andon-Reid, your friendly neighborhood Innkeeper … Read more