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Whether you’re a visitor or you live in the Asheville area, here’s a suggestion for how to inexpensively spend some time.  I attended a continuing education class for appraising today that was held at the Doubletree Biltmore Hotel.  I was very entertained while strolling through the main floor halls and lobbies at breaks due to the displays.  There were various displays depicting the history of the Biltmore Estate and the Vanderbilt family, as well as items of local historical significance, such as an old Biltmore Dairy delivery truck.  They have a wonderful outdoor courtyard as well.  So if you’re short on cash (and who isn’t these days), but are interested in the Biltmore Estate, go wander the halls and lobbies of the Doubletree Biltmore Hotel for a bit and soak up some local history.  And if you’re hungry afterwards, T. G. I. Friday’s is right next door.

The Grove Park Inn is fun to explore as well.  The fireplace in the lobby is HUGE.  It’s been a few years since I’ve been in the Grove Park Inn, but as I recall they typically have some interesting displays too.  And each winter they have a ginger bread house contest that’s a lot of fun to see. 

So, the next time it’s a rainy afternoon and you’re looking for something to do, go hotel hall and lobby strolling.  It could become a new pastime!