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North Carolina puts the scene in scenic drives. Here, three to get your engines running. The Blue Ridge Parkway, a gentle meander along the tippy-top ridge of the range, offers astonishing views. Combine it with a visit to Penland, an artsy enclave only 60 miles from Asheville. If you crave an adrenaline rush, register for Biltmore Estate's Land Rover Experience (800/624-1575) driving school. • Venture west on Route 63 for a peek into the emerald-green valleys of Appalachia. • A 20-minute drive east brings you to the fabled college town of Black Mountain. Stop in at Dripolator (221 W. State St.; 828/669-0999) for the best coffee this side of Seattle.

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