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Preserving the grandeur of yesteryear, Biltmore House, a 250-room French Renaissance chateau located in Asheville, North Carolina, is the largest house in America. Biltmore Estate, elegantly nestled on 8,000 picturesque acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains, is one of the most visited places in the United States. During the Biltmore Winter Value Season through March 31, 2012, adult admission is $35 for tickets purchased online or by telephone at least seven days in advance. This reduced admission price includes including a complimentary audio guide of Biltmore House.

Also, during the Winter Value Season, children ages 16 and younger may visit free with a paying adult. For overnight getaways, the Inn on Biltmore Estate is offering special winter rates of 50 % or more off peak season pricing.

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In no short supply of world renowned regional specialties and international cuisine, alluring settings and charming service, the Southeast U.S. is a wonderful destination for a memorable evening of romantic dining. Whether planning a special Valentine's Day celebration, an anniversary dinner, a proposal or simply to enjoy an ultra romantic evening with the one you love, here are ten of the top rated restaurants for romance in the Southeast U.S.

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As many restaurant week events begin to wind down across the Southeast U.S. for the 2012 winter season, five new restaurant week celebrations take place during these final days of January, including:

• Charlotte, North Carolina Queen's Feast Winter 2012 started Friday, January 20 continues through January 29, 2012.
  
• Hilton Head Island - Bluffton, South Carolina Chamber Restaurant Week started yesterday, January 21 and continues through January 28, 2012.
  
• Downtown Norfolk, Virginia Restaurant Week started today, January 22 and continues through January 29, 2012.
  
• Charlottesville, Virginia Restaurant Week starts tomorrow, January 23 continues through January 29, 2012.
  
• Raleigh, North Carolina Area Triangle Restaurant Week starts tomorrow, January 23 and continues through January 29, 2012.

Also, mark your calendar and plan ahead for the Atlanta area Buckhead Restaurant Week which kicks off in late February.

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