Well known for its art deco style, lively music scene, award-winning cuisine, beloved breweries, outdoor recreation, and eclectic arts and craft, Asheville is also a hub for health and wellness, recognized by EatingWell in 2026 as the Best Wellness Town in America.
This designation is just one in a long list of accolades, including one of the 50 Best Places to Travel worldwide in 2026, one of the Best Small U.S. Cities to Move To, and one of 2025’s 15 Favorite Cities in the U.S. And it’s not just media outlets, visitors, and those who live here who love this thriving mountain city—four-legged friends love Asheville, too, for its pet-friendly vibe. Enjoy this fun look at one pup’s visit!
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*Assembled by MAHEC’s own Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship Assistant Program Director Brian Atkinson, MD, CAWSM, DipACLM (MAHEC Asheville Family Medicine Residency Program, Class of 2021).