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Asheville Reboot – Episode 2: Asheville is Open for Business – Hotel Industry Leader Rick Bell on the Region’s Comeback

In this episode of Asheville Reboot, Brian Hamrick speaks with Rick Bell, Executive Director of the Asheville Hotel Association, about how the hotel and lodging industry in Asheville and Western North Carolina is bouncing back after Hurricane Helene.

Rick shares:

• The real impact the hurricane had on local hotels and B&Bs
• Why the media’s portrayal exaggerated the damage
• How businesses are recovering—and why now is actually the perfect time to visit Asheville
• What visitors can expect this summer and fall, including deals, fewer crowds, and restored trails, rivers, and attractions

If you're wondering whether Asheville is ready for your next vacation—the answer is yes. We’re open, welcoming, and better than ever.

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