Conveniently located to major cities including Atlanta, Charlotte and Raleigh, Asheville is widely recognized as one of the country's most alluring cities in the country to visit. As proof, in 2007 Frommer's recognized Asheville as one of the country's top 5 "most unique and enticing destinations." Access to Asheville is easily available by car through both Interstates 26 and 40, and via Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), served daily by a wide number of major international air carriers.