Hank Williams was born in rural Butler County, Alabama in 1923. He moved to Montgomery and won a talent contest that launched his career. From there he got a gig performing on a radio show with the Drifting Cowboys. Like contemporaries like Elvis Presley, he gained notoriety by performing on the Louisiana Hayride and Grand […]
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Southern Stays: Reunion Resort and Golf Club
Visitors to the Orlando area are overwhelmed with options in terms of where to stay for their vacation. There are all sorts of options, from big-name hotel brands to onsite resorts to independent rentals. For those looking for resort-style amenities with the comforts of home, there’s nowhere better than Reunion Resort and Golf Club, a […]
Atlanta Movie Tours Upside Down Tour
Following the success of their The Walking Dead and Marvel-themed tours, Atlanta Movie Tours launched the Upside Down Tour, which visits the locations from the hit Netflix series Stranger Things. The show is set in fictional Hawkins, Indiana but was filmed throughout the greater Atlanta, Georgia area. In addition to visiting locations and showing clips […]
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This Is My South: The Book
After a year of work, my first book, This Is My South: The Essential Travel Guide to the Southern States, is now available! Based on the success of this website, the guidebook, published by Globe Pequot Press, has over 300 full color glossy pages covering ten states and their offbeat attractions, unique accommodations, and old […]
Visiting Vicksburg National Military Park
Set on the Mississippi River, the town of Vicksburg was the site of one of the Civil War’s most important battles. The Confederates had previously held control over the important body of water all the way into the Gulf of Mexico. It brought in soldiers, weapons, and much-needed resources. Even President Abraham Lincoln saw the […]
Visiting the Spiritualist Colony of Cassadaga
“Cassadaga, oh yeah. That’s where you’re going to find the center of energy.” -Clairaudients (Kill or Be Killed), Bright Eyes The only indicator directing travelers to Cassadaga is a small sign near the exit on the highway. Those heading to the theme parks of Orlando could easily miss it, never knowing about the historic community […]
A Night at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville
For music fans, the Grand Ole Opry is an unmatched experience to see the stage that launched countless careers. The humble radio show that started as a form of entertainment long before the days of television. It continues its legacy for the next generation. Other radio shows like it have existed over the years, like the […]
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Southern Stays: Reunion Resort and Golf Club
Visitors to the Orlando area are overwhelmed with options in terms of where to stay for their vacation. There are all sorts of options, from big-name hotel brands to onsite resorts to independent rentals. For those looking for resort-style amenities with the comforts of home, there’s nowhere better than Reunion Resort and Golf Club, a […]
Southern Stays: Pursell Farms
Pursell Farms is a resort on 3,200 acres located outside of Montgomery, Alabama. Founded in 1904 as Sylacauga Fertilizer Company, the family-run company went on to become Pursell Technologies, which worked with the agriculture business. The family farm opened the golf course in 2002 and later welcomed corporate retreats. The Inn opened in 2018 near […]
Southern Stays: ARRIVE Wilmington
ARRIVE Wilmington opened in spring 2019 on the former site of The Wilmingtonian, a downtown hotel that hosted actors and crews from the city’s days as a film hub for shows like Dawson’s Creek and One Tree Hill. It’s only the brand’s second location, after Palm Springs, and they have plans to expand into Memphis, […]
Southern Stays: Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Tucked between the Intracoastal Waterway and the beach, the Blockade Runner Beach Resort is a Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina staple dating back to 1964. Hurricane Florence wreaked havoc on the building resulting in around $10 million in damage. The newly renovated space marries the charm of the past with a trendy coastal look. Rooms face […]
