Originally called Big Lick, the city of Roanoke, Virginia was established in 1852 along the namesake river. In the 1850s, it came to prominence for its strategic location on the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad. It remains an important stop to this day, still on the Amtrak route. Cotton mills also were a big part of […]
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Gameday Guide to Hattiesburg, Mississippi
It’s fall in the South, which means a few things. The humidity has started to lessen and the temperatures started to lower. The students are back in school. And college football season is upon us. No matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond […]
Arkansas’ Best Charming Towns (Beyond Eureka Springs)
You’ve probably heard of Eureka Springs, the picture-perfect Victorian resort town tucked into the mountains of Northwest Arkansas. But Arkansas is full of charming towns, full of history, and main streets where locals and visitors alike can browse the shops and dine out at restaurants. From the mountains to the cities, explore the roads of […]
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A First Timer’s Guide to Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival
The Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival was founded in 2015 over two days in Franklin, Tennessee. The music festival is held at Harlinsdale Farm, a nearly 200-acre horse farm from the 1900s. Kevin Griffin, a Franklin resident and musician from Better Than Ezra, is one of the founders. Two-day admission is around $200 while VIP […]
34 Southern Products to Add to Your Home Bar
The holiday season is upon us and if you’re looking for something a bit different, it’s a great time to support Southern makers. We’ve featured artists and craftsmen but this guide highlights the people that make the famous spirits the region is so known for. The prices of these products vary so click the links […]
Following the Tennessee Whiskey Trail
Kentucky may be known for its bourbon trail, but there’s also the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. Visitors flock to the state to see the Jack Daniel’s Distillery but there are dozens more in just about every corner of the state. Tour the facilities enjoy samples, and purchase souvenirs to take home with you. Many places are […]
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 […]
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Where to Stay in The North Carolina Triangle
After writing guides about The Triangle, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations in the cities of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks […]
Southern Stays: Hotel Roanoke
The grand Hotel Roanoke was built in 1882 in Roanoke, Virginia for the Norfolk and Southern Railroad, located right next to the train tracks that service Amtrak and freight lines to this day. The Tudor Revival building originally had 34 rooms but now has over 300. In the 1990s, it was donated to Virginia Tech’s […]
Southern Stays: The Roost Boutique Hotel
Open since 2017, the Roost Boutique Hotel is an 19-room property in downtown Ocean Springs, Mississippi, not far from the casino city of Biloxi. Spread across multiple buildings, the hotel places a heavy emphasis on high design and Southern charm. The boutique hotel is a short walk from downtown and is covered in artwork inspired […]
Where to Stay in the North Carolina Triad
After writing guides about The Triad, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations in the cities of Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks […]
