Around five million passengers travel through Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in New Orleans, Louisiana annually and 18 airlines have routes at the airport. Fun fact: the airport code is MSY, which stands for Moisant Stock Yards because NEW was already taken by the previous airport. Originally named for disgraced politician Abe Shushan, Lakefront […]
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Southern Stays: Highlander Mountain House
Highlands, North Carolina is one of the most charming places in the High Country, with its nearby hikes, waterfalls, and fly fishing. Settled by the Scots-Irish on ancestral Cherokee land, it’s also a great place for a weekend getaway with friends and a nice alternative to the crowds in the Smokies and Asheville. Highlander Mountain […]
Tips for Going to Concerts at The Caverns
Tennessee has a number of significant spaces related to music. Nashville is home to the Ryman Auditorium and the Grand Ole Opry, tied to country music. Memphis was the home of Elvis Presley and countless other artists thanks to Stax Records. The Smokies have Dolly Parton. For the southern side of the state, that sacred […]
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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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Southern Stays: Highlander Mountain House
Highlands, North Carolina is one of the most charming places in the High Country, with its nearby hikes, waterfalls, and fly fishing. Settled by the Scots-Irish on ancestral Cherokee land, it’s also a great place for a weekend getaway with friends and a nice alternative to the crowds in the Smokies and Asheville. Highlander Mountain […]
Southern Stays: The Chancellor’s House Hotel
When The Chancellor’s House Hotel opened in Oxford, Mississippi in 2017, it completely changed the visitor’s experience, giving parents and tourists an upscale experience in the college town well beyond football season. Located a short walk from the Oxford Square and with easy access to the University of Mississippi, the hotel is a convenient place […]
Southern Stays: Disney’s Contemporary Resort
The Contemporary Resort opened in 1971 as one of the original Disney hotels, alongside the Polynesian Resort and Fort Wilderness. It’s set on the lagoon next to the Magic Kingdom. The AAA Four-Diamond Award hotel was designed by midcentury modern architect Donald Wexler, whose work is found in Palm Springs. It was even the site […]
28 Unique Places to Stay in the Mississippi Delta
After writing guides for countless publications about the Mississippi Delta, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. While the region doesn’t have an abundance of big-name hotels, there are unique rentals, independent hotels, and inns that put you in the heart of the music scene. The majority are located in Clarksdale. We occasionally accept […]
