Charleston, South Carolina is one of America’s most popular travel destinations for its historic buildings, its award-winning food, and overall charm. But most visitors never make it out of the historic district and experience what makes the Lowcountry so unique. It doesn’t take much more effort to cross out of the main tourist zone of […]
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A First Timer’s Guide to Oktoberfest in Helen
The small town of Helen, Georgia was little more than a sleepy mountain community before the 1960s. But today, it has one of the biggest and longest-running Oktoberfest celebrations in the United States complete with traditional music, dancing, and beer straight from the motherland. Held every September and October for over 40 years, the Helen […]
Patsy Cline Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Virginia Patterson Hensley was born on September 8, 1932, in Winchester, Virginia where she was nicknamed “Ginny.” Her family moved around frequently for her father to find work, including Elkton, Staunton, and Norfolk. At age 13, she was hospitalized with rheumatic fever, which affected her singing voice but inspired her to seek a career in […]
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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: Jekyll Island Club Resort
Originally established in 1888 as a private members club on the Georgia Coast, it was once a playground for people like the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts. It was here that the concept of the Federal Reserve was established and where the first transcontinental phone call was made. The Great Depression caused a downturn in membership and […]
Where to Stay in Asheville
After writing guides for countless publications about Asheville, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks and which ones come highly recommended on […]
Southern Stays: The Kimpton Cardinal Hotel
Built in 1928, the Art Deco R.J. Reynolds Building served as the tobacco company’s headquarters until 2009. It was once the tallest building south of Baltimore and served as the inspiration for the design of the Empire State Building in New York City. In 2016, the property was opened as the Kimpton Cardinal Hotel in […]
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 […]
