Colonial Williamsburg is a longtime American attraction, welcoming thousands of visitors around the world. The living history village is known for its colonial-era interpreters but also contains multiple restaurants and hotels. Williamsburg Lodge is one of them, set in red brick buildings a few blocks away from the park and downtown Williamsburg. The rooms and […]
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What to Pack for a Day at the Theme Parks
When visiting any of the South’s incredible theme parks, it pays to be prepared. No matter whether it’s Walt Disney World in Orlando or Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, a few items will help make your day go smoothly. This post contains affiliate links. Clothing and Accessories Comfort is key if you’ll be spending the day […]
Where to Stay in Chattanooga
After writing guides for countless publications about Chattanooga, 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 […]
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Southern Stays: Williamsburg Lodge
Colonial Williamsburg is a longtime American attraction, welcoming thousands of visitors around the world. The living history village is known for its colonial-era interpreters but also contains multiple restaurants and hotels. Williamsburg Lodge is one of them, set in red brick buildings a few blocks away from the park and downtown Williamsburg. The rooms and […]
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After writing guides for countless publications about Chattanooga, 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 Martha Washington Inn & Spa
The buildings that are now the Martha Washington Inn & Spa were built in 1832 as a retirement home for General Robert Preston, a figure from the War of 1812. But it was General Francis Preston and his family that spent many years there. But in 1858, the house was purchased to become Martha Washington […]
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