For many years, Charleston, South Carolina and Savannah, Georgia have been pitted against each other as rivals. Both have similar histories, founded in the early days of America, and architecture that has been preserved thanks to forward-thinking locals. Both cities are also known for their food scenes and nearby beaches. Both have charming tree-lined streets […]
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Road Tripping from Nashville to Memphis
Music fans will want to see as much of Tennessee as possible, starting in the Music City of Nashville before making their way to the home of soul, Memphis. The drive takes around three hours, so there’s plenty of time to explore. But along the way, driving along I-40, there are also some unique landmarks, […]
Southern Stays: Amelia Schoolhouse Inn
The Amelia Schoolhouse Inn is located in Fernandina Beach in Amelia Island, Florida and opened to guests in 2017 after years as an office building. As the name implies, this stylish inn is located in a historic schoolhouse dating back to 1886, designed by Robert Sands Schuyler. He was the architect behind many of Fernandina’s […]
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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 […]
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 […]
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Where to Stay in Savannah
After writing guides for countless publications about Savannah, 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: Universal’s Surfside Inn and Suites
Surfside Inn and Suites is one property within Universal’s Endless Summer Resort, a dual hotel complex with Dockside Inn and Suites. Set across the highway from the rest of Universal Orlando Resort, it will be alongside a new park that Universal is opening in the next few years. The entire hotel follows a surf-theme with […]
Southern Stays: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is one of the most recognizable properties within the resort for its sculptures of dolphins and swans visible from the highway. They were designed by modernist architect Michael Graves, who also designed Disney’s Burbank headquarters, in 1990. The dual hotels are located between Epcot and Hollywood Studios […]
Southern Stays: Cotton House Hotel
Opened in July 2019 on the site of a former general store, the Cotton House Hotel is named for Cotton Row, where farmers come to sell their crops in downtown Cleveland, Mississippi. The impeccably designed property is a part of Marriott’s Tribute Collection and one of only a handful in the region. It’s also the […]
