I've had the opportunity to stay in several Atlanta hotels, but perhaps none felt as deeply entrenched in the neighborhood as The Darwin. Set in the historic Old Fourth Ward, once home to the likes of Martin Luther King Jr. and the Sears regional headquarters, it's part of voco, under IHG Hotels. The brand takes pride in taking on the personality of its destinations, and … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: voco The Darwin Midtown Atlanta Hotel
3 Outdoor Dramas to Learn About North Carolina History
The outdoor drama is an art form rarely found anymore, but typically uses open-air amphitheaters purpose-built for seasonal performances. North Carolina is unique in that it has three long-running shows, including two in Western North Carolina and one on the coast, which came to prominence in the years following the Great Depression, covering different periods of history. … [Read more...] about 3 Outdoor Dramas to Learn About North Carolina History
Southern Stays: Southall Farm & Inn
Southall Farm & Inn is a luxury, eco-minded farm resort nestled across more than 325 acres of rolling countryside in Franklin, Tennessee, just south of Nashville. Opened in 2022 after many years in the works, the retreat seamlessly blends classic Southern hospitality with sustainable luxury, high-end wellness, and hyper-local gastronomy. Guest Rooms at … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Southall Farm & Inn
8 Converted and Retro Motels in North Carolina to Check Into
For generations of travelers, the motor court or motel was a welcome respite from time on the road. And like in Georgia, North Carolina had several of these byways, including the famed Blue Ridge Parkway. Many of these accommodations have been preserved and even restored for generations of new travelers to enjoy, part of a nationwide trend. Blue Ridge Tourist Court, … [Read more...] about 8 Converted and Retro Motels in North Carolina to Check Into
Southern Stays: Hotel Bardo
Hotel Bardo occupies one of Savannah, Georgia's most recognizable historic properties overlooking Forsyth Park. The centerpiece of the hotel is the 1888 Forsyth Mansion, a Victorian Romanesque residence that has served several purposes over the past century, including as a funeral home for decades before the property was redeveloped into the Mansion on Forsyth Park hotel in … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Hotel Bardo
