Did you know that some of the biggest names in soft drinks come from the South? You've surely heard of Coca-Cola but there are many more. Read on to find out how they came to be and where you can learn more about them. Atlanta, Georgia What we know now as Coca-Cola was invented as a headache remedy by John Pemberton at Jacob's Pharmacy in downtown Atlanta in 1886. A … [Read more...] about 10 Destinations for Soda Lovers in the South
Staying at Sea Island Resort in Georgia
Sea Island Resort is a luxurious coastal resort located along the Atlantic Ocean, near St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island in coastal Georgia. It's on a gated island but the resort extends into St. Simon's Island as well and is a popular escape for generations of travelers, including past presidents and celebrities. It was founded by Howard Coffin, a automobile magnate from … [Read more...] about Staying at Sea Island Resort in Georgia
Weekend Guide to Louisville, Kentucky
Louisville, Kentucky was originally home to several Indigenous tribes, including the Cherokee, Iroquois, and Shawnee. The city was founded in 1778 by William Clark and Colonel John Campbell, named in honor of King Louis XVI of France. It quickly grew due to its location on the Ohio River and became a hub for trading, including the burgeoning whiskey trade. The first Kentucky … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Louisville, Kentucky
How to Plan a Boat Pub Crawl at Walt Disney World Resort
Similar to the Monorail Pub Crawl that you can take part in between the Magic Kingdom area resorts, it's also possible to do another version between the resorts near Disney Springs, where you can park for free. It's slightly more difficult because there's no track like the Monorail, but it allows you to see other Walt Disney World resorts. Port Orleans Resort French Quarter … [Read more...] about How to Plan a Boat Pub Crawl at Walt Disney World Resort
What is a Natchitoches Meat Pie and Where Can I Eat It?
Like boudin and slug burgers, the Natchitoches meat pie might be unfamiliar to those who haven't been to the place known for them. The pie comes from the namesake city in North Louisiana, which hosts an annual meat pie festival in its honor. The empanada-style treat is so significant that a 2003 bill made the Natchitoches meat pie the official meat pie of Louisiana. But … [Read more...] about What is a Natchitoches Meat Pie and Where Can I Eat It?