A beloved family-friendly attraction in the capital city, Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is the state's leading animal facility. It has over 2,000 creatures and is AZA-accredited. The facility also includes sprawling botanical gardens, which opened in 1995. The zoo first opened in 1974 to teach locals about these species and conservation. Over one million visitors come to … [Read more...] about Visiting Riverbanks Zoo and Gardens
Film Friday: Baywatch
In the remake of the classic television show, two lifeguards fight for their jobs patrolling the beaches of California. Baywatch stars Dwayne Johnson, Zac Efron, and Priyanka Chopra. Most scenes were filmed at Tybee Island, outside of Savannah. Filmed In: Savannah and Tybee Island, Georgia; Miami, Florida If You Like: Neighbors, Bad Grandpa … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Baywatch
Weekend Guide to Huntsville, Alabama
Known as the Rocket City, Huntsville, Alabama has a long history with science and technology. Home to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center, the city rose to fame in the 1960s when engineers and scientists from around the world came here to be a part of the program. But the area actually dates back to over 100 years prior, when it served as a Civil War train depot. Some of the … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Huntsville, Alabama
Southern Stays: Cabana Bay Beach Resort
When looking for a place to stay onsite at Universal Orlando Resort, it's easy to get overwhelmed with options. There are half a dozen properties within the park and many more close by. Cabana Bay Beach Resort is one of the most budget-friendly of the Universal properties. It's also a favorite of families for its amenities, room styles, and funky mid-century modern designs. … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Cabana Bay Beach Resort
A Music Fan’s Guide to Muscle Shoals
It all connects to the river. The music, the history, the atmosphere. It's one of the most influential places in American music history. You might be thinking of Nashville or Memphis or even Los Angeles. But it's actually a small town in North Alabama, or rather a grouping of towns, all dotted along the Tennessee River: Muscle Shoals, Sheffield, Tuscumbia, and … [Read more...] about A Music Fan’s Guide to Muscle Shoals