In Wanderlust, a couple of Manhattanites find themselves unemployed and drive to Atlanta in search for new jobs. Along the way they decide to try living on a commune where they don't fit in or understand the lifestyle. Paul Rudd, Jennifer Aniston, Malin Akerman, Alan Alda, and Justin Theroux star. Filmed In: Atlanta, Clarkesville, Lawrenceville, Monroe and Georgia; New York, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Wanderlust
Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in the South
It's that spooky time of year and each state has its own grand celebrations. The South has some of the oldest, and of course, haunted, cities in the country. Expect plenty of tours of haunted cemeteries and homes, as well as parades of the funky and freaky. There are events for both families and adults and whatever costume and persona you decide to take on for All Hallows … [Read more...] about Best Places to Celebrate Halloween in the South
A First Timer’s Guide to Keeneland
While I've been to the Aiken Steeplechase in the past, Kentucky is on another playing field when it comes to horse racing. And while the Kentucky Derby is certainly the most well-known, it's Keeneland that brings in true horse lovers from both Lexington and around the country. The track opened in 1936 by leaders in Thoroughbred breeding as a non-profit facility. The races, … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Keeneland
Small Town Saturday: Monroeville, AL
"The Literary Capital of Alabama" is a small town of 6,519 residents by the name of Monroeville. Founded in the early 1800's this town is located a couple of hours from Montgomery. Monroeville is the hometown of Harper Lee, author one of the great American novels: To Kill a Mockingbird (TKAM). The Monroe County Courthouse and Museum is a site that cannot be missed. After … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Monroeville, AL
Southern Stays: Westin Buckhead Atlanta
This post contains affiliate links. It's rare that I get to stay at hotels in Atlanta since I live here, so when I had the chance to stay at The Westin Buckhead Atlanta's refurbished rooms, I knew I couldn't turn it down. The Westin is one of a dozen luxury properties in the city's Buckhead neighborhood, within walking distance from Lenox Square Mall and Phipps Plaza, … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Westin Buckhead Atlanta