The Florida Keys are an island chain in the southernmost part of the United States. Each island has its own distinct personality, but the most popular for visitors are Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, and Key West. It takes around 2.5 hours to drive from the top of the islands to the bottom, via Henry Flagler's bridges. Visit during the area's festivals, like the … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to the Florida Keys
The South’s Best Music Venues
The South is rich in musical culture and history, bringing us some of the most influential artists of the past hundred years. Elvis Presley, Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, R.E.M., and more all shaped the way our music is today. So if you're visiting the region for the first or hundredth time, stop by one of the south's best music venues for the chance to see who's going to be the … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Music Venues
Weekend Guide to Asheville, North Carolina
Asheville is much more than your typical mountain town. Sure, it may look like those out west, tucked into the Blue Ridge Mountains, and may also have some of the hippie tendencies, but also has the unique Southern hospitality. In recent years it has become known as "Beer City USA" for the booming craft beer industry. New breweries are popping up regularly. The city is … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Asheville, North Carolina
Visiting the Truman Little White House
Many American presidents have selected a place that becomes important to them outside of Washington DC, where they can relax and feel like an everyday citizen. For Franklin Delano Roosevelt, it was Warm Springs, Georgia, but for Harry Truman, it was Key West, Florida. Credit: Roger Wallstadt It was built in 1890 as housing for naval officers. Thomas Edison stayed … [Read more...] about Visiting the Truman Little White House
Film Friday: Ender’s Game
Based on the book by the same name, Ender's Game tells of a futuristic society where children are recruited and trained to fight aliens in simulated games, or so they think. Ender shows great promise, despite his young age, and becomes one of the top-ranked commanders at his school. Newcomer Asa Butterfield stars as Ender, alongside Harrison Ford, Hailee Steinfeld, Abigail … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Ender’s Game