My time in Washington DC on my #Tweet2Toronto journey for my other site was entirely too short, but I did have a little less than 48 hours in our nation's capitol. I had heard through a hostelmate back in Miami about Lofty Hostel. When I contacted the owner, Roma, about staying there, she put me up for the night in her other location, Capital View Hostel, a short walk from the … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Capital View Hostel
Visiting Charlotte’s NASCAR Hall of Fame
The NASCAR Hall of Fame was an attraction that many different cities bid on but ultimately went to Charlotte, North Carolina, also known as the Queen City. The hall of fame honors the athletes within the sport as well as the fans. The History of Nascar NASCAR, which stands for the National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing, started in a time when moonshiners had … [Read more...] about Visiting Charlotte’s NASCAR Hall of Fame
Small Town Saturday: Young Harris, GA
This photo was snapped on a particularly rainy day at Crane Creek Vineyards in Young Harris, GA during my post-trip for the Georgia Travel Media Marketplace. The small town of less than 1,000 people is known for Young Harris College, a small school where my mom spent two years. It's also home to the stunning Brasstown Valley Resort. Interested in seeing your small town … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Young Harris, GA
The South’s 5 Most Stunning Mansions (That You Can Tour!)
There was a time when the robber barons and oil tycoons from the North would own a second home down South to spend half of the year. It was America's Gilded Age and the homes have the opulence to match the time period. The land was plenty and the weather was mild for these "snowbirds," who created lavish summer getaways in the region. Since that time, everyone from … [Read more...] about The South’s 5 Most Stunning Mansions (That You Can Tour!)
Southern Stays: Brasstown Valley Resort
Brasstown Valley Resort is a popular getaway for those visiting the North Georgia Mountains. It's also close to Young Harris College, making it a convenient stay for those in town to tour the campus. It is also only two hours from Atlanta and Chattanooga, so it's a popular spot for weekend getaways, near the North Carolina state line. Staying at Brasstown … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Brasstown Valley Resort