Wild Dunes Resort is located 18 miles outside downtown Charleston along the South Carolina coast on Isle of Palms. Like Kiawah Island Golf Resort, it’s accessible via Charleston International Airport and is an easy drive. Set on 1,600 acres, the resort was first developed in 1972 and has gone on to become a popular getaway for families year after year. The gated area sets … [Read more...] about Staying at Wild Dunes Resort
Where to Stay in the Florida Keys: The Best Campgrounds, Resorts, and Funky Rentals
After countless trips to the Florida Keys, not to mention more than a few road trips from Miami to Key West, I've had my fair share of experiences in the island chain's hotels. I've stayed at basic roadside motels and luxury resorts. The Florida Keys have a wide range of options, whether you're looking for waterfront campsites or luxury resorts where you won't have to lift … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in the Florida Keys: The Best Campgrounds, Resorts, and Funky Rentals
Where to Go (in the South) in 2023
When I sat down to make this list two years ago, I had no idea what would happen to the travel industry. But I'm so happy to see the interest in domestic exploration, especially in the small towns of the Southeast. This year, I've selected places that may be on your radar but have new things coming as well as some real under-the-radar spots. Auburn-Opelika, … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2023
What to See and Do at Chateau Elan in Georgia
Spread across 3,500 acres between Atlanta and the North Georgia Mountains, Chateau Elan is a Braselton, Georgia winery and attraction in its own right that deserves a detour off I-85. Opened in 1981, it was created by the founders of Elan Pharmaceuticals and takes its inspiration from France. The first vines were the native muscadine grapes, but there are now many varietals. … [Read more...] about What to See and Do at Chateau Elan in Georgia
Weekend Guide to Roanoke, Virginia
Originally called Big Lick, the city of Roanoke, Virginia was established in 1852 along the namesake river. In the 1850s, it came to prominence for its strategic location on the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad. It remains an important stop to this day, still on the Amtrak route. Cotton mills also were a big part of the economy. Today, Roanoke attracts students to nearby … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Roanoke, Virginia
