Raleigh, North Carolina, is the capital city of the state, located at the crossroads of major intersections with an international airport. The name comes from Sir Walter Raleigh, an English statesman known for his association with the "Lost Colony" of Roanoke. The city was established in 1792, and was settled near where a boarding house was located. Two railroad lines … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Raleigh, North Carolina
Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
St. Augustine, Florida, is home to a number of Gilded Age landmarks, which started when railroad tycoon Henry Flagler created the tourist infrastructure for his passengers. Among them was the Alcazar Hotel, first built in 1888. The History of the Lightner Museum It was the second of his grand hotels, following the Ponce de Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), located … [Read more...] about Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
The Ultimate Vampire Diaries Fan Guide to Georgia
Starting in 2009 and running for eight seasons, not to mention spawning multiple spinoffs, The Vampire Diaries is one of the most popular series to be filmed in Georgia. Its impact is still seen today as the show gains popularity on streaming platforms. It tells of a young girl who meets a pair of vampire brothers and finds herself falling deeper into their world. The show … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Vampire Diaries Fan Guide to Georgia
Weekend Guide to Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia
The cities of Virginia Beach and Norfolk are the two main hubs of the Chesapeake Bay region. Home to early colonial settlements, both have become important for maritime industries, especially the military and shipping. Use this guide to plan your next coastal Virginia getaway. Norfolk Norfolk was settled in 1636, but was later destroyed during the Revolutionary War. … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Virginia Beach and Norfolk, Virginia
Southern Stays: Heights House Hotel
Voted one of the best hotels in the world by Travel + Leisure, the Heights House Hotel in Raleigh, North Carolina, was originally Montford Hall, a circa 1858 Italianate home in the Boylan Heights neighborhood. It was purchased by a local couple in 2018 and completely restored, bringing it back to its National Historic Landmark status. There are four parlors with seating … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Heights House Hotel
