Nashville, Tennessee, is known for its music history, but the city has played a much larger role in American history than you might think. The US Colored Troops fought heroically at the Battle of Nashville. The African American residents fought for equality with sit-ins and bus boycotts during the Civil Rights Movement. They contributed influences to American music and … [Read more...] about 7 Places to Learn About the Black History of Nashville
Where to Go (in the South) in 2022
It's nice to think we've gotten to a point where everything is "back to normal," but that just isn't the case. Variants are on the rise but travel hasn't slowed by any means. The last two years have been challenging for the travel industry (and website owners like me!) but I feel hopeful that things are turning around. Now is a great time to support the small towns and … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2022
Literary South: O. Henry
O. Henry, also known as William Sydney Porter, was born on September 11, 1862, in Greensboro, North Carolina, during the Civil War. His mother died when he was young, and he moved with his father into his grandparents' house. He loved reading from a young age and, as a teenager, started working at his uncle's pharmacy, where he was later licensed. At age 20, Porter moved … [Read more...] about Literary South: O. Henry
A Grown Up Guide to Orlando, Florida
Like destinations that are often targeted to families of young children (like Chattanooga, Williamsburg, and Myrtle Beach, to name a few), there's more to Orlando, Florida, than meets the eye. There are plenty of spaces for grown-ups to enjoy, from downtown museums to the famous theme parks. Orlando Theme Parks for Adults Orlando isn't just for kids. Most of the major … [Read more...] about A Grown Up Guide to Orlando, Florida
20 TV Shows and Movies Filmed in New Orleans
For decades, New Orleans, Louisiana, has been used for its stunning scenery in television shows and movies, like in other film cities of Atlanta, Charleston, and Wilmington. Some are classics, while others you may have forgotten about. This is by no means an exhaustive list, as there are hundreds, thanks to state tax incentives. For more television shows and movies filmed in … [Read more...] about 20 TV Shows and Movies Filmed in New Orleans
