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
Gameday Guide to Hattiesburg, Mississippi
It’s fall in the South, which means a few things. The humidity has started to lessen and the temperatures started to lower. The students are back in school. And college football season is upon us. No matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond the campus. Hattiesburg, Mississippi is home to the University of Southern … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Arkansas’ Best Charming Towns (Beyond Eureka Springs)
You've probably heard of Eureka Springs, the picture-perfect Victorian resort town tucked into the mountains of Northwest Arkansas. But Arkansas is full of charming towns, full of history, and main streets where locals and visitors alike can browse the shops and dine out at restaurants. From the mountains to the cities, explore the roads of the state to see these lovely … [Read more...] about Arkansas’ Best Charming Towns (Beyond Eureka Springs)
