For travelers heading south through Georgia, Albany is a detour option for somewhere to spend the night or a few hours. The city and its surrounding small towns are home to significant landmarks in Georgia history and charming locales. Albany Albany is one of the largest towns in Southwest Georgia. Settled by Creek Indians, the Flint River runs through the area. … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Albany, Georgia and Surrounds
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Ray Charles Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Ray Charles Robinson was born in 1930 in Greenville, Florida, to a laborer and a laundress. His mother, Aretha, was only fifteen when she became pregnant by Ray's father, Bailey, who was married and had taken her in as a child. To flee the scandal, she moved to Albany, Georgia, before returning to Florida after Ray was born. Bailey's wife helped with Ray's upbringing after … [Read more...] about Ray Charles Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Road Tripping From Atlanta to Gainesville
Many travelers heading south to Florida pass through Atlanta and South Georgia on their way to Gainesville and beyond. It's one of two routes on major highways, but you can also detour to the small towns that run alongside the highway for an enjoyable road trip. While I-75 is the fastest route, following the first half of the road trip between Atlanta and Savannah, you can … [Read more...] about Road Tripping From Atlanta to Gainesville
Weekend Guide to LaGrange, Pine Mountain, and Columbus, Georgia
Southwest Georgia is made up of dozens of communities from the outskirts of metro Atlanta to the state line with Florida. For the purposes of this guide, we'll be including mostly the towns included in the state of Georgia's "Presidential Pathways" region. There are, however, some that have been left out but we included the most notable with the most to offer visitors. … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to LaGrange, Pine Mountain, and Columbus, Georgia
Southern Stays: Merry Acres Inn
If there's a hub of social activity in Albany, Georgia, it's Merry Acres Inn. Not only is it one of the few, independent accommodation options in the area, but it's also a local hangout. Built in 1952, this motel-style inn features rooms with exterior entrances surrounding the Manor House Pub, pool, and other amenities. Staying at Merry Acres Inn It's located two … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Merry Acres Inn
