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
Athens
Where to See Live Music in Athens, Georgia
Athens, Georgia is one of the South's best music cities, helping countless artists to make their names and launching the careers of rock bands like R.E.M., Widespread Panic, and The B-52's. In later years, Of Montreal, Danger Mouse, Drive-By Truckers, and Corey Smith called the city home. The "Classic City" hosts annual music festivals like AthFest and Wildwood Revival. But … [Read more...] about Where to See Live Music in Athens, Georgia
Road Tripping from Atlanta to Charlotte
Atlanta and Charlotte are considered to be similar big cities in the South with suburban sprawl and funky neighborhoods. But you can experience their differences and similarities by seeing both. The drive from Atlanta to Charlotte takes around four hours and is fairly straightforward. It's easily accessible by taking I-85 north to I-77. Get off the main roads to see funky … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Atlanta to Charlotte
6 Easy Day Trips from Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia has so much to see that it's easy to spend your trip within the city limits. But drive less than an hour outside of town and you'll have a completely different experience. There are so many places to see in less than two hours, but we've included a few of our favorites. It's easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Day Trips from Atlanta
Southern Stays: The Graduate Athens
The Graduate Athens is another one of the South's outposts of this stylish boutique hotel chain set in college towns, along with Oxford, Richmond, and Charlottesville. Originally the Foundry Park Inn, this building formerly housed an iron foundry. The rooms themselves are arranged like an old-school motor lodge with exterior entry, a short walk from the University of … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Graduate Athens
