The United States has a number of wine regions, but few are within the Southern United States. North Carolina is one of the handful with a designated American Viticultural Area, earning its title in 2003. The Yadkin Valley is made up of eight counties in the northwestern area of the state. It's a short drive from Winston-Salem and includes towns like Yadkinville, Mt. Airy, … [Read more...] about A Guide to the Yadkin Valley: North Carolina’s Wine Country
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Where to Drink at Universal Orlando Resort
One of the things that sets Universal Orlando Resort apart from other theme parks is how friendly it is for adults as well as children. Grown-ups can imbibe while exploring the park while the little ones wait in line for rides. Between the three parks, dozens of hotels, and CityWalk, there's plenty of places to imbibe and many different types of drinks. Here are a … [Read more...] about Where to Drink at Universal Orlando Resort
Visiting Virginia’s Breweries
Many travelers know about the wine regions of Virginia and the labels they produce. But the state has also become a hub for craft breweries. Richmond's Scott's Addition neighborhood, in particular, is thriving in the industry, but Charlottesville and the Blue Ridge region also are holding their own. There are also excellent cideries for the gluten-intolerant. This isn't an … [Read more...] about Visiting Virginia’s Breweries
Visiting Louisiana’s Best Craft Breweries
Apart from companies like Abita, not many people can name a beer from Louisiana. But the state is actually full of them and in places you might not expect. Over 30 currently operate and we've been to three. Before you point out how many breweries we haven't mentioned, this is an evolving guide based on places we have visited. Come back to see where else in Louisiana … [Read more...] about Visiting Louisiana’s Best Craft Breweries
Visiting Tennessee’s Breweries
The state of Tennessee is known more for whiskey, namely Jack Daniels, but it might surprise visitors to know that it's become a hub for craft beer as well. From Nashville to Memphis and Chattanooga to the Smokies, you're sure to find a good pint at independent breweries in every corner of the state. Chattanooga Breweries Oddstory Brewing Company A surprising … [Read more...] about Visiting Tennessee’s Breweries