Megabus is known for $1 bus fares throughout Europe, but the company has expanded into the United States market and even here in the South. Comfortable buses have WiFi and big windows. We highly recommend using Megabus as an option for traveling around the South, especially as an alternative to driving or flying. Where Does Megabus Go? Megabus has done a great job … [Read more...] about Riding Megabus in the South
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Visiting the Charleston Museum
The Charleston Museum is known as "America's First Museum," having been founded in 1773. Charleston, South Carolina, was still a British colony, so the collection was mostly pieces from Europe. It was inspired by the famous British Museum, founded 20 years prior, which explains the replicas of sarcophagi and Egyptian artifacts. The museum was housed on the College of … [Read more...] about Visiting the Charleston Museum
Southern Stays: Sweet Peas Hostel Asheville
Asheville, North Carolina is known for its bohemian nature, but for those of us who find ourselves somewhere between camping and luxury must settle for budget accommodations. Luckily, Sweet Peas Hostel filled this void with their downtown location. Asheville's Best Hostel Sweet Peas Hostel is easily one of the cleanest hostels I've ever stayed in. Linens and towels are … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Sweet Peas Hostel Asheville
Visiting the Old New Orleans Rum Distillery
On a visit to New Orleans, my friend and I were looking for something to do before our late-night bus home. She did some research on her phone and found a distillery on Frenchman Street, where we were staying. Obviously, we had to check it out. The nice folks at Celebration Distilling, the company behind Old New Orleans Rum, picked us up from the French Quarter, driving us … [Read more...] about Visiting the Old New Orleans Rum Distillery
3 Best Beaches Near Charleston, South Carolina
Every summer, people from all over the country drive to South Carolina to spend the summer on the beaches surrounding Charleston. The best way to experience the summer in Charleston is to rent a beach house and spend your afternoons sipping sweet tea at one of the nearby restaurants in between tanning. Each beach has its own distinct personality and may better suit families … [Read more...] about 3 Best Beaches Near Charleston, South Carolina
