While there are plenty of places known to celebrate Christmas in the South, we can't forget about one of the other major holidays during the season: Hanukkah. The celebration in December honors the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Atlanta, Georgia The city of Atlanta has a large Jewish population dating back to the 1800s. The Hebrew Benevolent … [Read more...] about The Best Places to Celebrate Hanukkah in the South
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Where to Go Apple Picking in Virginia
As soon as the fall leaves start to hit the ground, the apples are ready to be picked. The crisp temperatures of Virginia make it a great place to find the fruit in different varieties, including Granny Smith, Fuji, Golden Delicious, and others. Like in Ellijay, Georgia, the area outside of Richmond, including near Charlottesville, is the perfect place to visit for fall … [Read more...] about Where to Go Apple Picking in Virginia
A Guide to Virginia’s Wine Country
The United States has a number of wine regions, but few are within the Southern United States. The wine tradition in Virginia dates back to the founding of America. One of the earliest vineyards was planted at Monticello, home of Thomas Jefferson. Today the majority of the wineries are located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, in the towns around Charlottesville, Afton, and … [Read more...] about A Guide to Virginia’s Wine Country
Gameday Guide to Charlottesville, Virginia
College football season is upon us and no matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond the campus. This guide comes from Charlottesville, Virginia, one of the nation's oldest college towns, dating back to its establishment by Thomas Jefferson in 1819. Inspired by the universities of England, the University of Virginia … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Charlottesville, Virginia
Virginia’s Presidential Landmarks
The state of Virginia has deep ties with American history, especially as the place where the founding fathers created our nation. Most colonists to the "New World" arrived in coastal Virginia. History buffs can find countless presidential landmarks across the great state. We've left out the monuments and landmarks in Washington DC, but there is plenty of history there as … [Read more...] about Virginia’s Presidential Landmarks
