If you're traveling through the state of Tennessee, you'll likely pass through Chattanooga, on the border with Georgia to the south, on I-24 bound for Nashville. This road isn't exactly known for its travel destinations, but avid road trippers will enjoy getting off the beaten path for some offbeat attractions. This stretch of road crosses some of the state's bodies of … [Read more...] about Road Tripping from Chattanooga to Nashville
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Southern Stays: The Dwell Hotel
Chattanooga, Tennessee may seem like an odd location for The Dwell Hotel, a stylish boutique hotel, but it's become a part of the community for discerning travelers and locals looking for a good meal. Set between the Southside and Warehouse Row, the hotel is designed like an inn, with each room taking on a different look. The area was originally home to a Civil War fort … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Dwell Hotel
Visiting Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights
Located atop the scenic Lookout Mountain, Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights is a 23-year tradition not to be missed for families or grown ups alike. The tour route, which differs slightly from the daytime route, begins at the original 1932 Gatehouse. What to See at Rock City's Enchanted Garden of Lights Visitors then travel through four distinct sections. You can … [Read more...] about Visiting Rock City’s Enchanted Garden of Lights
A Grown Up Guide to Chattanooga
The tourist destinations of Chattanooga are much more than meets the eye. Although common sites for a school field trip or family outing, many have activities aimed at adults! We're diving into a few of our favorites in the city with adult-focused programming. Rock City Cafe 7 (as in “See Seven States”) offers visitors craft beer and wine alongside stunning … [Read more...] about A Grown Up Guide to Chattanooga
Film Friday: Water for Elephants
Based on the book of the same name, a young veterinarian in the 1930s works with a circus. He soon falls in love with the wife of the ringmaster. Robert Pattinson, Christoph Waltz, and Reese Witherspoon star in the film. The Tennessee Valley Railroad was used in the filming. Filmed In: Chickamauga, Georgia; Chattanooga, Tennessee; additional scenes filmed in … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Water for Elephants
