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6 North Georgia Coffee Shops Worth the Detour

July 16, 2025 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

You can't start any road trip without a good cup of coffee. And while at first glance, North Georgia may be the land of chains, if you look beyond the highway, you'll find gems. We're talking former banks and train stations turned cozy shops, operations roasting their own beans, and more. Looking for more suggestions? Atlanta Coffee Shops has an excellent map of stores. … [Read more...] about 6 North Georgia Coffee Shops Worth the Detour

7 Must-Do Experiences in the North Georgia Mountains

March 19, 2021 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

The North Georgia Mountains are made up of incredible towns that are the perfect weekend getaway. Only two or so hours from Atlanta, the region is the ideal balance of a leisurely pace and easy connectivity. Whether it's your first time or you're a seasoned visitor, there's always something new to find. Here are some of our favorite experiences that you can only have in the … [Read more...] about 7 Must-Do Experiences in the North Georgia Mountains

10 Things to Do Near Amicalola Falls in Georgia

May 3, 2018 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Amicalola Falls is the tallest waterfall in the state of Georgia and is one of its biggest tourist attractions. But there's more to see in the area than just the falls. The starting or ending point for the Appalachian Trail is within the park, so visitors can see a few places along the way before hitting the trails. Take detours to the North Georgia towns of Ball … [Read more...] about 10 Things to Do Near Amicalola Falls in Georgia

Girlfriend Getaway Guide to Georgia Wine Country

September 14, 2016 By Caroline Eubanks 1 Comment

Georgia's mountains are the ideal getaway from the chaos of the city, located a short drive away. The towns like Dahlonega, Helen, Young Harris, Cleveland, and Blue Ridge are ripe with activities for you and your gal pals, but it's the wineries that are the biggest draw. Enjoy dozens of vineyards dotted around the area, each specializing in a type of wine. In addition to … [Read more...] about Girlfriend Getaway Guide to Georgia Wine Country

Apple Picking in Ellijay, Georgia

September 16, 2013 By Caroline Eubanks 2 Comments

As soon as the fall leaves start to hit the ground, the apples are ready to be picked. There are few places better for apple picking than Ellijay, Georgia, a small town in the North Georgia Mountains. Plenty of orchards dot the landscape of the area and each is known for something different. Ellijay is known as the Apple Capital of Georgia and you can understand why, … [Read more...] about Apple Picking in Ellijay, Georgia

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