Jimmy Buffett was a singer, songwriter, author, and businessman best known for creating a laid-back, island-inspired lifestyle brand centered around his music and persona. He was born in 1946 in Pascagoula, Mississippi, but spent much of his life in Fairhope and Mobile, Alabama. After a brief stint at Auburn University, he graduated from the University of Southern … [Read more...] about Jimmy Buffett Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Florida Keys
Family-Friendly Guide to the Florida Keys
The Florida Keys are the perfect family road trip, with an abundance of laid-back towns and natural landmarks where you might spot rare animals or learn about the history of presidents and pirates. You can drive from Miami or fly into Key West if you're short on time. There are so many hotels and resorts that it's hard to pick just a few, but Hawk’s Cay Resort has … [Read more...] about Family-Friendly Guide to the Florida Keys
Where to Stay in the Florida Keys: The Best Campgrounds, Resorts, and Funky Rentals
After countless trips to the Florida Keys, not to mention more than a few road trips from Miami to Key West, I've had my fair share of experiences in the island chain's hotels. I've stayed at basic roadside motels and luxury resorts. The Florida Keys have a wide range of options, whether you're looking for waterfront campsites or luxury resorts where you won't have to lift … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in the Florida Keys: The Best Campgrounds, Resorts, and Funky Rentals
16 Lighthouses to Visit in Florida
Lighthouses were created to safely signal to incoming boats and once were found throughout the Southeast. Few remain today because of erosion and hurricanes, but Florida is blessed with over sixteen that travelers can visit. We've left out the ones that are in open water and not easily accessible. Some are also temporarily closed. You'll find the majority clustered … [Read more...] about 16 Lighthouses to Visit in Florida
Literary South: Tennessee Williams
Tennessee Williams was born Thomas Lanier Williams on March 26, 1911, in Columbus, Mississippi. His family was connected to Sidney Lanier, the poet from Macon, Georgia, and John Sevier, the first governor of Tennessee. His grandfather was the local Episcopal reverend, and the family lived at the rectory. In 1918, the family moved to St. Louis, Missouri, where his father … [Read more...] about Literary South: Tennessee Williams
