For travelers visiting cities where you want to see many tourist attractions in a short amount of time, it's easy to use combination tickets. One such is CityPass, which offers passes in Atlanta and Tampa, that gets you into the attractions at one price and often allows you to skip the line. It can seem like a high price to pay, especially if you're buying multiple passes … [Read more...] about Is the CityPass Worth It?
Florida
Tips for Driving Florida’s Alligator Alley
If you've ever driven through Florida en route to Miami from the state's western coast, you might have been on the stretch of I-75 known as "Alligator Alley." The 80-mile road cuts through the Everglades between Naples and Fort Lauderdale and opened in 1968 after many years of construction. It gets its name from the nearby swamps that alligators call home. Because of … [Read more...] about Tips for Driving Florida’s Alligator Alley
Visiting Florida’s Breweries
A decade ago, all you would find to drink in Florida were the big name beers. But today, nearly every corner has craft beer, whether that be a small brewpub or a large scale distribution operation. And unlike in other states, you can legally purchase beer to go directly from the brewery. While we haven't yet been to all of Florida's breweries, they're on our list! Here are … [Read more...] about Visiting Florida’s Breweries
12 National Parks to Visit in the South
The Southern United States has some of the best and undiscovered national parks and sites in the country. While there are hundreds worth a visit that span all of our states in the region, here are just a few that we recommend planning a trip to. This includes not only the traditional national parks but also national heritage areas, preserve areas, historical sites, … [Read more...] about 12 National Parks to Visit in the South
What to See at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World
Visiting Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida is a major undertaking, so we'll be breaking up the parks into their own posts. These tips are recommended for first-timers who have never visited the parks before but are starting their visit with the Magic Kingdom, the most popular of the four. This park is where you'll find the majority of the well-known characters, … [Read more...] about What to See at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World