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?
Georgia
Visiting the Atlanta History Center
Founded in 1926, the Atlanta History Center is a complex of multiple buildings over 33 acres that represent the history of Atlanta, the state of Georgia, and the southern United States. Along with the museum is acres of gardens, an event facility, a research library, and two historic homes. Located in the Buckhead neighborhood north of downtown, it's an essential stop for … [Read more...] about Visiting the Atlanta History Center
Classic Eats: Carter’s Grill and Restaurant
Classic Eats is a series about old-school and beloved Southern dining establishments. Do you have suggestions? Leave them in the comments. Carter's Grill and Restaurant is Albany, Georgia's most beloved soul food establishment. Located near the Albany Civil Rights Institute, this is a popular lunch spot for its massive portions and reasonable prices. The dishes are made … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Carter’s Grill and Restaurant
Small Town Saturday: Watkinsville, GA
Watkinsville is a charming Georgia town located just below Athens. Deemed the “Artland of Georgia,” Watkinsville is home to many art galleries, shops, and museums including the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF). The foundation hosts an annual pottery show, Perspectives, from August to September that brings in visitors from across the southeast. The show has been … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Watkinsville, GA
Visiting Chehaw Park in Albany, Georgia
If you're driving south through Albany, Georgia, stop by Chehaw Park, a wildlife park and AZA-accredited zoo. It boasts over 700 acres and includes, in addition to the animal habitats, an 8-mile bike trail, a frisbee golf course, playground, campgrounds for tents and RVs, fishing and kayaking. It's the same size as Zoo Atlanta to the north but is more spread out. Paved … [Read more...] about Visiting Chehaw Park in Albany, Georgia
