Plains, Georgia is home to less than 800 residents but is known for being home to former President Jimmy Carter. Once inhabited by the Muscogee tribe, the town was settled in the 1800s. Over the last 200 years, it's been mostly a farming community with peanuts as the major crop. Today, most of what you'll find relates to Carter, including the Carter Boyhood Farm, the Jimmy … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Plains, GA
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Visiting the Delta Flight Museum
Atlanta, Georgia is known as the region's transportation hub, home to the world's busiest airport. Delta Airlines is the main reason, as the company has called the city their headquarters since 1941. Since 1995, the Delta Flight Museum has served as a way to track the company's history, partnerships, and general aviation history. Set in historic Hangar 1, the building … [Read more...] about Visiting the Delta Flight Museum
Where to Go (in the South) in 2016
It's the time of year when we start planning upcoming adventures. There are so many places I recommend visiting in the South, but 2016 will be an important year for many reasons. Each of these destinations has been thoughtfully selected for what is new and exciting in the state. So start searching for transportation deals and prepare to pack your bags! Orlando, … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2016
Film Friday: Forces of Nature
A man flies to Savannah for his wedding, but along the way meets a beautiful stranger when his plane is grounded due to a pending hurricane. He catches a ride with her and is forced to reevaluate his plans. Sandra Bullock and Ben Affleck star along with Blythe Danner and Steve Zahn. Filmed In: Savannah, Georgia; Richmond, Virginia; Dillon, Beaufort, South Carolina; … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Forces of Nature
Classic Eats: Mary Mac’s Tea Room
Known as "Atlanta's Dining Room," Mary Mac's Tea Room is perhaps the most well-known restaurant in the city. Beloved by tourists and celebrities, the downtown eatery is known for its soul food. The space sprawls between multiple rooms and lives up to its "tea room" name, even though the only tea you'll be drinking is cold and sugary. Little has changed on Mary Mac's menu … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: Mary Mac’s Tea Room
