Atlanta, Georgia is a music lover's paradise, with ties to rap, R&B, country, pop, and electronic. There are countless venues around town to see live music and annual festivals like Shaky Knees and Music Midtown. The city has launched the careers of artists like The Indigo Girls, TLC, OutKast, Childish Gambino, Travis Tritt, Mastodon, and Gladys Knight. This post … [Read more...] about Where to See Live Music in Atlanta
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Girlfriend Getaway Guide to St. Simon’s Island, Georgia
St. Simon's Island, Georgia has long been a favorite retreat for families but it's also ideal for spending a weekend with friends who don't need traditional tourist attractions. Less than five hours from Atlanta and two from Savannah, visitors can stay near the beach and within walking distance of shops and restaurants. Where to Eat on St. Simon's Island Despite the … [Read more...] about Girlfriend Getaway Guide to St. Simon’s Island, Georgia
Southern Stays: Hotel Simone
Hotel Simone is the newest hotel to open on St. Simon's Island, Georgia, and the first purpose-built property in decades. I stayed at the King and Prince Resort many years ago but was excited to see this stylish (and adults-only) boutique hotel. Rooms at Hotel Simone The 24 all-suite rooms are decorated in colorful artwork, wallpaper, and furnishings that give the … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Hotel Simone
Weekend Guide to the North Georgia Mountains
The North Georgia Mountains are among the oldest in the nation, nestled between the Blue Ridge and Appalachian mountains. There are dozens of towns tucked among them that make for incredible retreats. This guide includes some of the most popular towns. There are additional guides to Helen, Blue Ridge, and Blairsville as well as the places in Dawsonville and near Amicalola … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to the North Georgia Mountains
Where to Go in the South in 2021
When I sat down to write this post last year, I had no idea that the world would essentially stop a few months later. I took my final flight of the year on March 13 home from Memphis. But in the coming months, people started to travel again, mostly close to home and by car. Our guides became a helpful source of information. Thinking about what travel should look like in … [Read more...] about Where to Go in the South in 2021