Many of the places to stay in Memphis, Tennessee, are clustered around downtown and Beale Street. One recent exception is The Memphian, a stylish Marriott Tribute Portfolio property in the Overton Square area of Midtown, which opened in 2021. It's not far from the Levitt Shell, an amphitheater where a young Elvis Presley performed. Rooms at The Memphian Whereas the … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Memphian
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Southern Stays: Ponte Vedra Inn and Club
Located between St. Augustine and Jacksonville, Florida, the Ponte Vedra Inn and Club was established as a membership club in 1928 and became a popular annual getaway for travelers from throughout the East Coast. During World War II, three Nazi agents came ashore here before being captured. The history is detailed with exhibits in the inn, with vintage room keys and … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Ponte Vedra Inn and Club
Where to Stay in Richmond, Virginia
After writing guides about Richmond, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks and which ones come highly recommended on travel websites so that you can be sure that you’re … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Richmond, Virginia
Southern Stays: Proximity Hotel
For visitors to Greensboro, North Carolina, the Proximity Hotel is legendary. While not in the heart of downtown, the property is the first LEED platinum-certified hotel in America, which is much of the draw. The solar panels on the roof of the building are the first indicator that this is not your average hotel. It's located in an office park area next to an … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Proximity Hotel
Southern Stays: The Grand Hotel
The Grand Hotel first opened its doors in 1847 in Point Clear, Alabama, a short drive from the town of Fairhope. It was originally a two-story building with 40 rooms. Guests used to take steamboats across Mobile Bay to reach the hotel. The Army used the hotel as a training base during World War II. The hotel honors the military history with cannon firing, which takes place … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Grand Hotel
