Visiting Asheville's Biltmore Estate is one of North Carolina's top attractions, bringing in 1 million tourists annually. Featured in movies such as Richie Rich, Forrest Gump, and The Last of the Mohicans, the property is a truly stunning reminder of America's Gilded Age. Touring the Biltmore Estate The 250-room Gothic-inspired estate was built in 1889 by George … [Read more...] about Visiting Asheville’s Biltmore Estate
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Visiting Plantations in Charleston, South Carolina
Whether or not you agree with visiting a plantation, you can't ignore the fact that they are a part of history. These wealthy families had slaves and grew cotton, tobacco, and other agricultural products. Visiting a plantation while in Charleston is a way of understanding how the South functioned prior to the Civil War. I've developed this guide to Charleston plantations so … [Read more...] about Visiting Plantations in Charleston, South Carolina
Visiting Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World
If you're visiting New Orleans, Louisiana any time other than Mardi Gras season, it's hard to understand what the festival is all about. It's much more than beads and binge drinking. The Carnival celebrations date back hundreds of years. A visit to Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World allows visitors to see the work that goes into the stunning floats year after year. Kern's … [Read more...] about Visiting Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World
Visiting Elvis Presley’s Graceland
Any trip to Memphis, Tennessee would not be complete without a stop at Graceland, the lavish home of the King of Rock and Roll, Elvis Presley. Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi but moved to Memphis and made it his home when he rose to fame. His family and friends were welcomed here, often staying in his guest rooms and taking advantage of the horses and golf carts on … [Read more...] about Visiting Elvis Presley’s Graceland
The Most Important Civil Rights Landmarks in the South
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.– Martin Luther King Jr. The legacy of the Civil Rights Movement is found throughout the Southern states, now documented on the official US Civil Rights Trail. There are both museums and experiences where you can learn about the movement and landmarks where … [Read more...] about The Most Important Civil Rights Landmarks in the South
