Romantics swoon over the book-turned-film The Notebook, starring Ryan Gosling and Rachel McAdams. which was filmed around Charleston, South Carolina While many of the locations were changed or developed for the film or on private property, there are a handful of places used in the movie that you can visit on your own. The American Theater The American Theater is an iconic … [Read more...] about The Notebook Filming Locations to Visit
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A First Timer’s Guide to Euphoria Greenville
While there are food festivals all over the South, Euphoria has carved out a unique space as the place where both chefs and foodies can come together. Those in the industry are just as likely to geek out over their favorite chefs. The festivities take place all over downtown Greenville, South Carolina over the course of a weekend and was founded in 2006 by singer Edwin McCain … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Euphoria Greenville
Frank Lloyd Wright Guide to the South
Frank Lloyd Wright is an American legend, known for his unique style of architecture. Notable works include Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum. While most of his work is found in Pennsylvania and Illinois, there are also Frank Lloyd Wright structures around the South, in part because of the planned houses sold later in his career. Some even came with furniture. Sadly, some … [Read more...] about Frank Lloyd Wright Guide to the South
Southern Stays: The Westin Poinsett Greenville
Southern Stays is a series in which we will review a property, whether it be a hostel, hotel or other form of accommodation. To suggest a property please leave a comment or email us. Far more than your average Westin hotel, the Poinsett Greenville is a historic landmark building built in 1925. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1982. Named for … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Westin Poinsett Greenville
Where to Find Street Art in Charleston
While you may not consider Charleston, South Carolina to be home to any sort of arts scene, one of the twentieth century's most notable street artists, Shepherd Fairey, hails from the Holy City. You can see his work, along with many others, throughout the area. While originally the street art scene was limited to stencils and wheat paste, large-scale murals are becoming more … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Charleston