The South is a diverse region and while the cities like Nashville, Charleston, and New Orleans get all the glory, it's the great outdoors that really sets it apart from the rest of the country. It's home to one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world as well as one of only two Everglades in the world. So whether you're an avid outdoorsman (or woman!) or just looking to … [Read more...] about Best Southern Destinations for Outdoors Lovers
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Girlfriend Getaway Guide to Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand, South Carolina
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina may conjure images of Spring Break or, these days, family fun. But there's plenty to keep you and your friends entertained. A short drive from most major Southern cities, the Grand Strand stays warm for much of the year. And in addition to its stunning beaches, there are cultural offerings as well. You're sure to dine well during your trip, … [Read more...] about Girlfriend Getaway Guide to Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand, South Carolina
Southern Stays: Rosemary Inn Bed and Breakfast
When visiting North Augusta, South Carolina, your choices are limited in terms of non-chain accommodation. But thankfully the historic town has plenty of historic inns and bed and breakfasts. Rosemary Inn Bed and Breakfast is one such, located inside an antebellum-style home. It's actually one of two in the area, located right across the street from one another, and … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Rosemary Inn Bed and Breakfast
Visiting the Living History Park in North Augusta
Created in 1991, the Living History Park in North Augusta, near Aiken, is a unique attraction that focuses on the area's colonial history. Here you'll find different structures created to give visitors an idea of what everyday life was like back then, similar to Colonial Williamsburg or Old Salem. What to See at the Living History Park There's a tavern, barn, … [Read more...] about Visiting the Living History Park in North Augusta
Southern Stays: The Willcox Hotel
Aiken, South Carolina became a vacation spot for Europeans and Americans in the late 1800s. The Willcox Hotel was established in 1900 by Englishman Frederick Willcox and quickly became a "winter colony" for the wealthy. A few years prior, the Highland Park, a luxury hotel nearby, burned down and their patrons were looking for a new place to stay. The hotel fell on hard … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Willcox Hotel
