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11 Southern Makers to Buy From This Holiday Season

December 6, 2019 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

The South is full of creatives and makers, creating artwork, jewelry, gifts, and products that showcase the beauty of the region. You can purchase them at local shops and markets but many are also on Etsy. We've highlighted some of our favorite Southern makers to shop from this holiday season. All images property of the shop owners unless otherwise noted. Kerry … [Read more...] about 11 Southern Makers to Buy From This Holiday Season

The Best Books About Virginia

September 30, 2019 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

When planning your trip to the South, it’s important to research where you’re going. So we’ve compiled a list of the best books about Virginia and by Virginia authors to help you prepare. No matter whether you’re a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a first-timer curious about history, these books are sure to help you enjoy it more.  Books … [Read more...] about The Best Books About Virginia

15 Southern Podcasts to Listen To

July 31, 2019 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Podcasts are the new wave of storytelling, bringing to life the tales from around the region. You can find them on nearly every topic including the Southern Gothic-style tales from the South. Do you have a favorite podcast we left out? Let us know below! True Crime The Color Line Murders This incredible podcast by Shannon Ballard tells the stories of the lynchings of … [Read more...] about 15 Southern Podcasts to Listen To

The Ultimate Southern Playlist

July 5, 2019 By Caroline Eubanks 2 Comments

When I started writing my book, This Is My South: The Essential Travel Guide to the Southern States, I knew music would be an important part of it. Because what's more important than good music when traveling? It was certainly a big part of my life growing up in this region. I put together a list of what I considered to be essential tunes from around the region and across … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Southern Playlist

The Best Books About Florida

May 31, 2019 By Caroline Eubanks 6 Comments

When planning your trip to the South, it’s important to research where you’re going. So we’ve compiled a list of the best books about Florida and by Florida authors to help you prepare. No matter whether you’re a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a first-timer curious about history, these books are sure to help you enjoy it more.  Books by … [Read more...] about The Best Books About Florida

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