It's the time of year when we start planning upcoming adventures. There are so many places I recommend visiting in the South, but 2016 will be an important year for many reasons. Each of these destinations has been thoughtfully selected for what is new and exciting in the state. So start searching for transportation deals and prepare to pack your bags! Orlando, … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2016
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Film Friday: Forces of Nature
A man flies to Savannah for his wedding, but along the way meets a beautiful stranger when his plane is grounded due to a pending hurricane. He catches a ride with her and is forced to reevaluate his plans. Sandra Bullock and Ben Affleck star along with Blythe Danner and Steve Zahn. Filmed In: Savannah, Georgia; Richmond, Virginia; Dillon, Beaufort, South Carolina; … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Forces of Nature
Film Friday: Big Stone Gap
In the Appalachian town of Big Stone Gap, a spinster named Ave Maria Mulligan hides a family secret that comes out into the open. Small town life soon changes for her with more attention than she ever experienced. The film stars Whoopi Goldberg, Ashley Judd, Patrick Wilson, Jane Krakowski and Jenna Elfman. Filmed In: Big Stone Gap, Virginia If You Like: A Prarie Home … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Big Stone Gap
Film Friday: GI Jane
A senator pushes for females to be allowed as Navy SEALs when one recruit takes the opportunity. Everyone expects her to fail the rigorous training. The film stars Demi Moore and Viggo Mortensen. Specific scenes were filmed at Camp Blanding in Florida. Filmed In: Beaufort, South Carolina; Richmond, Virginia; Washington, DC; Jacksonville, Middleburg and Starke, Florida; … [Read more...] about Film Friday: GI Jane
Forrest Gump Filming Locations to Visit
One of the best films ever made was set and filmed all around the United States but put a heavy emphasis on the South. While many of the locations were changed or developed for the film or on private property, there is a handful of Forrest Gump filming locations you can visit on your own, especially in Savannah. But that's not all. Fripp Island was used for the Vietnam … [Read more...] about Forrest Gump Filming Locations to Visit
