Located in the heart of Norfolk, Virginia, the Glass Light Hotel is set inside a 1912 building. It has retained some of its original features like the mail chute that runs alongside the elevator bank. The lobby also serves as an art gallery with a pink glass bunny from a nearby studio. Rooms at the Glass Light Hotel The AAA Four-Diamond hotel has 113 rooms and suites … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Glass Light Hotel
Tips for Visiting the Hattiesburg Zoo
Open since 1950, the Hattiesburg Zoo is a beloved landmark on 12 acres in Kemper Park. Set amongst the pine trees, the zoo supports conservation projects for animal welfare through the facility as well as abroad. Areas of the Hattiesburg Zoo The zoo is broken up into multiple geographical areas, including Asia, Australia, and Africa. The African pavilion has the new … [Read more...] about Tips for Visiting the Hattiesburg Zoo
Weekend Guide to Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, North Carolina, is the capital city of the state, located at the crossroads of major intersections with an international airport. The name comes from Sir Walter Raleigh, an English statesman known for his association with the "Lost Colony" of Roanoke. The city was established in 1792, and was settled near where a boarding house was located. Two railroad lines … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Raleigh, North Carolina
Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
St. Augustine, Florida, is home to a number of Gilded Age landmarks, which started when railroad tycoon Henry Flagler created the tourist infrastructure for his passengers. Among them was the Alcazar Hotel, first built in 1888. The History of the Lightner Museum It was the second of his grand hotels, following the Ponce de Leon Hotel (now Flagler College), located … [Read more...] about Visiting the Lightner Museum in St. Augustine
The Ultimate Vampire Diaries Fan Guide to Georgia
Starting in 2009 and running for eight seasons, not to mention spawning multiple spinoffs, The Vampire Diaries is one of the most popular series to be filmed in Georgia. Its impact is still seen today as the show gains popularity on streaming platforms. It tells of a young girl who meets a pair of vampire brothers and finds herself falling deeper into their world. The show … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Vampire Diaries Fan Guide to Georgia