Baseball fans know that the season is upon us when spring training starts. Major League Baseball teams spend the spring months in warmer climates, either in Florida or Arizona. The tradition dates back to 1886 in Hot Springs, Arkansas of all places. The Florida teams, or what's referred to as the Grapefruit League, have been playing in the state for generations. In fact, St. … [Read more...] about Where to Watch Baseball Spring Training in Florida
Where to Drink at Walt Disney World
Unlike at Universal Orlando Resort, alcohol wasn't originally part of the plan at Walt Disney World. Epcot has become a place to imbibe, especially for those looking to "drink around the world," but the Magic Kingdom only recently started serving booze. But they're far from the only places to drink! Don't forget about the many places in Disney Springs and the Disney … [Read more...] about Where to Drink at Walt Disney World
7 Must-Do Experiences in the North Georgia Mountains
The North Georgia Mountains are made up of incredible towns that are the perfect weekend getaway. Only two or so hours from Atlanta, the region is the ideal balance of a leisurely pace and easy connectivity. Whether it's your first time or you're a seasoned visitor, there's always something new to find. Here are some of our favorite experiences that you can only have in the … [Read more...] about 7 Must-Do Experiences in the North Georgia Mountains
28 Unique Places to Stay in the Mississippi Delta
After writing guides for countless publications about the Mississippi Delta, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. While the region doesn't have an abundance of big-name hotels, there are unique rentals, independent hotels, and inns that put you in the heart of the music scene. The majority are located in Clarksdale. We occasionally accept … [Read more...] about 28 Unique Places to Stay in the Mississippi Delta
Literary South: Pat Conroy
Few writers have captured the Lowcountry quite like Pat Conroy. He was born on October 26, 1945, in Atlanta, Georgia, to his father, a Marine, and his mother, a homemaker. The Conroys, including Pat and six other children, moved around based on military postings. After high school, Pat attended The Military College of South Carolina, also known as The Citadel, in Charleston. … [Read more...] about Literary South: Pat Conroy