Alabama is often overlooked by travelers visiting the South, but there's plenty worth exploring. Whether you're looking for the great outdoors or swanky restaurants, important history, or quirky experiences, you'll find it here. These six destinations are our picks for the places you can't miss when visiting Alabama. Birmingham While not the capital city, many … [Read more...] about 6 Must-See Destinations in Alabama
Ray Charles Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Ray Charles Robinson was born in 1930 in Greenville, Florida, to a laborer and a laundress. His mother, Aretha, was only fifteen when she became pregnant by Ray's father, Bailey, who was married and had taken her in as a child. To flee the scandal, she moved to Albany, Georgia, before returning to Florida after Ray was born. Bailey's wife helped with Ray's upbringing after … [Read more...] about Ray Charles Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
16 Lighthouses to Visit in Florida
Lighthouses were created to safely signal to incoming boats and once were found throughout the Southeast. Few remain today because of erosion and hurricanes, but Florida is blessed with over sixteen that travelers can visit. We've left out the ones that are in open water and not easily accessible. Some are also temporarily closed. You'll find the majority clustered … [Read more...] about 16 Lighthouses to Visit in Florida
6 Must-See Places for Literary Fans
The South has been home to some of America's greatest writers, penning books that are widely considered to be "classics." They take their surroundings and incorporate them into the tales. These places also might influence visitors to write their own stories. Eatonton, Georgia The town in Georgia's Lake Country was the birthplace of not just one, but two notable … [Read more...] about 6 Must-See Places for Literary Fans
8 Places to Learn About the Black History of Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia, is one of the most important places regarding the Civil Rights Movement. But it's also home to Black cultural leaders like filmmaker Tyler Perry, Bronner Bros. beauty brand, and record labels like So So Def. A Grammy museum is in the works for Atlanta, and the Trap Music Museum has exhibits on the genre made famous by the city's musicians. Learn about the … [Read more...] about 8 Places to Learn About the Black History of Atlanta