Surfside Inn and Suites is one property within Universal's Endless Summer Resort, a dual hotel complex with Dockside Inn and Suites. Set across the highway from the rest of Universal Orlando Resort, it is convenient to the new Epic Universe park. The entire hotel follows a surf-theme with nods to places like Hawaii, California, and Australia. Rooms at Surfside Inn & … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Universal’s Surfside Inn and Suites
Visiting Natchez Historic Homes and Plantations
Like so many towns along the Mississippi River, Natchez, Mississippi, was home to lavish plantations and farms where cotton and other products could be shipped up or downstream to market. Cotton planters became millionaires, but at the cost of enslaved labor. Some of these historic homes in the 300-year-old town are still standing and are open to tours. They're a popular day … [Read more...] about Visiting Natchez Historic Homes and Plantations
Zombieland Filming Locations to Visit
Cult-favorite Zombieland was released in 2009, starring Woody Harrelson, Emma Stone, Abigail Breslin, and Jesse Eisenberg. The group lives in a post-apocalyptic world where people are named after the place they're headed. There is a set of rules to survive against the zombies, including the all-important double-tap. Zombieland 2 was released in 2019, ten years after the … [Read more...] about Zombieland Filming Locations to Visit
Southern Stays: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
The Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort is one of the most recognizable properties within the resort for its sculptures of dolphins and swans visible from the highway. They were designed by modernist architect Michael Graves, who also designed Disney's Burbank headquarters, in 1990. The dual hotels are located between Epcot and Hollywood Studios in Orlando and … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort
11 Southern Makers to Buy From This Holiday Season
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