Charleston, South Carolina, is one of America's most popular travel destinations for its historic buildings, its award-winning food, and overall charm. But most visitors never make it out of the historic district and experience what makes the Lowcountry so unique. It doesn't take much more effort to cross out of the main tourist zone of the city and learn about the original … [Read more...] about 9 Things to Do in Charleston SC According to Locals
A First Timer’s Guide to Oktoberfest in Helen
The small town of Helen, Georgia, was little more than a sleepy mountain community before the 1960s. But today, it has one of the biggest and longest-running Oktoberfest celebrations in the United States, complete with traditional music, dancing, and beer straight from the motherland. Held every September and October for over 40 years, the Helen Oktoberfest celebration takes … [Read more...] about A First Timer’s Guide to Oktoberfest in Helen
Patsy Cline Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Virginia Patterson Hensley was born on September 8, 1932, in Winchester, Virginia where she was nicknamed "Ginny." Her family moved around frequently for her father to find work, including Elkton, Staunton, and Norfolk. At age 13, she was hospitalized with rheumatic fever, which affected her singing voice but inspired her to seek a career in music. Her first performances … [Read more...] about Patsy Cline Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Southern Stays: Jekyll Island Club Resort
Originally established in 1888 as a private members club on the Georgia Coast, it was once a playground for people like the Rockefellers and Vanderbilts. It was here that the concept of the Federal Reserve was established and where the first transcontinental phone call was made. The History of the Jekyll Island Club The Great Depression caused a downturn in … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Jekyll Island Club Resort
A Guide to the Yadkin Valley: North Carolina’s Wine Country
The United States has a number of wine regions, but few are within the Southern United States. North Carolina is one of the handful of states with a designated American Viticultural Area, earning its title in 2003. The Yadkin Valley is made up of eight counties in the northwestern area of the state. It's a short drive from Winston-Salem and includes towns like Yadkinville, … [Read more...] about A Guide to the Yadkin Valley: North Carolina’s Wine Country