If you're looking to visit only one place for its history tied to the Civil Rights Movement, it should be Montgomery, Alabama. The state capital was at the center of many important events like the bus boycott and is close to other places like Selma and Tuskegee. It's also where people like Rosa Parks and Martin Luther King Jr. made an important impact. Montgomery Civil … [Read more...] about A Civil Rights Guide to Montgomery
The Best Books About Virginia
When planning your trip to the South, it’s important to research where you’re going. So we’ve compiled a list of the best books about Virginia and by Virginia authors to help you prepare. No matter whether you’re a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a first-timer curious about history, these books are sure to help you enjoy it more. Books … [Read more...] about The Best Books About Virginia
Where to Stay in Asheville, North Carolina
After writing guides for countless publications about Asheville, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations. There is a large diversity in the types and prices of properties spanning every loyalty program. We’ve denoted which ones are our picks and which ones come highly recommended on travel websites so that … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in Asheville, North Carolina
Why Winter is the Best Time for a Trip to Pigeon Forge
The Great Smoky Mountains are a year-round destination for all ages. Each of the towns that make it up has its own attractions, restaurants, and experiences. But perhaps the most well-known is Pigeon Forge. Named for an iron forge established in the 1800s, the town is known for its ties to country music legend Dolly Parton, the arts and crafts community, and plentiful … [Read more...] about Why Winter is the Best Time for a Trip to Pigeon Forge
The Ultimate Walking Dead Fan Guide to Georgia
The Walking Dead started as a comic book series and has become a full-on cultural phenomenon when it became an AMC television show. This guide is based on the original series, not the spin offs. Between the characters and quotes, it's totally changed the game for the Georgia film scene. There are tours, events, and even accommodations geared towards zombie-loving fans all … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Walking Dead Fan Guide to Georgia