When visiting any of the South's incredible theme parks, it pays to be prepared. No matter whether it's Walt Disney World in Orlando or Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, a few items will help make your day go smoothly. We've recommended a few items for those wondering what to pack for theme parks. Clothing and Accessories Comfort is key if you'll be spending the day … [Read more...] about What to Pack for a Day at the Theme Parks
Where to Stay in Chattanooga, Tennessee
After writing guides for countless publications about Chattanooga, 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 Chattanooga, Tennessee
Angola: Alcatraz of the South
The History of Angola An 8,000-acre plot of land between New Orleans, Louisiana and Natchez, Mississippi was purchased in 1880 by Confederate Major Samuel James. It was named Angola for the country of origin of the slaves that worked the land shaped by the Mississippi River. Once the existing prisons in New Orleans and Baton Rouge became old and overcrowded, the … [Read more...] about Angola: Alcatraz of the South
How to Engage in Responsible Travel in the South
As we continue to cover the incredible places around the Southern United States, it's become much more important to focus on sustainable and responsible organizations and locations, especially considering the unique ecosystems found here. Sustainability is more than just recycling and turning off the lights when you leave a room. There are many ways you can travel … [Read more...] about How to Engage in Responsible Travel in the South
Weekend Guide to Macon, Georgia
The Creek Indians settled around the Ocmulgee Old Fields, a Mississippian set of ceremonial mounds over 13,000 years old. In 1809, Fort Benjamin Hawkins was established as a trading post between the Georgia colonists and the Native Americans. The area became the county seat in 1823, named Macon. The city was a Confederate arsenal during the Civil War and sustained damage, … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Macon, Georgia