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6 Must-See Destinations in Alabama

March 8, 2021 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

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

The South’s Creepiest Places to Visit

October 30, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Are you afraid of ghosts? The South has some truly creepy places, whether the spooky cemeteries, haunted hotels, or even restaurants with spirits... and not the alcoholic kind! Do you dare visit these places that are reported to be haunted? Find out for yourself, but bring a friend. Crescent Hotel, Eureka Springs, Arkansas Eureka Springs in Northwest Arkansas was … [Read more...] about The South’s Creepiest Places to Visit

5 Easy Day Trips from Birmingham

November 6, 2019 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Birmingham, Alabama is in the heart of the state with attractions like the Sloss Furnaces and Civil Rights landmarks like the 16th Street Baptist Church. But it's also well located to explore other parts of the state. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and return to your hotel in the evening.  The Best Day Trips from … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Day Trips from Birmingham

Music Monday: St. Paul and the Broken Bones

May 1, 2017 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Credit: Tyler Garcia St. Paul and the Broken Bones formed in 2012 in Birmingham, Alabama. It's made up of six members, featuring Paul Janeway on vocals. They also tour with trombone and baritone saxophones. Janeway and bassist Jesse Phillips had been playing together for many years but decided to give music one last shot before moving onto their … [Read more...] about Music Monday: St. Paul and the Broken Bones

Visiting Alabama’s Breweries

October 19, 2016 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Despite laws that only recently allowed breweries to sell directly to consumers, the craft beer scene in Alabama has exploded. From Huntsville to Birmingham and from Fairhope to Gadsden, you'll find plenty of places to enjoy a pint. In fact, there are organized beer trails in North Alabama and downtown Huntsville, allowing you to get stamps for the places you visit and earn … [Read more...] about Visiting Alabama’s Breweries

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