Spring break looks a bit different these days but that doesn't mean you can't look forward to your vacation just like when you were growing up. In these Southern destinations, visitors can enjoy the thrill rides of theme parks, soaring above the trees in ziplines, camping by the lake, and relaxing on the beach. Huntsville, Alabama If you missed out on going to … [Read more...] about 11 Spring Break Destinations to Feel Like a Kid
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Walk the Line Filming Locations to Visit
Walk the Line tells the often-tragic story of music legend Johnny Cash, including his rise to fame, years of substance misuse, and love story with June Carter. The movie won an Academy Award for performances by Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon, both of whom showcased their vocal talents. It also used the real-life places where the "Man in Black" performed. Walk … [Read more...] about Walk the Line Filming Locations to Visit
Southern Stays: The Southern Hotel
The Southern Hotel first opened in Covington, Louisiana, in 1907 in the Spanish Mission style. It was a popular retreat for residents of New Orleans, who could take the ferry across Lake Pontchartrain. The 43-room hotel had amenities like hot and cold running water, a luxury for its time. The original hotel closed in the 1960s. From 1983 to 2003, the building operated as … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Southern Hotel
7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans
New Orleans, Louisiana, is one of the South's most popular destinations, and it's easy to spend a week exploring the neighborhoods. But it's also a great launching point to explore the rest 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 for these day trips from New Orleans. River … [Read more...] about 7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans
Remember the Titans Filming Locations to Visit
The 2000 film Remember the Titans was an instant classic, telling of a segregated Virginia football team that brings in a new coach to shake things up. They go on to find success when they all learn to work together and leave their prejudices behind. It was filmed throughout the state of Georgia. It stars Denzel Washington and Will Patton, but it also features rising stars … [Read more...] about Remember the Titans Filming Locations to Visit
