Earlier this year, I wrote a story for Fodor's about America's best music cities beyond the places you usually hear about. The South, in particular, is a region rich in music culture, especially in Nashville, Memphis, Atlanta, and New Orleans. But these places are far from the only ones. Even this list isn't exhaustive, leaving out other musically inclined destinations like … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Lesser-Known Music Cities
Durham
Gameday Guide to Durham, North Carolina
It’s fall in the South, which means a few things. The humidity has started to lessen and the temperatures started to lower. The students are back in school. And college football season is upon us. No matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond the campus. Durham is one such, home to Duke University. A part of the … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Durham, North Carolina
Southern Stays: Unscripted Durham
Originally the defunct Jack Tar Hotel, Unscripted Durham is the first of a brand from Dream Hotels, a boutique chain with locations in New York City and beyond. Taking its inspiration from the midcentury style of the building, its historic nature allowed them to retain details like original tiles and the exterior design. It opened in July 2017 in the heart of Durham, North … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Unscripted Durham
Film Friday: Bull Durham
Bull Durham revolves around the lives of baseball players for the Durham Bulls, a real-life team. Baseball groupie Annie Savoy, played by Susan Sarandon, hooks up a minor league player every season and soon becomes involved with both rookie pitcher "Nuke" LaLoosh, played by Tim Robbins, and the veteran catcher assigned to deal with him, Crash Davis, played by Kevin … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Bull Durham
