Kentucky may be known for its bourbon trail, but there's also the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. Visitors flock to the state to see the Jack Daniel's Distillery but there are dozens more in just about every corner of the state. Tour the facilities enjoy samples, and purchase souvenirs to take home with you. Many places are also on the Franklin Masters & Makers Passport. How to … [Read more...] about Following the Tennessee Whiskey Trail
Memphis
5 Easy Day Trips from Memphis
Memphis, Tennessee has so much to see that it’s easy to spend your trip within the city limits. But drive less than an hour outside of town and you’ll have a completely different experience. There are so many places to see in less than two hours, but we’ve included a few of our favorites. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and return … [Read more...] about 5 Easy Day Trips from Memphis
Visiting the National Civil Rights Museum
The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is one of the biggest attractions in Memphis, Tennessee. Located in a desegregated hotel popular with musicians and celebrities of all races, it was here that an assassin's bullet ended the life of Martin Luther King Jr. A wreath now marks the room that he stayed in while helping with the Sanitation Worker's Strike. The … [Read more...] about Visiting the National Civil Rights Museum
Southern Stays: The Guest House at Graceland
When you think of an Elvis-themed hotel, you might be picturing something over the top matching the decor of Presley's home. But the Guest House at Graceland, which opened in 2016, is anything but. The refined and stylish hotel resembles one of the newer Las Vegas casino hotels with rich colors, modern furnishings, and subtle nods to the musician. For example, there are … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Guest House at Graceland
Southern Landmarks Every Johnny Cash Fan Should Visit
Johnny Cash. J.R. The Man In Black. He’s sold more than 90 million records around the globe and remains an American icon, even all these years after his passing. His face and his voice are unmistakable. In 2017, Rolling Stone named him the #3 greatest country artist of all time, beat out only by Hank Williams and Merle Haggard. He can be found on record, in film and on the … [Read more...] about Southern Landmarks Every Johnny Cash Fan Should Visit
