There are some truly spooky places around the South, including notorious cemeteries and haunted houses. But what about the stories behind them? These infamous graves are worth a visit in their own right to learn more about the grisly history. The Grave of Mary Phagan, Marietta, Georgia If you grew up in Atlanta's northern suburbs, and even if you didn't, you probably … [Read more...] about The Most Infamous Graves in the South
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Where to Stay in the North Carolina Triad
After writing guides about The Triad, including the best places to stay around the city, it became time for our own guide to accommodations in the cities of Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem. 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 … [Read more...] about Where to Stay in the North Carolina Triad
Gameday Guide to Chapel Hill, 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. One such is the third element of the Triangle (along with … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Southern Stays: Carolina Inn
The Carolina Inn is nearly a part of the campus of the University of North Carolina- Chapel Hill, right across the street from the gates. Opened in 1924, the historic hotel is like the town's living room, hosting generations of students, parents, faculty, and visitors. Built in the Southern Colonial style, the inspiration for the design was Mount Vernon, the home of George … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Carolina Inn
Weekend Guide to Raleigh, North Carolina
Raleigh, North Carolina, is the capital city of the state, located at the crossroads of major intersections with an international airport. The name comes from Sir Walter Raleigh, an English statesman known for his association with the "Lost Colony" of Roanoke. The city was established in 1792, and was settled near where a boarding house was located. Two railroad lines … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Raleigh, North Carolina
