The South is a diverse region and while the cities like Nashville, Charleston, and New Orleans get all the glory, it's the great outdoors that really sets it apart from the rest of the country. It's home to one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world as well as one of only two everglades in the world. So whether you're an avid outdoorsman (or woman!) or just looking to … [Read more...] about Best Southern Destinations for Outdoors Lovers
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Cajun Pride Swamp Tours
The greater New Orleans area is made up of acres upon acres of swamps and bayous, of marshy landscapes that create an ecosystem for the many species of plants and animals that call it home. Swamp tours are a popular day trip for those visiting the Crescent City and they offer a completely different landscape. A number of companies visit the swamps, but I went with Cajun … [Read more...] about Cajun Pride Swamp Tours
Visiting Weeki Wachee Springs
There is, perhaps, no roadside stop in Florida more iconic than Weeki Wachee Springs. Anyone who has ever driven south through Orlando or Tampa knows the place, which has a classic kitsch factor found at other attractions like the Fountain of Youth. The Seminole tribe first discovered the spring that the park and town are named after, calling it Weeki Wachee, which … [Read more...] about Visiting Weeki Wachee Springs
Chattanooga’s Underground Caves
To experience Chattanooga, Tennessee in a truly unique way, you'll need to visit one of the many underground caves. The state has some 14,000 total and some of the most famous are within the Chattanooga area. Ruby Falls, an underground waterfall, and Lost Sea, an underground lake near Sweetwater, are popular tourist attractions, but there are so many others to … [Read more...] about Chattanooga’s Underground Caves
Best Hikes in North Carolina
The “High Country” of North Carolina is the fond name that locals give to the mountains in the extreme western portion of the state. I called this region my home for four fantastic years and countless weekend forays. The hikes listed below are by no means a complete list, but provide the visitor with a glimpse of the natural beauty the region has to offer. Pink … [Read more...] about Best Hikes in North Carolina
