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Chattanooga’s Underground Caves

December 11, 2013 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

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

November 18, 2013 By Sammi Eubanks 2 Comments

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. Editor's Note: … [Read more...] about Best Hikes in North Carolina

Southern Stays: Brasstown Valley Resort

June 10, 2013 By Caroline Eubanks 1 Comment

Brasstown Valley Resort is a popular getaway for those visiting the North Georgia Mountains. It's also close to Young Harris College, making it a convenient stay for those in town to tour the campus. It is also only two hours from Atlanta and Chattanooga, so it's a popular spot for weekend getaways, near the North Carolina state line. Staying at Brasstown … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Brasstown Valley Resort

Kayaking in Charleston’s Shem Creek

March 27, 2013 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Finding an activity that is entertaining for all ages and interests can be difficult, but Charleston, South Carolina, is a place that caters to everyone. Shopaholics can indulge in the King Street boutiques while sports buffs watch a Charleston RiverDogs baseball game. Foodies, especially, can hang out after hours with chefs and dine in the many highly-rated restaurants. But … [Read more...] about Kayaking in Charleston’s Shem Creek

Visiting Grandfather Mountain

March 25, 2013 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

You might not find yourself in Linville, North Carolina unless it's ski season or you're visiting a student at nearby Appalachian State University. But the town's claim to fame is a park known as Grandfather Mountain, which looks like the craggy face of an old man, at 5,946 feet high. The History of Grandfather Mountain Some of the rock formations within Grandfather … [Read more...] about Visiting Grandfather Mountain

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