For generations of travelers, the motor court or motel was a welcome respite from time on the road. And Georgia had several of these byways, including US-41, also known as Dixie Highway, along with US-17, a precursor to I-95. Many of these accommodations have been preserved and even restored for generations of new travelers to enjoy, part of a nationwide trend. The … [Read more...] about 6 Converted and Retro Motels in Georgia to Check Into
Savannah
Family Friendly Guide to Savannah, Georgia
Savannah, Georgia, was established as the first city and capital of Georgia, the last of the original thirteen colonies. An essential field trip locale, families are sure to find plenty to enjoy in the coastal city, including delicious food, abundant restaurants, public parks and beaches, and fun accommodations. Family-Friendly Savannah Accommodations The Kimpton … [Read more...] about Family Friendly Guide to Savannah, Georgia
6 Southern Destinations to Spend St. Patrick’s Day
Large numbers of Irish immigrants arrived in the American South during the 18th and especially 19th centuries. During the Great Famine, thousands of Irish Catholics arrived in Southern port cities such as Savannah, Charleston, and New Orleans. The Scots-Irish settled in the Appalachian Backcountry a century before. For this reason, there's no better region to experience the … [Read more...] about 6 Southern Destinations to Spend St. Patrick’s Day
Southern Stays: The Alida Hotel
Opened in 2018, The Alida Hotel in Savannah, Georgia, features 173 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each showcasing elements crafted by local artists from the Savannah College of Art & Design. The Marriott Tribute Collection hotel is by the Makeready group, which also operates Hotel Emeline in Charleston, and is right by the JW Marriott Plant Riverside District and its … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Alida Hotel
Which Savannah Trolley Tour is Right For You?
Savannah, Georgia, is proud to be one of the oldest cities in the United States. As Georgia’s founding city, it has many popular historic and cultural sites. The historic district has 22 beautiful park squares, many of them with monuments to Savannah’s notable figures. History and art museums tempt tourists, along with restored 18th-century homes to explore. You can … [Read more...] about Which Savannah Trolley Tour is Right For You?
