The Walking Dead started as a comic book series and has become a full-on cultural phenomenon when it became an AMC television show. This guide is based on the original series, not the spin offs. Between the characters and quotes, it's totally changed the game for the Georgia film scene. There are tours, events, and even accommodations geared towards zombie-loving fans all … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Walking Dead Fan Guide to Georgia
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6 Easy Day Trips from Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia 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 … [Read more...] about 6 Easy Day Trips from Atlanta
Film Friday: The Fighting Temptations
An unemployed New Yorker travels home to his small Southern town to collect an inheritance but finds himself falling for a gospel singer, devising a plan to create a choir to make some extra cash. Cuba Gooding Jr. stars alongside Beyonce and Mike Epps. Filming took place at Columbus' RiverCenter for Performing Arts was used in the final scene. Filmed In: Atlanta, … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Fighting Temptations
Weekend Guide to Atlanta’s Southern Suburbs
Atlanta, Georgia, is a sprawling metropolis made up of miles upon miles of suburbs. Most visitors don't wander "outside the perimeter" during their trips, but you'll find hidden gems, especially in the southern suburbs of Clayton, Coweta, and Henry counties. There's the inspiration for Gone with the Wind, one of the largest NASCAR tracks in the country, and a small town … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Atlanta’s Southern Suburbs
Small Town Saturday: Senoia, GA
Now known for its backdrop as a filming location in movies and television, particularly The Walking Dead, Senoia is a small town an hour south of Atlanta. The town has also hosted the Southern Living Idea House. Originally settled in the 1800s by travelers from South Carolina, Senoia now is home to Riverwood Studios, which brought film and television to the town of 4,000 … [Read more...] about Small Town Saturday: Senoia, GA
