The National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel is one of the biggest attractions in Memphis, Tennessee. Located in a desegregated hotel popular with musicians and celebrities of all races, it was here that an assassin's bullet ended the life of Martin Luther King Jr. A wreath now marks the room that he stayed in while helping with the Sanitation Worker's Strike. The … [Read more...] about Visiting the National Civil Rights Museum
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The Best Books About Tennessee
When planning your trip to the South, it’s important to research where you’re going. So we’ve compiled a list of the best books about Tennessee and by Tennessee authors to help you prepare. No matter whether you’re a resident looking to learn more about your home state or a first timer curious about the history, these books are sure to help you enjoy it more. Note that … [Read more...] about The Best Books About Tennessee
Southern Stays: The Guest House at Graceland
Southern Stays is a series in which we will review a property, whether it be a hostel, hotel or other form of accommodation. To suggest a property please leave a comment or email us. When you think of an Elvis-themed hotel, you might be picturing something over the top matching the decor of Presley's home. But the Guest House at Graceland, which opened in 2016, is … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Guest House at Graceland
How to Spend a Weekend in Pigeon Forge
I’ve been visiting Pigeon Forge, Tennessee and the surrounding Great Smoky Mountains for as long as I can remember, especially since it’s an easy drive from where I live in Atlanta. For many years, that meant a family vacation in both summer and winter where all of us could do something different for our interests. I visited last year, meeting up with friends coming from … [Read more...] about How to Spend a Weekend in Pigeon Forge
Where to Go (in the South) in 2019
It’s the time of year when we start planning upcoming adventures. There are so many places I recommend visiting in the South, but 2019 will be an important year for many reasons. Each of these destinations has been thoughtfully selected for what is new and exciting in the state. This list also serves as a personal bucket list for places we need to write about! So start … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2019
