The Appalachian Trail is one of America's greatest hikes, running over 2,000 miles from Georgia to Maine. It takes hikers many months and plenty turn around shortly after starting. But you can still "hike the AT" without committing to its entire length. Check out one of the many day hikes near the Appalachian Trail that you'll find in Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and … [Read more...] about The Best Day Hikes Near the Appalachian Trail
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Where to Find Street Art in Knoxville
Travelers love to pose in front of the murals of Nashville, but Knoxville is quickly approaching as Tennessee's hub for street art and murals. Supported by local businesses and initiatives like Walls for Women, you can find them all over the city. Many are inspired by the nearby mountains. We've highlighted a few, but Visit Knoxville has a whole map of locations … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Knoxville
The South’s Creepiest Places to Visit
Are you afraid of ghosts? The South has some truly creepy places, whether the spooky cemeteries, haunted hotels, or even restaurants with spirits... and not the alcoholic kind! Do you dare visit these places that are reported to be haunted? Find out for yourself, but bring a friend. Crescent Hotel, Eureka Springs, Arkansas Eureka Springs in Northwest Arkansas was … [Read more...] about The South’s Creepiest Places to Visit
Dolly Parton Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
Dolly Parton was born in 1946 as a poor child in rural Tennessee. She learned to sing and play instruments in church and later went on to perform on radio and television programs, including her stint on The Porter Wagoner Show. Parton moved to Nashville after graduating high school, where she started her songwriting career. She had a string of successful duets after being … [Read more...] about Dolly Parton Landmarks Fans Can’t Miss
The South’s Best Rails to Trails Paths
Rail lines once connected much of the South, from Flagler's train down the length of Florida to the Amtrak Crescent Line that still runs in a curve down the coast to New Orleans. But what happens when these tracks are no longer in use? Many communities have converted them to rails-to-trails paths, public spaces with parks, restaurants, and access to public transportation … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Rails to Trails Paths
