Walk the Line tells the often-tragic story of music legend Johnny Cash, including his rise to fame, years of substance misuse, and love story with June Carter. The movie won an Academy Award for performances by Joaquin Phoenix and Reese Witherspoon, both of whom led their vocal talents. It also used the real-life places where the "Man in Black" performed. Walk the … [Read more...] about Walk the Line Filming Locations to Visit
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The South’s Best Gaming Towns
A few places might come to mind when you think of casino destinations, but did you know gaming is legal in certain parts of the South? They are allowed by law generally because they are on tribal lands or considered to be on the water, using a series of loopholes. Try your luck in any of these destinations, which have much more to offer than games of chance. Tunica, … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Gaming Towns
Weekend Guide to the Mississippi Delta
The Mississippi Delta makes for a great weekend getaway. Named for the floodplains between the Mississippi and Yazoo rivers, the region is where American music was born from the songs of sharecroppers. Today, there are blue markers on Highway 61 that denote significant music history. Rent a car in Memphis, preferably something classic like a pink Cadillac, and drive … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to the Mississippi Delta
Southern Stays: GoldStrike Resort and Casino
Prior to my visit to the Mississippi Delta, the only time I'd ever stayed in a casino was in Las Vegas. But Tunica, Mississippi is one of the best places for gambling in the south, so my trip included a stop here. The nicest hotel and casino in the area is GoldStrike Resort and Casino, an MGM property. There are three properties in the same parking lot in the Robinsonville … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: GoldStrike Resort and Casino
Classic Eats: The Hollywood Cafe
Classic Eats is a series about old-school and beloved Southern dining establishments. Do you have suggestions? Leave them in the comments. The Hollywood Cafe in Tunica Resorts, also known as Robinsonville, Mississippi is as much a part of legend here as blues artists. It was referenced in the famous song "Walking in Memphis" by musician Mark Cohn, who has his own wall of … [Read more...] about Classic Eats: The Hollywood Cafe
