Colonial Williamsburg is a longtime American attraction, welcoming thousands of visitors around the world. The living history village is known for its colonial-era interpreters but also contains multiple restaurants and hotels. Williamsburg Lodge is one of them, set in red brick buildings a few blocks away from the park and downtown Williamsburg. The rooms and … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Williamsburg Lodge
Virginia
Southern Stays: The Martha Washington Inn & Spa
The buildings that are now the Martha Washington Inn & Spa were built in 1832 as a retirement home for General Robert Preston, a figure from the War of 1812. But it was General Francis Preston and his family that spent many years there. But in 1858, the house was purchased to become Martha Washington College, a college for young women. It survived the Civil War but closed … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Martha Washington Inn & Spa
Pirates of the North Carolina Coast
Credit: Joseph Nicholls via Wikimedia Commons The coastal communities of North and South Carolina are a popular vacation destination, including Charleston and the Outer Banks. But over 300 years ago, you wouldn't dare traverse these waters, especially with valuables. That's because pirates trolled the ocean and inlets, robbing incoming ships. It was here that a man named … [Read more...] about Pirates of the North Carolina Coast
Southern Stays: Quirk Hotel
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. Richmond's Quirk Hotel is the city's very first boutique hotel, located in the Arts District. Opened by the owners of the Quirk Gallery, the hotel was established in a historic Italian … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Quirk Hotel
6 Best Southern Destinations for Art Lovers
Think that art scenes are limited to international destinations like New York and London? Think again! The South has a thriving arts culture, made up of traditional galleries and museums as well as muralists and street artists on the rise. We've featured six of our favorite destinations for arts lovers and also recommended some artsy accommodations. This post contains … [Read more...] about 6 Best Southern Destinations for Art Lovers
