Long before Europeans arrived, the Pensacola area was home to Indigenous peoples, especially the Pensacola culture, part of the broader Mississippian tradition. These communities built complex societies with trade networks across the Southeast. In 1559, Spanish explorer Tristán de Luna y Arellano established a settlement at Pensacola Bay, making it one of the earliest … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Pensacola, Florida
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Family Friendly Guide to Savannah, Georgia
Savannah, Georgia, was established as the first city and capital of Georgia, the last of the original thirteen colonies. An essential field trip locale, families are sure to find plenty to enjoy in the coastal city, including delicious food, abundant restaurants, public parks and beaches, and fun accommodations. Family-Friendly Savannah Accommodations The Kimpton … [Read more...] about Family Friendly Guide to Savannah, Georgia
Weekend Guide to the Outer Banks
The Outer Banks, often abbreviated OBX, is a 200-mile-long string of barrier islands off the coast of North Carolina and southeastern Virginia, separating the Atlantic Ocean from the mainland. Known for its natural beauty, rich history, and laid-back atmosphere, it even inspired a popular television show. While this is a weekend guide, you need way more time to explore this … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to the Outer Banks
Weekend Guide to Valdosta, Georgia
Founded in 1860, Valdosta was named after "Val d'Aosta," the plantation of Governor George Troup, which got its title from the Aosta Valley in Italy. The arrival of the railroad in the late 1800s helped the city's growth, as did the tobacco industry. Today, it's best known for Valdosta State University, founded in 1906, and Moody Air Force Base, established in 1941. Every … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Valdosta, Georgia
Weekend Guide to Little Rock, Arkansas
Little Rock, Arkansas, is the state capital and was named by a French explorer navigating the Arkansas River in 1722. Local tribes settled here along with hunters and trappers and it became an important trading post. Today it's best known for its role in the Civil Rights Movement, with the desegregation of a local high school, and the legacy of President Bill Clinton, who … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Little Rock, Arkansas
