Clarksville is located in the northwestern part of Tennessee, near the state's border with Kentucky and an hour's drive from Nashville. It was named after General George Rogers Clark, a Revolutionary War hero, and was a Confederate stronghold during the Civil War. Fort Campbell, a U.S. Army base, is located just outside of Clarksville. It is home to the 101st Airborne … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Clarksville, Tennessee
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Weekend Guide to Beaufort, South Carolina
Beaufort, South Carolina, has a similar Lowcountry history to Charleston and Hilton Head, its neighbors on each side. But it's a city all its own. It was first explored by the Spanish in 1514 and then by the French in 1562, led by Jean Ribault. However, conflicts arose, and the Spanish eventually drove the French out. The British founded the city in 1711 on Port Royal … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Beaufort, South Carolina
Family-Friendly Guide to the Florida Keys
The Florida Keys are the perfect family road trip, with an abundance of laid-back towns and natural landmarks where you might spot rare animals or learn about the history of presidents and pirates. You can drive from Miami or fly into Key West if you're short on time. There are so many hotels and resorts that it's hard to pick just a few, but Hawk’s Cay Resort has … [Read more...] about Family-Friendly Guide to the Florida Keys
Weekend Guide to Northern Kentucky
While Lexington and Louisville are known for bourbon and horses, and Bowling Green is known as the gateway to Mammoth Cave, northern Kentucky has interesting towns worth exploring. Following the curves of the Ohio River, it was an important place for trading, shipping bourbon, and other goods. Today, these communities have their own Bourbon Trail as well as charming … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Northern Kentucky
Weekend Guide to Roanoke, Virginia
Originally called Big Lick, the city of Roanoke, Virginia, was established in 1852 along the namesake river. In the 1850s, it came to prominence for its strategic location on the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad. It remains an important stop to this day, still on the Amtrak route. Cotton mills were also a big part of the economy. Today, Roanoke attracts students to nearby … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Roanoke, Virginia
