Asheville, North Carolina, has a perfect blend of local talent, touring acts, and quirky, artsy energy. Bands like Steep Canyon Rangers hail from the city, as do Luke Combs and Roberta Flack. Buskers set up around the city, especially during weekly drum circles. The city also attracts bigger names like The Avett Brothers to Harrah’s […]
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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 […]
Southern Stays: The Alida Hotel
Opened in 2018, The Alida Hotel in Savannah, Georgia features 173 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each showcasing elements crafted by local artists from the Savannah College of Art & Design. The Marriott Tribute Collection hotel is by the Makeready group, which also operates Hotel Emeline in Charleston, and is right by the JW Marriott […]
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Tips for Visiting the Okefenokee Swamp
The Okefenokee Swamp is a peat-filled wetland that extends between southeastern Georgia and northern Florida, covering approximately 700 square miles. It is one of the largest intact freshwater ecosystems in North America and is home to several endangered species. History of the Okefenokee Swamp The Timucua and Creek tribes first resided in the swamp and […]
A First Timer’s Guide to Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival
The Pilgrimage Music and Cultural Festival was founded in 2015 over two days in Franklin, Tennessee. The music festival is held at Harlinsdale Farm, a nearly 200-acre horse farm from the 1900s. Kevin Griffin, a Franklin resident and musician from Better Than Ezra, is one of the founders. Two-day admission is around $200 while VIP […]
34 Southern Products to Add to Your Home Bar
The holiday season is upon us and if you’re looking for something a bit different, it’s a great time to support Southern makers. We’ve featured artists and craftsmen but this guide highlights the people that make the famous spirits the region is so known for. The prices of these products vary so click the links […]
Following the Tennessee Whiskey Trail
Kentucky may be known for its bourbon trail, but there’s also the Tennessee Whiskey Trail. Visitors flock to the state to see the Jack Daniel’s Distillery but there are dozens more in just about every corner of the state. Tour the facilities enjoy samples, and purchase souvenirs to take home with you. Many places are […]
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Southern Stays: The Alida Hotel
Opened in 2018, The Alida Hotel in Savannah, Georgia features 173 uniquely designed rooms and suites, each showcasing elements crafted by local artists from the Savannah College of Art & Design. The Marriott Tribute Collection hotel is by the Makeready group, which also operates Hotel Emeline in Charleston, and is right by the JW Marriott […]
Southern Stays: The Louis Hotel
The small towns of the Arkansas Delta may not be on every traveler’s radar, but they should be. The Louis Hotel opened in 2023 in the town of Wilson, which is located between Memphis and Little Rock on the famous Blues Highway. The small town of 900 residents was founded in 1886 around a sawmill […]
Southern Stays: Signia by Hilton Atlanta Hotel
Downtown Atlanta has been without a newly built hotel for 40 years until the opening of the Signia by Hilton Atlanta Hotel in January of 2024 on the site of the former Georgia Dome. It’s set right next to Mercedes Benz Stadium, home of the Atlanta Falcons football and Atlanta United soccer club. Spread across […]
Staying at Sea Island Resort in Georgia
Sea Island Resort is a luxurious coastal resort located along the Atlantic Ocean, near St. Simons Island and Jekyll Island in coastal Georgia. It’s on a gated island but the resort extends into St. Simon’s Island as well and is a popular escape for generations of travelers, including past presidents and celebrities. It was founded […]
