First, there’s that sweet spot – the prime location between Chattanooga and Knoxville. Add to that the million dollar lake views, hiking trails, winery, and antiquing. Finish up with sumptuous food, and you have Loudon County TN, a must see…
Best Things to Do in Albany GA
Albany, Georgia will surprise you. It’s a four-way intersection of southern antebellum charm, outdoor adventure, the civil rights movement, and multiple museum-style attractions. Here are the best things to do! 1. Riverwalk Riverfront Greenway Trail is a 2.4-mile path that…
All Out Adventure: Six Best Outdoor Activities in Columbus GA
Less than a two-mile drive from Atlanta, Columbus’ humid, sub-tropical climate makes it a great year-round choice for outdoor activities, especially water-based adventures during much of the year. It’s a prosperous city, also offering interesting museums and nice gastronomical experiences.…
Beyond the Horses: 18 Fun Things to Do in Thoroughbred Country SC
Named the “Best Small Town in the South” by Southern Living Magazine, Aiken, South Carolina has been drawing people in since the wealthy Astors, Vanderbilts, and Fields began building their summer “cottages” along Millionaire’s Row in the late 1800’s. But…
Weekend Getaway: 11 Fun Things to Do in Columbia SC
Nestled approximately halfway between world-famous Charleston on the coast and up-and-coming Greenville in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, South Carolina’s capital city is often overlooked as a holiday destination. But Columbia, the first capital named for Christopher Columbus…
Girls’ Getaway: Best Things to Do in the Outer Banks
Four narrow barrier islands skimming more than 100 miles of stunning coastline separate the North Carolina mainland from the Atlantic Ocean, and make up the region of the Outer Banks. Bodie, Roanoke, Hatteras, and Ocracoke Islands are linked together by…
Kayaking Flint River Georgia: That Time My Friends Left Me for Dead (Sort of).
Albany, Georgia has a lot of really fun outdoor pursuits. When I heard our girls’ getaway weekend was going to include on a kayak excursion on the Flint River, I had mixed feelings. I like kayaking…but I don’t love it.…
Things to Do at Lake Murray SC
Called “the jewel of South Carolina,” shimmering, man-made Lake Murray is approximately 50,000 acres in size with more than 600 miles of shoreline. The lake is named after William Murray, the chief engineer who conceived what was “the world’s largest…
Four Reasons to Head for Hillsborough, North Carolina
Hillsborough is a charming southern town in Orange County, North Carolina, with a population of around 6,000 residents. The town has a history spanning three centuries, with an historic downtown district that is listed on the National Register of Historic…
Here’s How to Spend a Fun Weekend in Alamance County, North Carolina
Snuggled between North Carolina’s coast and mountains, Alamance County is a great place to spend a weekend. The climate is near-perfect year round for outdoor activities. There are also many opportunities for entertainment and dining. The Haw River The Haw…
Thinking of a Weekend in Chapel Hill? Here Are 8 Things to Do
Most known for its university and one of the best collegiate basketball teams in the U.S., Chapel Hill is the ultimate college town, filled with charm, history and southern hospitality. It’s no wonder that it consistently makes lists of best…
Top Things to Do in Helen Georgia
Bavaria? No. Trade the Alps for the Appalachians, and you’ll find the tiny, charm-packed town of Helen, Georgia nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, along the Chattahoochee River. Covering only 2.1 square miles and home to a mere 430 residents,…
10 Things to Do on Your First Visit to Greenville, South Carolina
Dubbed “the next Charleston” by the New York Times, Greenville, South Carolina – a somewhat undiscovered gem – sits at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. It’s a newer, hipper revitalization of its former incarnation as a deserted mill…
12 Reasons Why You’ll Fall For Fredericksburg
Resting on the banks of the Rappahannock River, Fredericksburg, Virginia is a quintessentially charming historic city, with an appealing and lively downtown area brimming with shops, cafes and restaurants. Sporting a mild autumn climate that can only be described as…
11 Winter Activities on Amelia Island, Florida
A barrier island stretching along the northeast coast of Florida, Amelia Island is the perfect place for a relaxing romantic weekend during the chilly shoulder season. The island, named for Princess Amelia, daughter of George II of Great Britain, has…
The Sauce Boss of St. Augustine
The most provocative portion of the interior of the Hot Shot Bakery is their “Wall of Flame.” The entire premise for the wall came about as an accident. Stoppelbein dipped some of the datils in chocolate as a garnish for a birthday…
Jacksonville Beach: When You Just Want to Chill
I’m busy, you’re busy, we’re all busy. So when I decided to take a “chill weekend” to recharge, I decided to try someplace new: Jacksonville Beach – a relatively small beach community on Florida’s northeast coast. And we were…
10 Reasons to Visit St Augustine in November
Proudly laying claim as America’s oldest city, the historical and charming St. Augustine was founded in 1565 and is also considered by many to be America’s most romantic destination. The brick-lined streets are reminiscent of the old town districts of…
Panama City Beach Helicopter: 3 Girls, 1 Bird
I can say hands-down that the very best thing I did on my Panama City Beach girlfriend getaway was fly with the girls. And by girls, I don’t mean just me and the other female passenger, Donna. Our “bird” was a Robinson R44…
Roadtrip! Things to Do on the Gulf Coast
I moved from New England to South Carolina a few years ago to escape the snow. Like many other parts of the country, it was an unseasonably cold winter, even in the South. So when we got that half-inch of…