We enjoy a trip to Georgia's capital city on occasion but we are always looking for small towns near Atlanta. Some of them give you the same "big city" amenities such as great restaurants. You will also find things to do you can't find in the city. Here's our picks for great small towns near … Continue reading Fun small towns near Atlanta to explore
The Rome, Georgia mobile pass that rewards you
Rome, Georgia is full of history, great restaurants and a long list of family-friendly things to do. It's sometimes hard to decide what to do even if you are a local. The Georgia's Rome Office of Tourism launched Explore Georgia's Rome Pass, a way for visitors and locals to find things to enjoy in Rome, … Continue reading The Rome, Georgia mobile pass that rewards you
This Charlotte area hotel will have you dreaming of money in the bank
When searching for a Charlotte area hotel for my son's graduation trip, I wanted something with character, comfortable beds and a place to grab a good meal. The Esquire Hotel in downtown Gastonia, North Carolina exceeded our expectations. The hotel is over 100 years old but with the modern amenities today's travelers need. A historic … Continue reading This Charlotte area hotel will have you dreaming of money in the bank
17 Northwest Georgia hiking trails to explore
When Steve and I took up hiking a few years ago, we started on Northwest Georgia hiking trails. The 17-county region has so many beautiful destinations it was hard for us to choose where to go. Georgia's Historic High Country has made it easy to chose a trail in this region with the Northwest Georgia … Continue reading 17 Northwest Georgia hiking trails to explore
South Pittsburg, Tennessee: The tiny town with 150 years of stories
South Pittsburg, Tennessee is known for the Lodge Factory Store Museum. But you can't get to 150 years without having a few other stories to tell. Here are some of the unique stories from this charming town, beginning with the one that made it famous. Lodge Manufacturing If you are from the South, your mama … Continue reading South Pittsburg, Tennessee: The tiny town with 150 years of stories