Georgia is one of many states whose wine industry is beginning to attract national attention. Much like neighboring North Carolina, the amount of wineries in Georgia has blossomed over the last ten years, along with wine production. Numerous wines introduced by Georgia’s 30+ wineries are taking home awards at prestigious wine competitions, and Georgia wines …
Best Kid-Friendly Hikes in Atlanta Hiking with kids can be a real challenge. You may imagine a walk filled with fascination and views only to find yourself trudging uphill with never-ending groans from your little ones. Regardless if you love spending the weekend in the town or want to get away from the city noise, …
Decatur Georgia: Best Things To Do with Kids The busy city of Decatur, located just northeast of Metro Atlanta, is loaded with kid-friendly fun-based activities, visitors attractions, and things to do. Showcasing amazing playgrounds, bookstores, and tons of seasonal activities for small children, Decatur is a great place to explore with the children in tow. …
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Atlanta, as Georgia’s capital, attracts a fair share of visitors. Dealing with this on a regular basis can be extremely irritating and make you want to flee your hometown. Travel a little south, but a lot east, and you’ll find the wonderful city of Augusta. There’s a lot to do! And it’s only 2 hours …
Attractions Guide to Anna Maria Island FL Anna Maria Island is a picturesque 7-mile barrier reef island located between Tampa Bay and Sarasota Bay in the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Mexico. This old Florida treasure is made up of three small municipalities: Bradenton Beach, Holmes Beach, and Anna Maria. The island serves as …
Callaway Gardens – Pine Mountain, Georgia Part nature preserve, part vacation resort, Callaway Gardens is a spectacular 35,000-square-foot complex nestled on 13,000 acres of beautiful Georgia countryside in the Appalachian Mountains. Home of the world’s largest azalea display, one of North America’s biggest butterfly conservatories. The gardens are also home to a magnificent vegetable garden …
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Andersonville National Historic Site – Andersonville, Georgia This is a 515-acre park developed in honor of all those from the Civil War that were imprisoned here. The difficult life for the prisoners and those that were guarding them is commemorated at this park. Located in Sumter County the camp was chosen as the location for …
Visit The Birthplace of Cabbage Patch Dolls While Georgia is home to many interesting and famous attractions, many kids know the very best place to be. Cleveland, Georgia is the birthplace of the Cabbage Patch Doll and also the home of BabyLand General Hospital. BabyLand is an old doctor’s office devoted to birthing, caring for, …
Big Sandy Creek Dairy Farm – Madison, Georgia Life on a dairy farm can be explored with a tour of the Big Sandy Creek Dairy Farm in Madison, Georgia. An actual working dairy farm, Big Sandy Creek Dairy Farm is home to the first milking parlor in the state of Georgia. A visit to this …
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Enjoy the Northeast Georgia Wine Trail Visit the many wineries of the new North Georgia Wine Country. Explore the beautiful vineyards and taste the new varieties that are winning awards for superlative wine. Northeast Georgia is home to award-winning wineries and is becoming a well-known wine destination. Visitors can taste local favorites, like Muscadine and …
Historic Gainesville, Lake Lanier Islands, and the many lovely towns of Hall County offer lake fun, motorsports, golf, relaxing mountain scenery, antiques and shopping, beautiful resorts, hotels, bed & breakfast inns, and a plethora of recreational opportunities. Nestled in the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains, bordered by the shores of Lake Lanier, home to …
Small Lake Town in Rabun County Provides Weekend Getaways Rabun County is home to Clayton, Georgia; a picturesque mountain town that is at the base of the Appalachians and bordered by North and South Carolina. With easy access to Atlanta, Clayton is a mountain town get away for most busy professionals in Atlanta. Clayton is …
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Embracing Georgia’s Southern Charm for the Perfect Romantic Getaway Whether looking for a Valentine’s Day getaway, or a romantic retreat any time of the year, Georgia has the beauty and charm to seduce travelers from far and wide. With its beautiful islands, romantic architecture, historic cities, and charming towns, Georgia offer a wide range of …
Georgia Weekend Getaways For anyone considering a visit to the Peach State, there are plenty of Georgia weekend getaways for lovers of leisure to choose from. As any Atlantan knows, blaring horns and interminably-long traffic jams make Georgia weekend getaways not only desirable but also necessary. Even those from outside the state planning a trip …
Lake Hartwell ranks as one of the top destinations for outdoor activities in the Southeast. It lies on the border of Georgia and South Carolina about halfway in between the metropolitan areas of Atlanta and Charlotte making it ideal for weekend getaways. Popular things to do at Lake Hartwell include boating, swimming, fishing, and camping. …
Carrollton Visitors Guide Everyone knows that when it comes to living in a small town like Carrollton, GA, there are far more things you don’t have than those you do! Welcome to Western GA! Carrollton GA is a regular, all-American community nestled in Western Georgia. See why its reputation for southern small-town living is a …
Martinez, Georgia Visitors Guide Martinez is a suburb of Augusta, Georgia offering numerous recreational activities geared toward families, teens, and young adults. Martinez is an affluent Augusta suburb in Columbia County, Georgia near the intersection of Interstates 20 and 520. Martinez is known for hosting a balanced mix of middle-class residences, parks, and commercial businesses …
Culloden, GA Visitors Guide South of the city of Barnesville, on GA Highway 341, your eyes will fill with the sights and sounds of the South: the mooing of black and white cows, the swaying of majestic oaks and towering pines, and pastures dotted with solitary chimneys – remnants of older times when smoke rose …
Barnesville, GA Visitors Guide The beautiful small-town atmosphere of Barnesville Georgia is just a highlight of what a tourist can do in the surrounding area. Activities abound, as well as interesting historical facts about the area dating back to the 1700s. You will not be disappointed in spending a day in Barnesville. Imagine a quiet …
Rent Eagle Island In Georgia For $475 Per Night On secluded Eagle Island off the coast of Georgia, lovers, friends, family, and co-workers can find themselves, eco-adventure, and total relaxation. It’s a 10-acre oasis of privacy 60 miles south of Savannah, accessible only by boat from sleepy Darien on the Georgia coast. Lovingly enhanced as …
The CW’s Vampire Diaries filmed on location in Covington, GA nestled just outside of Atlanta and makes for a wonderful day trip or overnight visit. While most people have probably had their fill of vampires and teenagers with the Twilight saga, my wife has recently discovered the CW’s Vampire Diaries television show. Naturally, I have …
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Fun Activities in a Popular North Georgia Mountain Village When tourists come to Helen they get to experience the German culture. Besides the popular Oktoberfest held in the fall, Helen draws visitors year-round. Maybe you’ll never make it to the Swiss Alpines, but if you live in the south, you can visit the quaint Bavarian …
Carrollton, Georgia City Cemetery In the western central part of Georgia near the Alabama state line, this historic cemetery dates back to the 1700s and has intricate monuments. If you find yourself in or near Carrollton, Georgia, consider taking a peaceful walking tour of the Carrollton City Cemetery. This old cemetery is located on what …
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Georgia Coast Family Activities Fishing piers, waterfront views of shrimp boats at sunset, Savannah arts festivals, coastal fine art, a train museum, and an old jail are highlighted. The Georgia coastline has it all. Breezy summers, mild winters, and much less touristy traffic than its Florida sister on the border. There are prices in this …
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Georgia offers up travel and adventure in nine different regions across the state that include small towns, large cities, rugged mountains, and history. Often, when people think of visiting Georgia in the southern United States, they envision a land they have seen in movies such as Gone with the Wind, where every street is lined …
Georgia Plantation Guide Old historical plantations are known for their beauty and history. Today these landmark places are also charming bed and breakfasts and wedding spots. Historical Georgia plantations are often thought of as being full of history and culture. While this is true, there are a number of renovated southern plantations that are fast …
Famous statues and monuments located in Augusta, Georgia home of the Master’s Golf Tournament each Spring. Augusta, Georgia was founded in 1736 and is the second oldest city in Georgia filled with a rich history that is remembered through the many statues and monuments located throughout the city. Today Augusta is probably best known for …
Georgia Statues, Sculptures, Monument & Roadside Attractions Famous statues, sculptures, monuments, landmarks, and roadside attractions in Georgia. There are some great roadside attractions, statues, sculptures, landmarks, and monuments located in the Peach Tree State of Georgia. A number of these landmarks are billed as the largest in the world including the largest chicken in the …
5-star Luxury Resort on Southern Georgia Coast The Cloister at Sea Island made Mobilt Travel Guide history when it was honored with four Five Star Awards for the hotel, spa, restaurant, and golf course. The Cloister at Sea Island on the Atlantic coast of Georgia made Mobil Travel Guide history when it was honored with …
St. Simons Island Travel Guide St. Simons Island is the largest of Georgia’s Golden Isles. It lies between Sea Island, Jekyll Island, and the privately owned Little St. Simons Island. The island is located just off the Georgia coast. Originally English Colonists used African slaves to cultivate rice and cotton plantations here. Its historic past …
Southern Mansion Tours in Covington, Georgia Arrange a group tour and visit some of Covington, Georgia’s most elegant privately owned antebellum homes and Mansions of the Old South. For a fun group outing for your special group of friends and relatives who love, history, consider going on a private home tour in Covington, Georgia, located …
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