Explore Winter Park, Florida: Top 5 Things To Do

by | October 22, 2020 | Cultural, Florida | 0 Comments

Located just north of Orlando, the suburb of Winter Park was created as a winter resort community. Today, Winter Park is still a great getaway any time of the year, especially for lovers of nature and art. Take a step back from the hustle and bustle of Orlando’s theme...
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11 Free Things to Do in Decatur, Alabama (and Morgan County)

by | October 13, 2020 | Alabama, Cultural | 0 Comments

Decatur, Alabama, city of 50,000 people, has a fortunate location along the banks of the Tennessee River and halfway between Nashville, Tennessee to the north and Birmingham, Alabama to the south. Decatur is the county seat for Morgan County established in 1818 and...
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Best Museums in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

by | October 5, 2020 | Louisiana | 0 Comments

There are a quartet of museums that tell Baton Rouge, Louisiana's story from all sides. Old State Capitol Museum Louisiana's Old State Capital Museum in the building that served as the capital until the Huey Long era will bring you up to date on Louisiana's complex...
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A Weekend Getaway to the Hammock Coast, SC

by | September 6, 2020 | Cultural, South Carolina | 0 Comments

South Carolina’s Hammock Coast offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of the some larger popular beach destinations. Located just south of Myrtle Beach, visitors will discover pristine beaches, small-town beauty and a variety of activities for every member of the...
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Dunedin: A Funky Weekend Getaway Destination on Florida’s Gulf Coast

by | August 16, 2020 | Florida | 0 Comments

Dunedin in Pinellas County is perched on the edge of the Gulf of Mexico. Sparkling white sand beaches line the Dunedin Causeway, and boats dot the water. There is so much to explore in this fun and funky Florida beachside town.  Dunedin is one of Florida's oldest...
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Ten New Orleans Treasures Most Visitors Miss

by | July 15, 2020 | Louisiana | 0 Comments

Ten places in New Orleans that contributes to a unique time in New Orleans history. Anyone who visits them comes away with a much broader knowledge of New Orleans. St. Roch's Cemetery St. Roch's Cemetery is one of the most unique cemeteries in a city filled with...
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5 Fascinating Attractions You Can’t Miss in Charleston, SC

by | July 12, 2020 | South Carolina | 0 Comments

Charleston’s mix of history, beauty, and nature is irresistible to those who love the American South. Here are 5 fascinating sites you cannot miss in Charleston, South Carolina. Magnolia Plantation and Gardens If you have time to tour only one plantation in...
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A Magical Day at the Magnolia Market, Waco, Texas

by | June 27, 2020 | Texas | 0 Comments

If you were a fan of HGTV’s “Fixer Upper,” then you’re familiar with Chip and Joanna Gaines’s  Magnolia Market at the Silos. Since its opening in 2015, the two-and-a-half acre property in downtown Waco, Texas, has become much more than a store—it has become a...
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Visiting the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum

by | June 21, 2020 | Florida | 0 Comments

About an hour south of Vero Beach and 30 minutes north of West Palm Beach is the small city of Jupiter, Florida. Known for its laid-back atmosphere and beautiful landscapes, Jupiter is also home to the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse. Congress authorized the building of the...
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A Musical Journey through Memphis, Tennessee

by | May 29, 2020 | Cultural, Tennessee | 0 Comments

Visitors to Memphis, Tennessee, can walk in the footsteps of the legendary Elvis Presley by visiting his beloved home, Graceland, and the studio where he got his start in the business, Sun Studios. Elvis Presley died 43 years ago, but his home remains a destination...
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