The legacy of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in the Warm Springs area is one of the most stirring stories of 20th-century America. Many people don’t realize the full scope of this important chapter in Georgia history, but all can immerse themselves in it with a visit to area attractions. Warm...
Two cities in southwest Georgia are prime destinations for anyone interested in Southern heritage and history. Thomasville became known as the “winter resort of the South” in the Victorian era and is now known for its well-preserved historical downtown and rose gardens. Albany became a railroad hub...
Couples looking to honeymoon will find idyllic spots in Georgia to celebrate their first days of marriage. In fact, Travel + Leisure magazine named Savannah near the Georgia coast one of the world's best cities for romance. However, new love isn't limited to the historic city. From a beach resort or...
As winter’s chill fades away, spring rushes to life with blooming wildflowers, thundering waterfalls and migrating birds. The season shows Georgia’s natural beauty at its best – and these 12 trails provide the perfect spots to breathe it all in. Anna Ruby Falls Recreation Area in Helen – Hike a...
How delicious is Georgia’s culinary landscape? Just ask "Top Chef" judge Hugh Acheson. Though he's known for his acerbic comments on the Bravo reality show, he waxes poetic when it comes to his home state. "Georgia is one of the quintessential places of amazing bounty," he says. "From coastal shrimp...
Imagine standing high in the air with a salty breeze whipping through your hair. Spread out below you, the land meets the sea, sand to wave, lapping in rhythmic harmony as seagulls soar near the clouds. Journey along the Georgia coastline and such an experience is possible. Tybee Island Lighthouse...
From bluegrass to gospel and everything in between, Georgia has a wide-ranging musical history that spans as many genres as it does decades. Artists such as Ray Charles, Gladys Knight, Trisha Yearwood, Alan Jackson, the B-52s, and more, all hail from the Peach State. Sites, museums, tours, and...
Smart. Beautiful. Fun. Words that might describe a great date can also apply to this Southern capital city. Home to leading industries, natural charm, elegant structures and an array of amusements, Atlanta is where you can make lasting memories. From world-famous attractions to historic...
Travel along the 200-mile Chieftains Trail in northwest Georgia, a region the Cherokee people called "the enchanted land."
Expect those little hairs on the back of your neck to stand on end as you try to escape the feeling that you’re being watched. Alligator eyes confirm that you are, indeed, being watched as they glisten above the water’s black eerie surface and peer out from behind majestic cypress trees along the...