Traveling with a preschooler comes with its own set of special challenges. You need engaging activities, with opportunities for kids to use all their senses. Below are 12 picks for the Atlanta metro area. Tiny Towne (Alpharetta) Children ages 3-15 drive high-tech miniature cars in a realistic...
On the evening of January 7, 2015, skies over Georgia lit up dazzlingly in pink and orange. Our social media channels were flooded with stunning sunset imagery – like these! Share your Georgia photos by using the #ExploreGeorgia hashtag on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook or by joining the Explore...
Shocking to my fellow friends – mostly the ones who are living up the singles scene in the city or maintaining their hipster vibe sans minivan, the suburbs are happening, too, when it comes to the foodie scene. Nearby, Alpharetta, easily accessible, just north of Atlanta and in the foothills of the...
When most people think of Southern food, drool-worthy visuals of fried chicken, cornbread, biscuits and pecan pie likely come to mind. Trust me when I say there’s certainly no shortage of these historically delicious eats in Atlanta. But in today’s New South, innovative chefs are putting their own...
Jekyll Island was once the winter escape for some of America’s richest families. Now, the island is a playground for the public, and winter is a perfect time to see it all at a discount. Explore Georgia has some hotel deals for a special getaway, and here are three low-cost or free things to do on...
Surely you can find a reason any day to explore the delicious variety of pies baked in towns throughout Georgia. From pecan to peanut butter, fried to minis, we've compiled a list of our favorite pies in the Peach State. Fair warning: this list will make you very hungry.
Georgia may be the peanut capital of the world, but shockingly, there are very few Georgia-based craft peanut butters. Atlanta resident, Jaime Foster, is changing that with her new hand-crafted, small batch peanut butter, Georgia Grinders, launching this month. Here she shares her story with us: Q...
Romantics love Georgia for all of its incredible scenery and the many quiet places, from mountains to the coast, that offer spots to connect with ones they care about most. If you and your special someone are drawn to the outdoors, Georgia has endless places to explore. Here are just a few ways to...
With the addition of the Atlanta Streetcar as a transportation option for locals and tourists. Atlanta’s part in America’s black history is more accessible than ever. The Streetcar has several pick-up points throughout Downtown Atlanta, the Old Fourth Ward and Sweet Auburn districts of the city...
With options such as exploring the city’s parks and trails to browsing the downtown shops, you don’t have to break the budget to have an awesome time in Alpharetta, Georgia! Attend one of Alpharetta's countless free events Alpharetta may be known for its new foodie game, but the events in the city...