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Elmwood Cemetery hosts Soul of the City annually. photo: Jalyn Souchek
HAUNTED HOME OF THE BLUES

Discover Memphis’ spirited past. October is my favorite month. My birthday falls two days before…

Stately Stanton Hall is one of Natchez's stunning architectural gems from the antebellum period.
THESE OLD HOUSES

Unrivaled architectural history makes Natchez a must-see for house lovers. Whether drawn to historic homes…

The JW Marriott Marco Island offers access to pristine waters and southwest Florida's famous shell-filled beaches.
WEST COAST WANDERING

A quick weekend getaway to Florida’s Paradise Coast satisfies! I have fond memories of a…

Clayton is the gateway to popular spots like Lake Burton.
MOVING MOUNTAINS

Clayton has the best of both old-school appeal and new-school allure. Often seen as the…

DUTCH TREAT

Curaçao boasts a Caribbean-meets-European vibe. The heritage of the Caribbean is strongly linked to its…

Hotel Indigo Panama City Marina sits on St. Andrews Bay. photo: Jean Capps
QUIRKY, QUIET & CUTE

Panama City offers a surprising breath of fresh air! As a teenager in the ’90s,…

Bowling Green, Kentucky sits just an hour north of Nashville and is filled with both natural and man made wonders. Courtesy of VisitBGKY
UNEXPECTED ESCAPE

History and adventure await in Bowling Green! When you think of Kentucky, visions of rolling…

The American Tobacco Campus has been transformed from factories into offices, shops and cafes.
BULLISH ON DURHAM

This nearby getaway offers a weekend’s worth of destinations! Thirty-six years ago, the baseball movie…

AT HOME

Greenville’s Hotel Hartness imparts local hospitality. Greenville, South Carolina, is known for its quaint downtown,…

CAMP WITH CALM

A visit to Under Canvas is glamping at its best! I grew up camping with…

Spacious cabins and myriad outdoor activities are a chic way to experience East Tennessee. Photos: Ben Finch Photography
PEACE ON THE FARM

Windy Hill Farm and Preserve offers an idyllic escape in East Tennessee. Serene. Idyllic. Relaxing.…

Most recently renovated and reopened in 2021, Skyline Lodge offers panoramic views of the North Carolina mountains. photos: Tim Lenz
MODERN INCARNATION

Skyline Lodge resurfaces once again as a mountain refuge. Perched at 3,700 feet in Highlands,…

OPULENCE ON THE RIVER

True luxury awaits in New Orleans! I’m greeted in the lobby of Four Seasons Hotel…

The historic buildings of downtown Fernandina Beach contain charming shops and eateries.
THE LESSER KNOWN FLORIDA

Amelia Island’s unexpected treasures! As a south Florida native, I know there’s more to the…

Pursell Farms
Romance Peaks at Pursell Farms

This pastoral resort in Sylacauga, Alabama, is the idyllic winter getaway My table at Old…

Unspoiled beauty amid wellappointed luxury awaits at Haig Point on Daufuskie Island.
Undisturbed Daufuskie

The bridgeless island is a history-filled respite. It’s like a Hallmark movie,” says the woman…

Head for the Hills

Foliage and fun are in store around Gatlinburg. For anyone who craves the boardwalk excitement…

Jekyll Island Club Resort
Hang with History

Jekyll Island Club Resort marries the historic with escapism. Jekyll Island, the southernmost of Georgia’s…

Columbus sits along the banks of the Chattahoochee River.
Cultural Columbus

Georgia’s second-largest city is an epicenter of arts! I arrived in Columbus, Georgia, on a…

Sleeping In History

A sun-soaked getaway to one of Florida’s historic resorts! After a stressful start to the…

Reimagined as The Dewberry in 2016, the hotel is located in the former L. Mendel Rivers Federal Building.
Charleston Quickie

Winging it for 24 hours in the Holy City. Charleston never disappoints, even if you…

Restaurants, bars, shops and more are all just steps away in downtown Huntsville. Photo: Huntsville/Madison County CVB
READY FOR TAKEOFF

ALL SYSTEMS GO FOR HUNTSVILLE! Unlike some U.S. cities where a road trip might involve…

The Tallahassee skyline includes views of the state capitol.
TALLY HO

A capital city getaway to Tallahassee. Before making the 4.5-hour drive from my home in…

The Sunsphere, a landmark created during the 1982 World's Fair, provides panoramic views of the city.
Get To Know KNOXVILLE

This Tennessee town is more than just football! One thing that’s hard to miss on…

KING AND PRINCE BEACH & GOLF RESORT
Heritage Hotel

The King and Prince Beach & Golf Resort embodies St. Simon’s historical beauty. Mention the…

Beale Street is the top spot for the city's famed live music scene.
Beale Street Beckons

A lively entertainment district is just one reason to make the trek to Memphis. Strangely…

The rooftop pool at The Joseph offers a view of downtown Nashville.
A Southern Rose

The Joseph is Nashville at its most refined. The honkey-tonk bars and plethora of historical…

An interactive display at the GRAMMY Museum Mississippi shows the connections between American artists.
DELTA DAWN

A ROAD TRIP INTO MISSISSIPPI BLUES HEAVEN When I tell people that Mississippi is one…

Wilmington is set on the Cape Fear River, inland from the Atlantic Ocean.
LIGHTS, CAMERA, WEEKEND

Exploring the other “Hollywood of the South”. Before Atlanta became known as the film capital…

From left to right: One of Half-Mile's three historic cabins, cozying up in front of the fire pit and breakfast delights in the Main House.
A Couple’s Retreat

Highlands, North Carolina, provides the kid-less getaway of COVID-year dreams. Only the call of a…