Though it doesn’t often top lists of “must-visit” destinations in the USA, Atlanta, GA, is definitely worth a visit. Before I moved to the city, I saw it as little more than a broiling furnace with bad traffic. But now that I’ve lived in Atlanta for nearly 5 years, I’ve […]
7 Best Weekend Destinations in the Southeastern USA
Because Sam and I travel while balancing full-time work, we can’t always hop on the plane and backpack through Southeast Asia or Europe for weeks on end. Well, we could. But then we probably wouldn’t have a job waiting for us when we returned or any way to actually pay […]
A Guide to Visiting Tallulah Gorge State Park in North Georgia
Tallulah Gorge in North Georgia is a spectacular natural wonder, and I’m ashamed to admit that it took me 4 years of living in Georgia before I finally paid it a visit. Formed by the Tallulah river cutting into the rock, the gorge is now nearly 1,000 feet deep and […]
Where to Eat in Savannah, GA
Spanish moss-covered trees, historic B&Bs, and beautiful public squares—it’s not surprising Savannah is my favorite Southern city for a weekend escape. Living in Atlanta, Sam and I have been lucky to visit Savannah numerous times. And though the scenery is beautiful and the history is fascinating, there is one main reason we […]