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12 Budget-Friendly Attractions in Helen, Georgia

No matter the age, everyone is a kid at heart when it comes to Helen, White County and the Sautee and Nacoochee areas in North Georgia, about 90 minutes north of Atlanta. And fun here is affordable for...

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Spooky (and Not-So-Spooky) Halloween Events in Georgia

If you’re looking to celebrate Halloween in a big way, Georgia’s cities and towns have lots to offer. Whether you’re on the hunt for a haunted trail or a kid-friendly Halloween party, the Peach State...

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These Georgia Ghost Tours Will Give You Chills

Whether your interest is in the paranormal, history or you’re just looking for an evening of entertainment – these Georgia ghosts tours are sure to get you into the spooky spirit! Northeast Georgia...

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Go Retro in Savannah, Georgia

Doing Beats Seeing When You Go Retro in Savannah, Georgia USA –A chat with Mark Thomas, The Thunderbird Inn, Savannah, Georgia Against its background of staid and important history, Savannah, Georgia...

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Best New Restaurants in Atlanta to Try this Fall

Expedia Viewfinder and Explore Georgia joined efforts to celebrate some of the newest restaurants in Atlanta this autumn. Georgia has a sense of charm, especially during the fall, and there’s no better...

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Georgia’s Spookiest Places

The sight of brutal hand to hand combat during the Civil War, Pickett’s Mill Battlefield is no stranger to tragedy. Open to the public, battlefield visitors have reported the sound of strange moans and...

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7 Ways to Experience James Brown’s Georgia

A hotbed for arts and culture, the colonial city of Augusta, Georgia, has been welcoming guests since 1736 and continues to do so with artistic and historic points of interest and easy accessibility...

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A Guide to Georgia’s Covered Bridges

Auchumpkee Creek Covered Bridge in Thomaston: Built in 1892 and rebuilt in 1997, Auchumpkee Creek Covered Bridge measures 96 feet long with a town lattice truss. The bridge is not open to traffic....

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6 Historic Homes That Really Know How to Deck the Halls

‘Tis the season to deck the halls of Georgia’s historic homes! Stop by these stunning homes for a healthy dose of holiday cheer. Callanwolde Fine Arts Center in Atlanta: Tour the 27,000 square-foot...

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5 Georgia Hotels Serving Thanksgiving Meals

Why worry about cooking & cleaning when someone else can do it? Start the holiday season with a stress-free meal at one of these fine Georgia restaurants. A Bountiful Thanksgiving at The Ridges...

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6 Can’t-Miss Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Georgia

It’s time to ring in the holiday season with joy, cheer and giant Christmas trees! Get in the holiday spirit at these community tree lighting ceremonies. December 2nd: Bring the whole family to the...

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These Georgia Cities Are Filled with Holiday Spirit

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – the Christmas season in the South! There’s nothing like coming home for the holidays, and if you’re looking for family festivities guaranteed to warm your...

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11 Ways to Celebrate the 75th Anniversary of “Gone with the Wind”

Before there was Brad and Angelina, there was Scarlett and Rhett. Explore Georgia to celebrate 75 years of this quintessential Hollywood classic. SPECIAL EVENTS Atlanta Movie Tours will offer their...

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FREE Holiday Events Happening This Weekend

Get in the holiday spirit at these FREE events! Friday, December 12th: Children can search for the fabled Yule Log during the Yule Log Celebration at Reynolds Nature Preserve in Morrow. Other...

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Walk in a Winter Wonderland at Fernbank Museum

It is, without a doubt, the best time of year to be at Fernbank Museum. With 35 trees provided by consulates and cultural groups from around the world, three display cases and, of course, the Fernbank...

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5 Holiday Date Nights in Georgia

Heat things up in the cold winter months with these romantic holiday dates. Roast s’mores over an open fire, walk through dazzling holiday light displays, take in a holiday show and ride your favorite...

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Top 10 Georgia Conservancy Trips for 2015

Since 1967, the Georgia Conservancy has been guiding trips across the state that showcase Georgia’s imperiled natural resources and provide the public with the opportunity to advocate for their...

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9 Holiday Traditions Outside Atlanta

From train rides to light displays, Georgia is full of holiday traditions! December 19th & 20th: Climb on board the SAM Shortline for a holiday train ride through southwest Georgia! SAM Shortline...

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5 Reasons to Ride the Santa Train in Blue Ridge

Santa or his helpers show up a lot of places every December, but I had never met one with a big entourage until riding the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Train buffs might delight in the century-old depot...

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7 Unique New Year’s Eve Celebrations in Georgia

These New Year’s Eve celebrations put the Times Square Ball Drop to shame. Up the Cup in Savannah: Countdown the final seconds of 2014 as Savannah raises a six foot to-go cup to the New Year. The “Up...

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