Caroline Eubanks

Blackbeard is the most well-known pirate to roam the Seven Seas. This year is the 300th anniversary of the end of his reign of terror, celebrated throughout the U.S.
November 22, 2018, is the 300th anniversary of the death of infamous pirate Blackbeard, who trolled the Caribbean and the colonies, including the modern-day Carolinas. He is part of the cultural lexicon and lore for his rumored buried treasure and iconic facial hair. Originally a privateer, a sort of captain for hire, he...

Called the “Queen City of the Mountains,” Gainesville, Georgia, was settled in the 1800s by European settlers. It hosted 1996 Olympic rowing and kayaking events on the 38,000-acre Lake Sidney Lanier. Nearby Road Atlanta, a world-renowned road racing course, hosts the Petit LeMans every year. Downtown Gainesville has countless shops, restaurants and attractions, including science and nature centers, arts galleries and Civil War landmarks.
Things to Do
Drop a line and stay awhile in Gainesville...

Officially settled in the 1950s, Peachtree City has been named as one of the best places to live in the United States. It boasts more than 100 miles of paved golf cart paths, which is the way most locals get around. The area has been captured on film, including hits like "Spider Man: Homecoming" and "Fried Green Tomatoes." The thriving downtown has plenty of local shops and restaurants.
Things to Do
Golf Cart Tours
See the city through with Golf Cart Paths Through Peachtree City, a tour compa...

While Atlanta may have been Martin Luther King Jr.’s hometown, it’s not the only place he left his mark in Georgia. Jan. 19, 2019, marks Dublin’s 25th anniversary MLK Parade, which runs through downtown with more than 175 floats, making it the second largest in the state. While you’re there, be sure to stop by Martin Luther King Jr. Monument Park, featuring a mural that honors Dr. King. It's located across the street from First African Baptist Church, where he gave his first speech when he wa...

The retail, dining and residential complex we know as Ponce City Market opened in 2014 in the old Sears, Roebuck & Co. building, which dates back to 1926. Sears used it as both a retail store and regional headquarters, bringing in thousands of jobs before moving out in 1979.
The building was home to City Hall East in the 1990s before it was purchased by developer Jamestown. Connected to the Old Fourth Ward and the Atlanta BeltLine, this building – encompassing more than 2 million square feet ...

The Creek Indians were the first inhabitants of the area that would later become known as Macon, settled by Europeans in 1809. Named for North Carolina statesman Nathaniel Macon, the economy thrived thanks to the Ocmulgee River. A number of colleges and universities were set up nearby, including Wesleyan College and Mercer University. In the 1960s, it was ground zero for the music industry thanks to Capricorn Records and artists like the Allman Brothers Band and Otis Redding.
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The...

Welcome to Dahlonega!
Site of the first major U.S. Gold Rush and the Heart of Georgia Wine Country, Dahlonega offers an authentic, mountain getaway only an hour north of Atlanta. Our guests and locals alike enjoy outstanding arts and gold medal wineries, original architecture and gold history attractions, a Golden Bear signature golf course and the University of North Georgia with its signature gold steeple. As a destination hub in the heart of the North Georgia Mountains, Dahlonega plays hos...

It’s the most wonderful time of year – and one of the best times to be in Atlanta, Georgia. There’s no shortage of activities to get you into the holiday spirit, whether you’re traveling with your significant other, your family, or your friends. Here’s what to add to your list.
With Your Significant Other
Romance is in the air as you cozy up with your loved one during the holiday season in Atlanta. Share your love as you walk the stalls at the Christkindl Market at Atlantic Station, which is ...

Located in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Rome takes its name from the city in Italy. Originally inhabited by local Native American tribes, the city was founded in 1834 and became an important industrial center. Home to Berry College, Rome has a passionate arts community and a great variety of outdoor recreation opportunities with its riverside location.
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Berry College
Explore this town's natural surroundings, starting with the lush campus of Berry College, which was ...

Established along the Savannah River in 1736, Augusta was once home to cotton production, which helped it become the state's second largest city. These days, much of the city's industry surrounds the medical fields and technology, thanks in part to nearby Augusta University. The city is home to Augusta National and the Masters golf tournament as well as the birthplace of legends like James Brown. A thriving arts community, plentiful outdoor exploration and locally owned restaurants only add t...

My rusty borrowed bicycle made it down the hill to the entry point, but the journey to the trailhead was just the beginning. I was spending a few days on Ometepe, a volcanic island in the middle of a lake in Nicaragua, in the middle of rainy season. The images I’d seen of breathtaking sunsets never materialized and my opportunity to leave on the ferry was dashed when I realized that a national holiday made it next to impossible to reach the terminal. So I grabbed a mountain bike from my guest...

Historic downtown Covington is known as a film town, home to locations from "The Dukes of Hazzard," "In the Heat of the Night" and, most famously, "The Vampire Diaries," along with 60 films. The thriving downtown has locally owned boutiques, antique stores and restaurants. Settled in 1822 by European immigrants, several antebellum structures were spared from Sherman’s March to the Sea during the Civil War. The Newton County Courthouse is the area’s most iconic structure, listed on the Nationa...

The North Georgia mountain town of Ellijay is quintessentially charming, welcoming visitors with its hiking trails and lake. Heritage apple orchards make the town known as Georgia’s Apple Capital. Settled in the 1830s, it was a remote area until the arrival of the Marietta and Northern Georgia Railroad brought in the timber industry. The name comes from the Cherokee word Elatseyi.
Things to Do
Ellijay is an outdoor lover’s wonderland. Go hiking and mountain biking on area trails, pick up seas...

Douglas County is a short drive from downtown Atlanta, making it the perfect day trip for film fans. The Douglas County Film Trail is a self-guided tour through the area’s notable film and television locations. For the full experience, watch the movies and television shows before you go to have an idea of what you’ll see. Take photos at each location, reenacting the notable scenes in front of the film trail markers. A car is necessary for this trip.
Atlanta to Lithia Springs
9 a.m.: Start you...

Georgia has a legacy of being used for its filming locations for decades, and some of the biggest hits used the destinations of Douglas County in southwest Atlanta. The film commission began drawing in productions back in 1993, long before the city was nicknamed the “Hollywood of the South.” Visit some of its most popular locations on the Douglas County Film Trail, a self-guided tour found through their website.
Old Douglas County Jail
This decommissioned jail has been a useful backdrop for m...