Caroline Eubanks

The town of Dublin, Georgia, founded in 1812, was named for its counterpart in Ireland. There are countless opportunities for outdoor recreation, and the town is "painted green" for a month-long St. Patrick’s Day Festival in February and March. The town was the site of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s first public speech as a young high schooler. The thriving downtown has a number of unique shops and a relaxing bed and breakfast. It features award-winning restaurants like Deano's Italian and Company...

Set among the Golden Isles, Jekyll Island was settled in 1733 as the Georgia Colony and was later known as the playground for the rich and famous. The Federal Reserve system was planned at the Jekyll Island Club, which was also the site of the first transcontinental phone call. Today, it sits a short drive from Savannah, with more than 10 miles of beaches, a historic landmark district, golf courses and state park-protected land. It also houses a sea turtle rescue center and has been the filmi...

There are over 10,000 state parks in the United States, and each of them offers something unique. But only one of them has mermaids. The mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park have welcomed generations of guests at one of Florida’s oldest, and quirkiest, roadside attractions. Since the 1940s, these ladies (and gentlemen!) have performed underwater acrobatics using a specialized hose for oxygen. The Weeki Wachee mermaids have been on hiatus while renovations were completed at the park, bu...

What better way to beat the summer heat than by visiting one of Georgia’s water parks?
Margaritaville at Lanier Islands
The Water Park at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands opens every May as another way to enjoy the lake with mat racing slides, a zipline and water activities for little ones.
Six Flags White Water
Six Flags White Water in Marietta, outside of Atlanta, is a longtime favorite with nearly 70 acres of slides, tube rides, and a wave pool.
SoakYa Water Park at Lake Winnepesaukah
At L...

Step back in time with the speakeasies that survived Prohibition, as well as modern cocktail bars that take their inspiration from the time period.
Once called “The Great Experiment,” Prohibition outlawed alcohol in the United States starting in January 1920. But efforts began to pass this legislation started after the Civil War and slowly picked up steam over the years, state by state. As of January 1919, a whopping 36 of the 48 states had ratified it, partially thanks to radical women like ...

What happened here?
Caroline Eubanks
Feb 8
Investigating my drugging ten years later.
It wasn’t the first or last night of my twenties where some of the events were hazy. I was an amateur drinker, only a few months from my first alcoholic beverage. I’d been a judgmental teetotaler in high school but tried a Clemson-orange beer at a party a few weeks into college, away from the rules of my conservative parents.
I soon became more comfortable, trying vodka, which would soon become my drink of c...

What sets Savannah apart from so many other Southern cities is its layout. The streets are in a grid format, usually surrounding small parks called squares that are usually centered around a statue of a notable Georgian. Chippewa Square is known as the site of the Forrest Gump bus scene, even though the bench no longer sits there. Johnson Square was the first to be established in the city, while Oglethorpe Square honors the city's founder. And while not a "square," Forsyth Park is Savannah’s ...

Outdoor arts festivals are one of the best family-friendly activities in Georgia and they’re usually free to attend.
Atlanta Dogwood Festival
The Atlanta Dogwood Festival is held every April in Piedmont Park and features a juried art competition, arts and craft vendors, performances, and food and drink. It's Atlanta's oldest outdoor event and features views of the skyline framed by blooming trees and flowers.
International Cherry Blossom Festival
The International Cherry Blossom Festival in M...

Atlanta is often referred to as the “Hollywood of the South” because of the many television and movie projects filmed in the city and its surrounding communities. Its streets are frequently used to portray other cities – and even other planets – and it’s not uncommon to see a celebrity dining out or signs marking an active production. But those aren’t the only places to see if you’re a fan of the movies – Atlanta is full of iconic filming locations that you can visit without being an actor.
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If you love an organized bag, don’t let packing a duffel bag intimidate you. Just because there’s one compartment doesn’t mean you should toss in everything randomly! We have a packing strategy to get your duffel shipshape.
Travel is not one size fits all, so neither should be your luggage. Not every trip is suitable for a rolling suitcase or traditional backpack—that’s where duffel bags save the day. You might find that these bags are best for longer trips, expeditions, and even moves! They ...

In the 1800s, European settlers made their homes on former Creek lands, then called Rock Mountain and New Gibraltar. Now known as Stone Mountain, the town served as a stagecoach hub, centered around the iconic monolith. The mountain quickly became a tourist attraction with an observation tower and nearby hotels and restaurants. Stone Mountain also was home to a quarry that supplied granite to the locks of the Panama Canal and the steps at the U.S. Capitol. The downtown area, Stone Mountain Vi...

Known as the Carpet Capital of the World, Dalton was founded in the 1800s in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Cherokee tribes set up their capital nearby but were removed on the tragic Trail of Tears. The area was also home to Civil War battles, and historic landmarks representing both of these times still exist. The reputation as the home of major carpet companies now extends to all floor coverings, including vinyl flooring. Dalton has downtown shops and restaurants as well as ann...

Atlanta, Georgia, is a sprawling metropolis so it can be overwhelming to think about getting from Point A to Point B. But there are plenty forms of transportation to help you get around, whether you’re visiting for a big event or a weekend vacation. We’re sharing our insider tips on the best ways to explore the city.
Airport Transportation
Don’t be intimidated by Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the world’s busiest. It’s set up with spokes along a straight line so you can eit...