Nestled on the slope of Sunset Mountain in North Carolina is a huge granite stone resort with a red roof that has been a haven for travelers for more than 100 years. It’s a place to relax, reconnect with family and friends and enjoy the natural beauty of the area. At The Omni Grove Park Inn, visitors will find majestic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and the city of Asheville.
When the inn opened in 1913, secretary of state William Jennings offered the following comments at the opening banquet, “Today, we stand in this wonderful hotel, not built for a few, but for the multitudes that will come and go. I congratulate these men. They have built for the ages.” His words ring true today as return visitors and first-time guests enjoy not only the beauty of the area but the heritage of this historic resort. It has been a destination for 10 presidents and many celebrities and famous people, including Harry Houdini, Will Rogers, George Gershwin and Helen Keller. The history of Grove Park Inn is told throughout the resort with photos and special displays. Guided history tours are also offered.
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Meandering through Sautee Nacoochee
A drive through the scenic Sautee Nacoochee is a treat in itself. The rolling hillside, mountain top views and landscape that is picturesque year-round provide for a relaxing way to spend a day exploring.
A few stops on our journey should include:
•Old Sautee Store is a great place to stop and shop. I left with some of the wonderful cheese and crackers they are known for, as well as a cute owl ring. You will also find local items and other unique gifts. It’s such a quaint looking store that you will also be snapping a few photos of the old-fashioned wooden structure. [Full Story »]
A few stops on our journey should include:
•Old Sautee Store is a great place to stop and shop. I left with some of the wonderful cheese and crackers they are known for, as well as a cute owl ring. You will also find local items and other unique gifts. It’s such a quaint looking store that you will also be snapping a few photos of the old-fashioned wooden structure. [Full Story »]
Family fun at Wilderness at the Smokies
A huge indoor wave pool where children and adults alike will delight in jumping and splashing around… Exhilarating twists and turns through tunnels before splashing into the pool below…Surfing as more than 19,000 gallons of forced water per minute provide the sensation of riding an ocean wave.
These are just a few of the water adventures awaiting guests at the amazing Wilderness at the Smokies resort in Sevierville, Tenn., where you will find the Smokies’ largest year-round indoor water park. For even more water fun, the resort offers two outdoor seasonal water parks with a lazy river and a huge slide among the options offered.
Wilderness at the Smokies is the perfect family vacation destination. There is no need to even leave the property as you will find all you need at the huge resort. Several dining options, shopping, a huge arcade, pottery painting, snack bars, an Adventure Forest Family Center and luxurious mountain-style lodging are all offered at the resort. [Full Story »]
These are just a few of the water adventures awaiting guests at the amazing Wilderness at the Smokies resort in Sevierville, Tenn., where you will find the Smokies’ largest year-round indoor water park. For even more water fun, the resort offers two outdoor seasonal water parks with a lazy river and a huge slide among the options offered.
Wilderness at the Smokies is the perfect family vacation destination. There is no need to even leave the property as you will find all you need at the huge resort. Several dining options, shopping, a huge arcade, pottery painting, snack bars, an Adventure Forest Family Center and luxurious mountain-style lodging are all offered at the resort. [Full Story »]
Culinary adventures found in Clarkesville
Nestled at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, you’ll find the quaint, peaceful, and friendly town of Clarkesville. On a recent visit, I was amazed at the quality of the arts community, the history, and the fine dining right at my fingertips.
I’d been driving through the town for 30-plus years, but I never realized all the city has to offer until I settled in for a weekend visit. As I strolled along Washington Street, I found an array of unique shops, art galleries, and locally owned and operated fine dining restaurants.
THE ATTIC
When my friend and I arrived at The Attic, we were welcomed and seated by the owner, Jay Kim. Once we had our menus, he put us in the good hands of our server, Sarah. She was sure to tell us all the specials for the evening and make suggestions. We took her advice on several menu items and had a delicious meal in this stylish dining establishment. [Full Story »]
I’d been driving through the town for 30-plus years, but I never realized all the city has to offer until I settled in for a weekend visit. As I strolled along Washington Street, I found an array of unique shops, art galleries, and locally owned and operated fine dining restaurants.
THE ATTIC
When my friend and I arrived at The Attic, we were welcomed and seated by the owner, Jay Kim. Once we had our menus, he put us in the good hands of our server, Sarah. She was sure to tell us all the specials for the evening and make suggestions. We took her advice on several menu items and had a delicious meal in this stylish dining establishment. [Full Story »]
Dining adventure at Bernie’s Restaurant in Sautee Nacoochee
Some things are destined to be. One of those being a vacation jaunt to Sautee Nacoochee by a woman named Bernie Yates.
“I came here on vacation, never to leave,” she said recently. “I just fell in love with the area.”
That was more than a quarter of a century ago, and Bernie did more than take up residence in this White County town. For 13 years, she had been looking for a bed and breakfast spot and she found one in scenic Sautee Nacoochee.
“I walked in here and in five weeks, it was done,” she said.
This year, Bernie’s Restaurant and Nacoochee Valley Guest House will celebrate 25 years of serving patrons from near and far. The home, built in 1920, offers fine dining and a bed and breakfast with magnificent views, beautiful gardens and a warm friendly atmosphere you'll want to return to again and again. [Full Story »]
“I came here on vacation, never to leave,” she said recently. “I just fell in love with the area.”
That was more than a quarter of a century ago, and Bernie did more than take up residence in this White County town. For 13 years, she had been looking for a bed and breakfast spot and she found one in scenic Sautee Nacoochee.
“I walked in here and in five weeks, it was done,” she said.
This year, Bernie’s Restaurant and Nacoochee Valley Guest House will celebrate 25 years of serving patrons from near and far. The home, built in 1920, offers fine dining and a bed and breakfast with magnificent views, beautiful gardens and a warm friendly atmosphere you'll want to return to again and again. [Full Story »]
Escape to Lucille’s Mountain Top Inn & Spa where ‘relaxation meets the mountains in North Georgia’
As you travel up the winding driveway, surrounded by trees and natural beauty of the area, you begin to leave your stresses behind you. When you get to the top and see the scenic retreat awaiting you at Lucille’s Mountain Top Inn & Spa in Sautee Nacoochee, you are totally relaxed and ready to soak up the panoramic mountain views that are breathtaking year-round.
Inside the inn, we were greeted with Southern hospitality by Edward, who had us settled in quickly. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the inn provides all of the comforts of home in a luxurious mountain setting.
We felt at home right away and were soon heading on the back porch to sit on a rocker and enjoy the beauty of the area. We also enjoyed visiting in the cozy living room area and popping into the dining area for coffee or a soft drink. With the warmer weather during our stay, we also enjoyed sitting outside overlooking the mountains and checking out the fish pond outside our room. [Full Story »]
Inside the inn, we were greeted with Southern hospitality by Edward, who had us settled in quickly. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the inn provides all of the comforts of home in a luxurious mountain setting.
We felt at home right away and were soon heading on the back porch to sit on a rocker and enjoy the beauty of the area. We also enjoyed visiting in the cozy living room area and popping into the dining area for coffee or a soft drink. With the warmer weather during our stay, we also enjoyed sitting outside overlooking the mountains and checking out the fish pond outside our room. [Full Story »]
'Once' to be presented March 4-9
“Once,” a new musical based on the Academy-awarding film, will be presented at the Fox Theatre March 4-9 as part of the Fifth Third Bank Broadway in Atlanta 2013-2014 season.
“Once” tells the story of an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, their unexpected friendship and collaboration evolves into a powerful but complicated romance, heightened by the songs they create together.
For ticket information, go to www.foxtheatre.org.
“Once” tells the story of an Irish musician and a Czech immigrant drawn together by their shared love of music. Over the course of one fateful week, their unexpected friendship and collaboration evolves into a powerful but complicated romance, heightened by the songs they create together.
For ticket information, go to www.foxtheatre.org.
Family fun in Pigeon Forge, Tenn.
Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show, Comedy Barn great fun for family vacation
BY ANGELA GARY
In the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains is Pigeon Forge, Tenn., where you will find fun family-oriented shows and attractions that will delight all ages. Two must-see shows that provide old-fashioned family fun that will leave you laughing, cheering and clapping along are the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show and the Comedy Barn.
Pigeon Forge is a great destination for North Georgia residents as it’s an easy and enjoyable drive through some beautiful country-side. It’s great for a few days get-away or a week-long adventure. [Full Story »]
BY ANGELA GARY
In the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains is Pigeon Forge, Tenn., where you will find fun family-oriented shows and attractions that will delight all ages. Two must-see shows that provide old-fashioned family fun that will leave you laughing, cheering and clapping along are the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Show and the Comedy Barn.
Pigeon Forge is a great destination for North Georgia residents as it’s an easy and enjoyable drive through some beautiful country-side. It’s great for a few days get-away or a week-long adventure. [Full Story »]
‘Million Dollar Quartet,’ coming to The Classic Center Theatre
The Broadway musical, “Million Dollar Quartet,” inspired by the electrifying true story that brought together four rock icons, is coming to The Classic Center Theatre Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 7:30 p.m.
The international Tony® Award-winning musical is set on Dec. 4, 1956, when an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together. Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll” who was responsible for launching the careers of each icon, gathered the four legendary musicians at the Sun Records storefront studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The resulting evening became known as one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions in history.
“Million Dollar Quartet” brings that legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring timeless hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Ring of Fire,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “See Ya Later, Alligator,” “Fever,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog” and more.
When the Broadway production opened in April 2010, critics and audiences leapt to their feet in unanimous praise. The New York Times called the show, “a buoyant new musical that whips the crowd into a frenzy,” New York Magazine labeled it, “a dazzling raucous spectacle that sounds like a million bucks,” and NY1 called it, “90 minutes of platinum grade entertainment.”
“Million Dollar Quartet” won a Tony Award® for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical and received a Tony Award® nomination for Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical.
The performance is fourth in The Classic Center Theatre’s 2013-2014 Broadway Entertainment Series.
Visit ClassicCenter.com to buy tickets, call 706.357.4444 or stop by The Classic Center Theatre box office at 300 N. Thomas Street in downtown Athens.
For more information on the show, visit MillionDollarQuartetLive.com.
Located in Athens, The Classic Center is a multi-use conference center and 2,100 seat theatre hosting conventions, conferences, meetings, weddings, concerts and special events.
The international Tony® Award-winning musical is set on Dec. 4, 1956, when an auspicious twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together. Sam Phillips, the “Father of Rock ‘n’ Roll” who was responsible for launching the careers of each icon, gathered the four legendary musicians at the Sun Records storefront studio in Memphis for the first and only time. The resulting evening became known as one of the greatest rock ‘n’ roll jam sessions in history.
“Million Dollar Quartet” brings that legendary night to life with an irresistible tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations featuring timeless hits including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Ring of Fire,” “That’s All Right,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “I Walk the Line,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “See Ya Later, Alligator,” “Fever,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Hound Dog” and more.
When the Broadway production opened in April 2010, critics and audiences leapt to their feet in unanimous praise. The New York Times called the show, “a buoyant new musical that whips the crowd into a frenzy,” New York Magazine labeled it, “a dazzling raucous spectacle that sounds like a million bucks,” and NY1 called it, “90 minutes of platinum grade entertainment.”
“Million Dollar Quartet” won a Tony Award® for Best Performance by a Featured Actor in a Musical and received a Tony Award® nomination for Best Musical and Best Book of a Musical.
The performance is fourth in The Classic Center Theatre’s 2013-2014 Broadway Entertainment Series.
Visit ClassicCenter.com to buy tickets, call 706.357.4444 or stop by The Classic Center Theatre box office at 300 N. Thomas Street in downtown Athens.
For more information on the show, visit MillionDollarQuartetLive.com.
Located in Athens, The Classic Center is a multi-use conference center and 2,100 seat theatre hosting conventions, conferences, meetings, weddings, concerts and special events.
Wonderful cuisine found along Georgia’s coast
BY SHERRY LEWIS
Fresh local seafood, creative delicacies and southern hospitality abound on St. Simon’s Island. During a recent trip to this lovely island off the coast of Georgia, I will admit I found some of the best of the best without leaving the state.
FREDERICA HOUSE
When I drove up to Frederica House, it reminded me of a cozy retreat or a beach cottage of years gone by, with white cedar planks that resembled weathered driftwood. With the warm greeting as I arrived, I felt as if I’d stepped into the home of a good friend. It’s no wonder the restaurant has been pleasing the appetites of the locals and tourists for more than 25 years. It’s the hospitality, the high quality ingredients and the expertly cooked food that make this a must for a visit to St. Simon’s Island. [Full Story »]
Fresh local seafood, creative delicacies and southern hospitality abound on St. Simon’s Island. During a recent trip to this lovely island off the coast of Georgia, I will admit I found some of the best of the best without leaving the state.
FREDERICA HOUSE
When I drove up to Frederica House, it reminded me of a cozy retreat or a beach cottage of years gone by, with white cedar planks that resembled weathered driftwood. With the warm greeting as I arrived, I felt as if I’d stepped into the home of a good friend. It’s no wonder the restaurant has been pleasing the appetites of the locals and tourists for more than 25 years. It’s the hospitality, the high quality ingredients and the expertly cooked food that make this a must for a visit to St. Simon’s Island. [Full Story »]
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