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A quaint North Georgia town gives visitors the opportunity to pan for gold, browse in charming shops and find outdoor adventure in a beautiful setting.

It was gold that put Dahlonega on the map as it was the site of the first gold rush in the United States and visitors can get a look at the history of the gold rush at a museum on the downtown square . The Dahlonega Gold Museum is located in the old Lumpkin County courthouse that was built in 1836 and used by the county government through 1965.
Crisson’s Gold Mine is a great stop to get a glimpse of the gold phenomenon. The business was operated by the same family for four generations until Tony and Tammy Ray purchased it in 1990. [Full Story »] 

Family adventure in Dawson County includes visiting a kangaroo conservation center, hiking the trail, horseback riding in the mountains, fishing, canoeing and kayaking, as well as visiting the Georgia Racing Hall of Fame to learn about stock car racing and spending some time shopping at North Georgia Premium Outlet Malls. [Full Story »] 

Getting pampered at the spa, soaking up some sun on an afternoon cruise, splashing around at the water park, taking in a round of golf or going on a horseback ride. Lake Lanier Islands offers all of this and more and is located only a short drive away. Instead of a four-hour drive to the closest beach, you can get a water adventure that is less than one-hour away. [Full Story »] 

Browsing through an old-fashioned general store, meandering through a museum filled with pottery from North Georgia artists, taking a swing around the dance floor at a community contra dance and enjoying some of the most wonderful cuisine were all part of a recent visit to the Sautee-Nacoochee Community. [Full Story »] 

“I promise with all my heart to give this special Cabbage Patch Kid my love and care and in every way possible be the best adoptive parent in the whole world.”

With this pledge, Arthur Holden, joined the Gary family. I was at the grand opening for the new Babyland General Hospital in Cleveland Mother’s Day weekend and fell in love with Arthur Holden. [Full Story »] 

Hiking through the beautiful countryside to amazing waterfalls; enjoying a bountiful Southern breakfast buffet or fresh trout for dinner; and relaxing during an overnight stay surrounding by mountains. These are among the highlights of a stay in one of North Georgia’s state parks. [Full Story »] 

Jekyll Island was once an exclusive destination where only millionaires could go for rest and relaxation in beautiful natural setting. The Rockefellers, Astors and Vanderbilts were among those who were members of the exclusive club. Non-members were not allowed to visit. [Full Story »] 

Mobile Bay is known for the USS Alabama Battleship that calls the area home, as well as the annual Mardi Gras celebration that focuses on family fun. These are two attractions that bring many visitors to town each year but there are so many more hidden treasures to be found in the Mobile Bay area. [Full Story »] 

Augusta, Georgia, is known for golf and soul musician James Brown but there is so much more in the Southern city that is the second oldest town in the state. A visit to Augusta is a visit back in time as history comes to life at the charming boyhood home of President Woodrow Wilson, the 100-year-old Partridge Inn, an art museum depicting Southern artwork and a fascinating museum filled with historic mementos and facts. [Full Story »]