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Traveling through Middle Tennessee visitors will find Civil War sites and other historic stops, charming small Southern towns and other off-the-beaten track stops that are well worth a visit.

Clarkesville is Tennessee’s oldest incorporated city with architecture from the 1850s throughout the downtown area. The Customs House Museum and Cultural Center is a great place to start your visit to the town. You will find history and artifacts of the area of the town, as well as this area of Tennessee. Art, science and more are found in this former United States Post Office and Customs House building. [Full Story »] 

Spas, shopping and wonderful restaurants are found in Dunwoody, just a short one-hour drive from North Georgia, making it a perfect destination for a girlfriend get-away.

Our adventures during a recent three-day weekend included an afternoon at Spa Sydell getting pampered, an evening painting at Canvas by U and lots of shopping and dining.

We had so much fun at Canvas By U, where a group of mostly women all created a painting in only three hours. The subject was a geisha girl and it was so interesting to see how everyone’s paintings turned out differently. Some were neat and orderly, while others had swishes and swirls on the canvas.

“Your personalities come out through your painting,” our instructor, Beverly, said as she walked around checking out our work. “We are all going to come out with a different painting at the end of the night. [Full Story »] 

Watching movies all night long and scattering popcorn in the living room and then redecorating the Christmas tree. These are just a few of the adventures your Elf Magic might have during the night while the family is sleeping. This mischievous elf makes for some wonderful Christmas fun and is a tradition that is perfect for families. [Full Story »] 

Dancing toy soldiers and bears, a charming elf named Henry, a giant sparkling Christmas tree and thrilling solos, daring duets and the country’s best skaters combine to create a holiday revue that is not to be missed. “The Holiday Ice Spectacular” will be presented at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre through Dec. 24. [Full Story »] 

The twin turrets at the Medieval Times castle just outside of Atlanta will get guests into the spirit of royal days where kings and queens reigned and knights in shining armor swept princesses off their feet. [Full Story »] 

Wandering through a village that uses reconstructions of daily life in ancient times to understand the history, land and culture of Biblical times and then having a “Biblical meal” with authentic foods from Jesus’ Passover Meal, commonly called The Last Supper.

Spending a morning on the water as well-known fishing guide and television host Joey Mines gives you a nature tour of the lake. Enjoying an afternoon strolling through the pre-Civil War gardens at Hills & Dales estate and then touring the new Kia automotive plant.

These are just a few adventures awaiting visitors to Troup County, home of Lagrange and West Point. Only a couple of hours drive away, the area is an affordable destination with plenty of family-friendly activities. [Full Story »] 

A lavish hilltop resort located on one of San Antonio’s highest points offers an incredible view of the city and the Texas hill country, while providing a tranquil place for a get-way. The Westin La Cantera Resort is a great destination for your trip to San Antonio. It’s only 15 minutes from the downtown area and River Walk. Although there is so much to do at the resort that your vacation could easily be complete without every leaving the grounds. From golf to spa to shopping, La Cantera has it all.


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