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The original honeymoon dress worn by Scarlett O’Hara in “Gone With the Wind” is one of the items of memorabilia that is displayed in a museum in Marietta dedicated to the timeless classic.

Touring the museum, taking a trolley ride with a narrated history of the area, dinner on the square and then taking a pedicab ride around downtown and a enjoying a hearty gourmet breakfast were highlights of a recent visit to the charming Southern town. [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 »] 

Antebellum homes, expansive gardens and lots of history are found in Newnan, while nearby Senoia features a charming small town that has been the backdrop for numerous television and film productions. [Full Story »] 

North Georgia residents don’t have to go too far to find beautiful mountain countryside with plenty of outdoor adventures.

Thrillseekers come to Rabun County to test their skills against the powers of nature through kayaking and whitewater rafting. Other outdoor adventures include hiking, biking, horseback riding, golf, hunting, fishing, canoeing and camping. [Full Story »] 

Visitors to the North Georgia town of Toccoa will find beautiful countryside, antique shopping and a wonderful history museum on the area. [Full Story »] 

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 »]