Explore the American Southeast
The American Southeast is full of unique travel destinations, from natural wonders to archaeological sites to charming small towns. I grew up in Georgia and some of my favorite travel experiences have happened close to home.
Do you love finding hidden gems and secret spots? Is exploring nature high on your list? Do historical and archaeological sites give you a thrill?
Yes? Well then, you’re in the right place! You can read about all kinds of travel adventures on this website, but I tend to focus on little-known gems. Especially ones with historical significance or natural beauty.
Georgia
Travel doesn’t need to take you far from home. While I love traveling abroad (21 countries and counting!), one of my favorite things to do is explore my own backyard. And my “backyard” for most of my life has been the state of Georgia.
The Atlanta airport is the biggest and busiest in the world, but that’s not the only impressive thing about Atlanta. Here are some ideas for adventures in the Georgia capital:
Best Free Things To Do in Atlanta
Cabbagetown Street Art: Unique, Free Fun
Georgia has a lot of natural beauty to appreciate. See the following posts:
3 Epic Natural Day Trips from Atlanta
Georgia has a rich history of thousands of years. Check out the following historical sites:
New Echota, the Former Cherokee Capital
Exploring the Dahlonega Gold Museum
Visiting the Robert Tombs House
If you enjoy visiting small towns, then add these spots to your list.
Duluth, GA: 15+ Fun Things To Do
Juliette, GA: Home of Fried Green Tomatoes
Elberton, GA: Home of the (Late) Georgia Guidestones
And finally, are roadside oddities your thing? If so, you won’t want to miss the next post.
Best Roadside Attractions in North Georgia
Tennessee
Point Park, Chattanooga: Explore Civil War History
Ride the Incline Railway in Chattanooga
North & South Carolina
Cherokee, North Carolina is one of my favorite weekend getaways in the American Southeast. Visit Cherokee to learn about the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians . . . and enjoy beautiful mountain views.
If you like the beach, then consider visiting these two state parks on the South Carolina coast.
