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Ave Maria Grotto
At first glance, sculptures throughout Ave Maria Grotto recall the human hands that built them. Look closer, and these figures may evoke tranquility that some say is often missing from today’s noisy, complex world.
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Bound for Bedford
If you visit Virginia’s Bedford County, you may be reminded of William Faulkner’s famous quote: “The past is never dead. It’s not even past.”
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Spartanburg, South Carolina
Historic Spartanburg, South Carolina, has pulled off an impressive transformation, transitioning from a mill town in the shadow of shuttered factories to being one of the coolest urban residential communities and weekend getaways in the Southeast.
Dance, Paddle & Sip Your Way Across Northeast Tennessee
In the northeast tip of Tennessee, rugged mountains shape daily life and most roads lead you to something interesting. It’s where events of the past are celebrated, and new stories are always welcome.
Jun 1, 2026
NPS / Victoria Stauffenberg
Following the Route of Revolutionary Greatness
Of all the grueling challenges that led to patriot victory in the American Revolution, the one I find hardest to fathom is the 330-mile dash in the fall of 1780 by 400 militiamen from Abingdon, Virginia.
Jun 1, 2026
Transylvania County
Transylvania County, with its cool, mild climate and over 90 inches of annual precipitation, is one of the most biologically diverse places on earth.
Mar 30, 2026
Hit the Crooked Road
The cry has gone out across the land: Too Much Screen Time! There’s an easy and oh-so-satisfying fix for that malaise. Just hit the road. The Crooked Road, Virginia’s musical heritage trail. And bring the kids.
Mar 30, 2026
Monte Sano
Imagine being in the middle of nature where wildlife and a canopy of hardwood forested trees abound. Now envision this scene just a few minutes from the center of Alabama’s largest city.
Jan 25, 2026
Photo courtesy Go to Louisville/Steve Crider
Welcome to the Artsy Side of Louisville
Baseball bats, bourbon and horse racing. Sure, Louisville, Kentucky, is known for all these things, but it’s also a city rich with culture.
Jan 25, 2026
Hidden Gems Polished by Loving Hands
There really are forest sprites, mysterious creatures who sprinkle their magic through the woods and delight all who visit.
Dec 1, 2025
Great Family Destinations
When my wife Elaine and I were young parents with grade school-aged youngsters, we vacationed at Bluestone State Park. We did the same with daughter Sarah and her husband some 15 years later.
Dec 1, 2025
