Tag: History
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Double Take on the Smoky Mountains, NC: From Family Trips to Couple Escapes
Great Smoky Mountains NP Blue Ridge Parkway Cherokee Harrah’s Casino Museum of the Cherokee Oconaluftee Village Unto These Hills Deep Creek Trail (3 Waterfalls) Mingo Falls Murphy River Walk Trail of Tears Buck Bald Brewing The Wood Bible Park Bryson City Smoky Mountains Railroad Swain County Visitor Center Sylva Cullowhee Judaculla Rock Nantahala National Forest…
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Niagara Falls, NY: Experiencing America’s Most Iconic Natural Wonder
Best Ways to See the Falls Niagara Falls State Park Goat Island and Luna Island Niagara Falls Illumination and Fireworks Niagara Adventure Theater Niagara Power Vista More Things to Do Nearby Where to Eat Where to Stay Few destinations in the world capture the imagination quite like Niagara Falls, New York. The name alone conjures…
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North Myrtle Beach & the North Strand: A Coastal Escape
The Same North Myrtle Beach, SC The Beach Bars & Restaurants The Dinks North Myrtle Beach, SC Barefoot Landing Golf Courses Cherry Grove, SC Calabash, NC Waterfront Dining Little River, SC Myrtle Beach, located on South Carolina’s eastern coast, is a top vacation spot renowned for its beautiful sandy beaches along the Atlantic Ocean. Stretching…
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Asheville & Foothills, NC: Top Things to See, Eat, Drink & Explore
Table of Contents Asheville Biltmore Estate Where to Eat Breweries Where to Stay Hendersonville Brevard Black Mountain Blue Ridge Parkway Linville Falls Chimney Rock State Park Lake Lure South Mountains State Park High Shoals Falls Pisgah National Forest Looking Glass Falls Sliding Rock DuPont State Recreational Forest Triple Falls Morganton Catawba Foothills Vineyards Tucked between…
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Discover Atlanta: History, Flavor, and Southern Energy
Downtown Atlanta Centennial Olympic Park World of Coca-Cola Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park What to Eat Atlanta Sports Where to Stay Midtown What to Eat Where to Stay Buckhead What to Eat Where to Stay Inman Park Virginia-Highland Little Five Points Atlanta BeltLine Atlanta Airport (ATL) Atlanta, Georgia’s vibrant capital, blends Southern charm…
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Discovering the Great Smoky Mountains National Park: A Complete Travel Guide
Table of Contents Clingmans Dome Cades Cove Laurel Falls Newfound Gap Road Oconaluftee Visitor Center Cataloochee Valley The Great Smoky Mountains National Park, straddling the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, is one of America’s most beloved natural treasures. Known for its misty mountains, diverse wildlife, and rich history, the park attracts millions of visitors…
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Double-Take on Ireland: A Land of Legends and Lush Landscapes
Ireland is a country where myth meets history and stunning natural beauty is never far from reach. Known as the Emerald Isle for its rolling green hills, Ireland boasts a rich cultural heritage shaped by centuries of Celtic tradition, Viking invasions, British rule, and a fierce pursuit of independence achieved in the 20th century. Today,…
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Slovakia Double-take: Castles, Culture, and Carpathian Charm
Tucked into Central Europe, Slovakia is a land of medieval castles, rugged mountains, and centuries-old folk traditions. Once part of the Kingdom of Hungary and later Czechoslovakia, Slovakia became independent in 1993, embracing its unique Slavic heritage. The country blends Austro-Hungarian influences with its own resilient identity, seen in architecture, festivals, and local customs. From…
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Cruising Glacier Bay National Park: A Tale of Ice, Wildlife, and Wonder
Tucked away in Southeast Alaska, Glacier Bay National Park is one of those rare places where raw wilderness still dominates the landscape. Spanning over 3 million acres, the park serves as a living laboratory of glacial activity, with massive ice rivers carving valleys and sculpting fjords. It was declared a national monument in 1925 and…
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Two Takes on Uptown Charlotte: Culture, Sports, and Skyline Views
Uptown is the central business district of Charlotte, bounded by the Bill Lee Freeway, Brookshire Freeway, and John Belk Freeway. Often referred to as the “heartbeat” of the city, it serves as Charlotte’s financial, cultural, and entertainment hub. The layout of Uptown dates back to the 18th century when Charlotte was founded at the crossroads…