Any country music fans out there? If you love country music and its history, then you are really going to love learning about Bristol, Tennessee the birthplace of country music. Nashville is the capital of country music, but not the birthplace, which seems to be a little-known fact. Let’s learn more about this interesting place,…
Flora Luna is a new way to experience the famous Rock City Gardens. It’s like visiting for the first time all over again. This one-of-a-kind experience held in the gardens at night will feature beautiful, colorful art installations, an original music score, and fantastic dining options. It’s an event designed for all the senses. I…
If you are any type of motorsports fan, attending an NTT INDYCAR SERIES race is one of the easiest ways to see it up close. Many are run in the streets of a city, so you can find seating – often reserved – or able to stand along the race in assigned areas. My first…
The Titanic Museum attraction in Pigeon Forge offers an amazing deep dive into one of history’s most iconic ships and the tragedy that befell it. If you’ve seen the movie, believe me, that’s just the tip of the iceberg, as it were. The museum offers visitors the true story of this magnificent, if ill-fated ship,…
The Hermitage offers meaningful travel experiences for Presidents’ Day, Black History Month and beyond. Travel industry trends are showing a growing interest in “experience travel.” This ranges from heritage travel to cultural and educational experiences that enrich our connections to places and historic sites. To do this at historically significant times of year makes the…
9/11/2001 – How much do you remember? Come From Away is a great musical based on how the residents of Gander, Newfoundland basically welcomed over 6,500 people to their town of 11,000 on that day. Most were stranded for about five days. A WINNER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED It’s coming to Chattanooga this weekend for three…
Have you tried glamping? The term means enjoying the benefits of camping but not “roughing it”. I fully admit to being a glamper and not a camper. We recently enjoyed glamping at Roamstead in the Smoky Mountains. Just about 15 minutes out of Gatlinburg, you are far enough away from traffic but can still enjoy…
When visiting Bristol, Virginia, staying at The Bristol Hotel has the feel of a big city luxury hotel. But you have the Southern Hospitality of a small town and the mountains in the background in this boutique hotel. Step out at the LUMAC Rooftop Bar for a view of the city, including the famous Bristol…