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…
You will be exploring the past, present, and future of Women’s Basketball when you visit the Hall of Fame in Knoxville, Tennessee. Located at 700 Hall of Fame Drive, you know you have arrived when you see the world’s largest basketball. It measures 30’ tall and weighs 10 tons. Parking is free at the WBHOF….
Have you been to the Chattanooga Library lately? I recently had a tour of the downtown location and was amazed at how much more than books it was. I did know a lot went on but seeing it in person and having a tour brought so much to life for me. And to find out…
When you think of Chattanooga, the song “Chattanooga Choo Choo” will come to the minds of many. Maybe we didn’t ride the Choo Choo, but we did Ride a Train at the Tennessee Valley Railroad and it brought back memories of riding a train out of Chattanooga when I was about 7 years old. Have…
Exploring the history of country music is a great way to understand how it has progressed over the years. Now is the perfect time to see I’ve Endured: Women in Old-Time Music Special Exhibit at the Birthplace of Country Music Museum it’s gone at this location. There are plans for this to become a traveling…
I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream. And my favorite comes from just up the road from Chattanooga. To me, Mayfield Dairy Farms makes the BEST!!!! With a little extra time as we headed up to North Carolina, it worked out to make a stop at the Mayfield Visitor Center in Athens,…
If you are looking for THINGS TO DO IN MEMPHIS, here’s my top ideas to get you started. When you say Memphis, what comes to mind? Elvis? BBQ? The Blues? That’s at the top of most people’s list, but I’m going to fill you in on a few more things to do in Memphis. I…