Southeast

Endeavored as the Sunshine City, St. Petersburg is known for its pleasant climate and white-sand beaches. Situated within Florida’s bay coast, the city is a famous tourist locality of the …

On the West Coast, Florida’s Cape Coral is nestled between Fort Myers and the Gulf of Mexico. It is an outstanding vacation destination that invites visitors to kick back, relax, …

Atlantic Beach, Florida, in Duval County, is part of the Jacksonville Beaches communities. And it’s a pretty awesome “suburb” for Jacksonville residents or visitors to enjoy.  In town for a …

Neptune Beach, Florida, part of Duval County, part of the Jacksonville Beaches communities, retains its own unique flare. In town for a conference, we stayed at the One Ocean Resort …

The city of Greensboro is somewhat of a target for adventurous travelers looking to experience everything it has to offer. The Greensboro restaurants scene represents the very best of North …

Visit Raleigh, NC, and eat your way through this diverse city. Whether it’s a special date night or just relaxing, Raleigh has plenty of great restaurants to explore.  The beautiful …

Baltimore is a major tourist and residential destination in the Southeast and is often referred to as the “San Francisco of the South.” It is one of the most active …

On the streets of Richmond, Virginia, I realized I could live here forever. It’s a wholesome city with a beautiful entanglement of greenery, history, waterfalls, and the massive James River …

Asheville is a food lover’s paradise. Some of the city’s restaurants are nestled in cool art deco buildings that never faced the wrecking ball due to the Great Depression. The …

I’ve been coming to Kissimmee since I was a very little girl. My parents, who honeymooned at nearby Clearwater when Walt Disney World was still being built, made WDW our …

If you’re looking for beautiful homes, welcoming front porches, a superb lifestyle, and recreational amenities along peaceful and tree-lined streets, you need to visit Celebration, Florida. Because along with all …

I never thought I would say this but, yes, there are dozens of reasons why one should visit Fredericksburg, VA. Vacation rentals and hotels with waterfalls as well as scenic …

Williamsburg, VA is more than just a living museum – it is also a historical college town that offers many delights to its visitors. The first thing you’ll notice is …

When choosing the best Knoxville restaurants, you will find many local eateries throughout the city in Eastern Tennessee showcasing southern cooking elevated by fresh, locally sourced ingredients.  After a full …

Legend has it that Disney Springs was settled in the mid-1800s by a cattle rancher who discovered the town’s namesake springs and the town subsequently expanded from the springs outwards. …

Spartanburg, SC, is known for its blossoming spring, cozy rains, and warm winters. It’s a city of slow candlelight dinners, colorful nature reserves, kids’ playgrounds, and an abundance of history.  …

As a state with many contrasts, Georgia is a beautiful place to visit. Visitors that step foot here can visit the state’s dazzling modern architecture and natural attractions, which range …

Named after the famous revolutionary French nobleman Marquis De Lafayette, Fayetteville is a historic city with a profound military background and a traditionally warm culture contrasted with a delightful modern …

Alabama is called the heart of dixie and has wonderfully diverse agriculture with produce in season throughout the year. From herbs, pecans, and sweet potatoes in January to citrus, persimmons, …

The northernmost isle on North Carolina’s Outer Banks (OBX) boasts the East Coast’s tallest sand dunes, Orville and Wilbur Wright’s First Flight, and family fun. This barrier island, known as …

Nestled in a sweet spot halfway between New York and Florida is Florence, South Carolina. This charming southern town was once known for being at the intersection of three railways …

Fayetteville, North Carolina, is called “America’s hometown” and filled with patriotism, history, fun, and great Fayetteville NC restaurants. In terms of population, the town stands at about 213,000, and the …

Sweet Home Alabama! At least you could call it home for a weekend. Do you wonder what this town offers? If so, let me guide you through the entire experience. …

Richmond’s craft beer culture is booming these days. The metro area is home to more than 30 breweries. If you’ve had a long day at the beach and the sun …

Come visit Banner Elk and experience it for yourself! I can’t wait to show you what makes Banner Elk the High Country’s best-kept secret. From breathtaking views to exhilarating adventures, …

Have you ever wondered what Charlotte is famous for? You probably would never guess, so I am about to help you. You will find the best BBQ places in Charlotte.  …

Elegant, charming, and enchanting. These are just a few words we often use to describe Charleston, South Carolina. Despite earthquakes, fires, hurricanes, and Yankee bombardments, Charleston remains one of the …

Sanibel Island is connected to mainland Florida by a three-mile-long causeway extending into the Gulf of Mexico from Fort Myers. On one side of the causeway, you’ll see the rolling …

A tiny hamlet in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Banner Elk is “sandwiched” (note the clever pun in this article about the best Banner Elk restaurants) between Beech Mountain on one …

Welcome to my hometown of West Jefferson, NC, located in Ashe County and known as the “Coolest Corner in North Carolina!” Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains and bordered by Virginia …

Consistently ranked one of the top island destinations in the U.S., Hilton Head is renowned for its wide, pristine beaches, world-class golf, scenic parks, bike trails, and picturesque coastal wetlands. …

Sitting in a waterfront restaurant on Daniel Island, looking at the peaceful Wando River in front of the newly developed Daniel Island Waterfront, it is hard to believe that in …

Lexington, North Carolina is known as the “Barbecue Capital of the World.” People from all over head to Lexington for authentic “Que.” Now, there are different kinds of North Carolina …

Located on Sand Key, a barrier island between the Gulf of Mexico and the intercoastal waterway, Indian Rocks Beach (IRB) is a short drive from both St. Petersburg and Tampa. …

Dining out in Boone NC restaurants these days is quite different than, let’s say, ten years ago. Once a sleepy university town, it has swelled in growth and evolved into …

Flavorful food is fragrant and abundant at every turn in the stunningly captivating small town of Bainbridge, Georgia. The assortment of best Bainbridge GA restaurants truly caught me by surprise, …

Charlotte’s culinary scene is booming. While Southern food and barbecue are still favorites, the overall food scene is becoming bigger than ever. You can literally taste the world in Charlotte …

Aquamarine waters glitter as they slide over fine, white sand. Palm trees sway in the breeze, refreshing cyclists and beachgoers alike. Marco Island is a lesser-known haven in South Florida, …

Every year millions of travelers bound for the Blue Ridge Parkway begin the journey in North Carolina’s Queen City and gateway to the high peaks, Charlotte. The Blue Ridge Parkway …

Summerville, “The Flower Town in the Pines,” is situated about 26 miles from Charleston in South Carolina. Various Summerville SC restaurants rely heavily on Lowcountry cuisine, which has a culinary …

The village of Blowing Rock, in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, was established in the mid-1800s by Scotch-Irish colonists, hunters, and trappers as a stop on the mountain …

Fabulous food will fuel your fun as you discover all there is to enjoy in the lovely little town of Madison, Florida. Madison FL restaurants left quite the impression on …

You will find the town of Floyd atop a Blue Ridge Mountain plateau, on a rolling piece of land, elevation 2,500 feet. You’ll become aware of this interesting little factoid when you …

We call Dana Point Southern California’s sleepy beach town. For years, we’d drive through and see the exit signs on our way further up the California Coast, never giving any …

Chapel Hill, North Carolina, home to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, is not only one of the most beautiful small towns in the U.S., but also home …

The first time my husband and I visited the Outer Banks we knew it was special. We experienced white-sand beaches, crystal-blue waters, islands, ferry rides (the only mode of transportation …

If you haven’t been paying attention, then this will come as a surprise to you to learn that Richmond, VA has become a foodie haven in the last ten years. …

Cartersville, Georgia, a town of 22,000 people in North Georgia, and its surrounding area can prove Native American habitation as far back as 650 A.D. Hernando de Soto explored there …

When the pundits talk about the best cities in Florida for foodies, they mention Miami, Tampa, and Orlando, all large cities where tourists storm a variety of attractions. Just across …

Amelia Island is the northernmost barrier island on Florida’s Atlantic coast. Only 13 miles long and 2 miles wide, the charming unspoiled isle isn’t as well-known as other Florida seaside …

It certainly doesn’t have the instant recognition of Greenville, SC, or Asheville, NC, both nationally known foodie towns nearby. And considering it was only two years ago that a development/redevelopment …

Children playing on the beach complete with sounds of an osprey hunting for fish to feed its newly hatched chicks. As the sun sets over the majestic Chesapeake Bay, you …

Mooresville, North Carolina is a town rich in history dating back to the 1700s. Between the 19th and 20th centuries huge cotton plantations, cornfields, and tobacco farms sprawled across the …

Can a relatively small city in North Alabama really be a foodie destination? Can there really be enough great Decatur Alabama restaurants to make them worth an article here? Ask the …

Many know the Atlanta area as the corporate home of Coca-Cola, the birthplace of Martin Luther King Jr., or the host of the 1996 Olympic Games. But what many don’t …

St. Augustine, America’s oldest city, exudes charm and genteel Southern grace. It’s almost as if this magnificent city-by-the-sea, with its brick-paved walkways and coquina-shelled buildings, has been untouched by time. …

Helen, Georgia is a tiny town nestled into the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Georgia. Yet, this Bavarian-themed hamlet of fewer than 500 people attracts almost 2 …

The Jackson restaurants, MS seriously impressed me. I already knew I loved Southern food and I assumed with Jackson being located not far from the Gulf there would be good …

Wondering where to eat in Fredericksburg, Virginia? Check out this list of my favorite Fredericksburg restaurants! My sister lives in neighboring Stafford (I’ve covered our favorite Stafford restaurants already if …

Wondering where to eat in Stafford, Virginia? Check out my list of the 7 Best must-try Stafford restaurants! Stafford isn’t a well-known culinary destination. In fact, most of the restaurants …

Last month, I judged the World Food Championships for a second time and then spent weeks eating my way through Orange Beach. From seafood dishes to burgers and BBQ, I’ve …