If you’re an animal lover, a Pennsylvania getaway is perfect for you. The first zoo in the United States calls Philadelphia home, as well as zoos in Erie, and the zoo and aquarium in Pittsburgh. Of course the animal lover who also loves the open outdoors will find nature in all her splendor at many Pennsylvania vacation destinations with an abundance of activities like camping, hiking, horseback riding, climbing, star gazing and spelunking. The extensive expanse of underground caves throughout Pennsylvania is mind-blowing to the first time cave explorer, and enticing to the experienced spelunker. Or head for higher elevation in the mountains, where at night, the sky is so clear, the constellations shine their magical shapes to light your way as the fresh air relaxes, refreshed and recharges you.

Keep the wind in your hair as you play a few rounds of golf, catch a sporting event, or cheer your favorite car at the [...]

Whether you seek the hustle and bustle of the world’s busiest city, or the peaceful serenity of a quiet waterfall, every square mile of New York State is beckoning you with adventure for your next New York vacation getaway. There’s so much to love about New York, you’ll run out of time before you run out of ways to enjoy yourself.

If you’ve been to New York City, then you know it’s true that this city never sleeps: art, music, fashion, shopping, clubbing, theater, sports, and entertainment of all sorts, at all hours, is non-stop in the Big Apple. It’s been this way since the first days of America, when explorers, merchants and colonists from abroad made their way into the world’s busiest port. From the first New York minute, ideas of about life, culture, politics and religion have caught like wildfire, and still to this day set the pace that the rest of the [...]

Hendersonville is an ideal travel destination in NC.From the cutting-edge, can’t-miss fare of dozens of independent restaurants to the agricultural sensibility of the largest apple producer in NC, and with world premiere Broadway-quality performances at the Flat Rock Playhouse and the oldest traditional Appalachian Street Dances in America, Hendersonville brings that same careful balanced of innovation and tradition to the local beer scene.

It’s no wonder that Sierra Nevada—one of the top craft breweries in the nation—chose the area for their new state of the art brewery that’s a mecca for any craft beer aficionado. Smaller operations like Basic Brewery (the newest addition to the Hendersonville craft brew scene), Blue Ghost Brewing (named for the one-of-a-kind Blue Ghost Fireflies that call the area home) and long-time local favorite Southern Appalachian Brewery each put their own special twist on their unique brews. Sanctuary Brewing Company, it the heart of downtown, partners with local animal rescue organizations [...]

South Central TN is fun.

March 4,5,11,12,18,19- High School Musical on Stage at the Staar Theatre & Center for Arts in Pulaski, TN www.antoinettehall.com March 12 -Elk Valley Crafters Annual Spring Craft Show at LCHS 9 am – 5 pm www.elkvalleycrafters.com  March 12 – Milky Way Farm Hayride & Easter Egg Hunt from 1 pm – 4 pm www.milkywayfarm.org  March 12 & 19 – A House in Mourning at the Lairdland Farm House, 10 am – 5 pm www.lairdlandfarmhouse.com  March 17-26 – Annual Fabulous 50’s Show at Ninth Grade Academy in Fayetteville. Tickets 931-433-3933.  March 19 – Celebrating Spring with a Daffodil Flower Show & Tree City USA in Bell Buckle, TN www.bellbucklechamber.com  March 20- Bridal Fair from 1-4pm Rippavilla Plantation, Spring Hill www.rippavilla.org  March 25 & 26 – Annual Blooming Arts Festival in Linden www.bloomingartsfestival.org  March 25 & 26,April 1&2 – STAAR Theatre presents “Rope” a play about a murder case. Pulaski, TN www.antoinettehall.com [...]

Nights are softer than a whisper in Georgia country, and her vacation spots and tourist attractions become such a part of you each time you travel there, she beckons you to return, time and again. So on your quest for the perfect Georgia vacation getaway, let us be your travel guide to a heaping helping of Southern Hospitality.

There are so many great books, films and songs that tell the tale of this major historic Southern State. When one thinks of the Old South, the vision conjured by scenes set on a 19th century plantation vary little from the scenes you’ll see as you travel Georgia tourist attractions today. The alumni of world-renowned musicians, authors, and poets who call The Peach State home pay tribute to Georgia’s immense power to inspire, and you will too. So if you’re looking for attractions that will allow you to become refreshed, renewed, and recover from “burn out,” there [...]

There are many caves systems in the US, but our tour guide says the best spelunking is found in the abundant collection of caves located in right in the heart of the USA, especially in Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky and Tennessee. Opportunities are abound for guided tours and rides through caves systems. Or, at many locations, you can don a hard hat and head in on yours own.

Cave exploration is fun year-round activity in every season and for people of every age. Whether you explore solo, as a team, or with the whole family, there’s something quite magical and unforgettable about touring caves and caverns. For those who choose to explore on foot, walking, climbing, sliding and shimmying may be required to complete the cave path of your choice. The staff at your favorite destination and their website will be sure to tell you what to expect, so you can decide your level of [...]

Garden of the Gods and Rim Rock Recreational Area is the jewels in the crown of the beautiful Shawnee National Forest of southern Illinois.

Garden of the Gods and Rim Rock/Pounds Hollow Recreational area are two must see locations on the eastern side of the Shawnee National Forest of Southern Illinois. Both are located just off Karbers Ridge blacktop 30 minutes from Harrisburg. Garden of the Gods consists of spectacular overlooks and views of unusual rock formations. One formation, known as Camel Rock, and will be featured in the America the Beautiful Quarter Program representing Illinois in 2016. Garden of the Gods has been listed in “USA Today” as one of “Ten Great Places to Get Nature on Film”. There are two main trail systems. The “Observation Trail” is a .25 mile stone path featuring some of the most well known formations. The view [...]

Whether you’re looking for one-of-a-kind art, wine, or antiques, or exploring the great outdoors, Trails to Adventure in Southernmost Illinois can take you there.

The trails begin in the rolling Southern Illinois countryside where you can sip your way along and discover truly surprising and authentic wine culture on the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail.

Bed and Breakfasts dot the region and are great launching pads for wine tasting, hiking or biking enthusiasts. Cabins in the area can offer a secluded getaway.

An old railway converted bike path, The Tunnel Hill State Trail is a 45-mile trail winding through farmland, thick woods, lush wetlands and a tunnel for which it was named.

Nearby, the Shawnee National Forest offers, hiking, horseback riding, rock climbing, and some of the best fishing around along with 5 miles of interconnecting trails and the popular Observation Trail where breathtaking views can be found.

You won’t want to miss the Garden of [...]