Posted by
rich on Nov 1, 2011 in
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Shannon Guess
Helen, located in White County Georgia, is a wonderful place to spend the day or the weekend. Helen is a complete re-creation of an alpine village. This comes complete with cobblestone alleys and old-world towers. The town is known as German town because when you come into the town you feel...
Posted by
rich on Jan 5, 2011 in
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More than a dozen years ago, Dr. John and Martha Ezzard decided to change
their lifestyle and their careers, moving from medical and law practice
respectively to writing and wine growing — and all for the sake of saving
a family farm that had been in John’s family for five...
Posted by
rich on Jan 4, 2011 in
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Fernbank Museum of Natural History
fernbankmuseum.org.
767 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30307
Photo Courtesy of Bryant Upchurch
History comes alive at Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Explore cultural treasures, experience the thrill of a film in the IMAX(r) Theatre, enjoy science interactives and marvel...
Posted by
rich on Oct 17, 2010 in
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The antebellum houses of Milledgeville, Georgia is like stepping into an old movie or back into time. The preservation of the homes and the surrounding areas is simply amazing. There are so many houses, mansions, museums, and so much more to visit in Milledgeville. The preservation of history is ever...
Posted by
rich on Oct 17, 2010 in
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Ever read an Uncle Remus story? Or heard of Brer Rabbit? The Uncle Remus museum, located in Eatonton, Georgia, is a wonderful little hidden treasure. I happened upon this place after exploring the antebellum trails of Milledgeville and I am thrilled I did.
When I walked into the old cottage I was...
Posted by
rich on Oct 16, 2010 in
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Poole’s Mill Covered Bridge and park, located in Cumming Georgia, is a nice way to spend a day with the family. Parking and admission to the park is free. There is a nice playground for the children to enjoy. There is also a nice picnic area and a great place to get in the water and have a...
Posted by
rich on Oct 16, 2010 in
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The Lady and Son’s restaurant in Savannah, Georgia is by far my favorite place to eat-anywhere. Anyone who watches the Food Network knows of the owner, Paula Deen. I cannot go to Savannah without eating here. I’ve always hoped to be able to meet her, but she doesn’t seem to be at the restaurant very...
Posted by
rich on Oct 16, 2010 in
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The Savannah Safari is a wonderful way to keep the kids entertained while the adults take in the historic district in Savannah. This is a great way to learn all about the historic district and the many gardens and squares located throughout.
Savannah Safari is a company that offers a self-guided or...
Posted by
rich on Oct 16, 2010 in
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The Coca-Cola museum, located in Atlanta Georgia, is a great way to spend a few hours. If you love coke, and even if you don’t, this museum is fascinating. Parts of the museum are like stepping back in time. You will see Coke’s influence on many era’s as well as different...
Posted by
rich on Oct 16, 2010 in
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Centennial Olympic Park, located in Atlanta Georgia, is a wonderful day to spend the day with the family or alone. There are many things to see and do here. There are no admission fees but you will have to pay between $5-$8 for daily parking.
Before the park, there was a multi-block eyesore. This began to...
