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A sampling of things to do in Atlanta, Georgia

East Atlanta Village – walk around the neighborhood and enjoy the overall funky vibe. You’ll find great bars, restaurants, boutiques, and plentiful street art to admire! Flat Shoals & Glenwood Ave Atlanta, GA 30316 Paris on Ponce – right on … Continue reading

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Drinking around Atlanta, Georgia

The Vortex Bar & Grill 438 Moreland Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 Beyond the wild exterior is a dark and dive-y space. The drinks are cold and the chili is hot, but if burgers are your thing this is the … Continue reading

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Eat your way through Atlanta, Georgia

Buford Highway International Farmers Market 5600 Buford Hwy NE, Atlanta, GA 30340 Walk around the aisles of this gigantic indoor market and sample a plethora of international food items from warm tortillas with verde sauce to wonton soup, while listening … Continue reading

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Atlanta Area Green Spaces

Quintessential walk: Piedmont Park A slice of nature in the big city, designed by the son’s of Fredrick Law Olmsted. This is where you retreat from the concrete jungle to throw a ball on the field, walk around the lake, … Continue reading

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An afternoon on Tybee Island

Island life, what could be better? The drive out to Tybee Island alone is worth the visit. Scenic wetlands as far as the eye can stretch, such a very beautiful sight to see. Our first stop on the island was … Continue reading

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Skidaway Island State Park, Savannah Hike

On a cloudy day, a hike at Skidaway Island State Park [52 Diamond Causeway, Savannah, GA 31411] was a perfect activity. The visitor’s center is great! A replica of a 20-food giant ground sloth mingles with many current examples of … Continue reading

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Sandfly BBQ, Savannah Eats

There’s just something so right about southern barbecue. Sandfly BBQ [8413 Ferguson Ave Savannah, GA 31406] is a little spot is a quiet part of the city with ample parking in the lot. Step inside and you’ll find a quirky, … Continue reading

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Narobia’s Grits and Gravy, Savannah Eats

Breakfast here is the real deal, a serious greasy spoon. Walking into Narobia’s Grits & Gravy [2019 Habersham St, Savannah, GA 31401], it is no frills, but who needs frills when you have biscuits? Take a seat at a little … Continue reading

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How to spend a day in Historic Savannah

I dreamed of the southern city by the sea, warm with palms, oaks, and Spanish moss…With one day to explore Historic Savannah I had to plan the perfect itinerary. Wear a good pair of walking shoes and get ready to … Continue reading

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A trip to South Carolina & Georgia

March is probably my least favorite month in New York. Cold and snow are expected in December, January, February. By March, we’re over the hump of winter and you let your guard down when you get a few warm spring … Continue reading

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