Along the Alabama-Tennessee border where Davy Crockett used to hunt, there is a magical hike to a stunning waterfall. The trail to the Walls of Jericho is an out an back, 6.6 miles total with an elevation gain of 1350’ from the Alabama side. It’s a great challenge for beginners […]
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My biggest reason for stopping by Memphis was to visit the place where Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated. I wanted to learn more closely about one of America’s most iconic civil rights leaders and the movement surrounding him. See the balcony at the Lorraine Motel is where MLK was […]
The mighty Mississippi River is the longest in America and the city of Memphis, Tennessee sits alongside its banks. One of the best ways to get to know the great river is to visit Mud Island River Park in downtown. It’s an exact scale model of the lower portion of […]
The National Ornamental Metal Museum, colloquially called the Metal Museum is a hidden gem in Memphis. Detached form downtown it shakes the street traffic and the atmosphere was calm during my visit. A smithy and foundry are on site along with many artistic metalworks. Outside there is a sculpture garden […]
Located in downtown Memphis, Beale Street is the home of the Blues. Laden with nightclubs, BBQ restaurants, and rich in neon walking on Beale is a busy must-see American icon. The main blocks are closed off to traffic, creating an air of ease – but the street continues all the […]
Looking for a place to stay in Memphis, Tennessee? When it comes to accommodations for travel I’m not picky. I don’t have to stay at the fanciest hotel, it’s just a base to pass the hours between exploration. The Peabody Hotel in Memphis however, is a landmark I wouldn’t want […]
Soft, fresh, and traditional – Gibson’s Donuts is open 24/7 so it’s always the right time to grab dessert. If you’re into old fashioned donuts, you’ll be in heaven here. No crazy gimmicks, but you will find a great selection. Caramel, coconut, jelly filled, blueberry old fashioned, and most interestingly […]
Tired of the same old meat and sides when you go to a BBQ joint? Cozy Corner Restaurant in Memphis has intriguingly different and downright delicious options. Cornish hen and BBQ spaghetti sounded like a unique combo. The hen comes smothered in tangy sauce, the smoky meat packs more flavor […]
A historic travel corridor the Natchez Trace was carved by Native Americans and honed by American explorers. The Trace spans 444 miles and runs through three states starting from the south in the city of Natchez, Mississippi, heading briefly through Alabama, and ending in Nashville, Tennessee. Much of the old trace […]
Looking to bring something home for your friends, family, or just to remember your trip in Nashville by? Love to shop local? Pangaea is a veritable bohemian treasure trove. Sift through books by your favorite authors, find handmade knick-knacks, and one of a kind fashion pieces. From Frida to Buddha, […]
Downtown Nashville is absolutely dazzling with neon lights. It’s loaded with honky tonks, saloons, restaurants, and people! From girls on their bachelorette parties and country singers trying to make it big, you’ll see countless cowboy boots. No matter what your taste in music is, you can’t miss experiencing a night […]
A staple in Music City since 1879, Hatch Show Print has been printing posters, creating excitement, and selling shows for ages. Plastered on the sides of buildings those passing by would learn from these colorful posters about the circus coming to town, Willie Nelson’s next concert, and shows from one […]
Located in downtown in a gorgeous marble building from the 1930s that used to be Nashville’s main post office is the Frist Art Museum. It is the premiere space to experience the arts in the city. Admission is paid, but free for college students with school ID Thursdays & Fridays […]
The heat in Nashville is no joke, so stifling at times all you want to do is jump in the nearest body of water. Percy Priest Lake is that place, its perimeter lined with parks and resorts. Anderson Beach is off of Anderson Road, is a great and inexpensive place […]
From the urban parking lot filled with great assets such as skate park, swimming pool, and disc golf course, hikers should head under the colorful tunnel covered in murals into a natural wonderland. The expansive pedestrian bridge is a significantly cool feature, crossing the Cumberland River. The paved path, known […]