Southeast Travel

Learn about the Southeast and find fun things to do and see in Southern states like Georgia, Tennessee, Alabama, and the Carolinas.

The Ballad of Casey Jones

“Come all you rounders if you want to hear
A story ’bout a brave engineer,
Casey Jones was the rounder’s name
“Twas on the Illinois Central that he won his fame…”

“…Casey’s body lies buried in Jackson, Tennessee
Close beside the tracks of the old I.C.
May his spirit live forever throughout the land
As the greatest of all heroes of a railroad [...]

Visiting Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Perhaps one of Tennessee’s most visited places is the mountain town of Gatlinburg. Located convenient to the Great Smokey National Park, Gatlinburg has accommodations for up to 40,000 guests, despite being a town with a population of around 3,500. And, with its quaint shops, quiet bed and breakfasts, great restaurants and ski lodges there are plenty [...]

Myrtle Beach Dolphin Tours

Ever wanted to see dolphins up close?  If so then plan your next trip to the South Carolina coast for a Myrtle Beach dolphin watch tour.  I’ve had the pleasure of swimming with dolphins before when I was in the Florida Keys and it was a rush and a spiritual experience.   Of course, if you [...]

Surfside Beach, SC Pictures

We just got back from a few days in Surfside Beach and Myrtle Beach and updated the South Carolina Tourism site.  We try to get to each state every few months to take pictures and write on-site reviews and updates.  One new page added on this expedition is the Surfside Beach, SC pictures page.

If you have [...]

Surfside Beach, SC – Places to Eat

Surfside Beach is a great family destination and offers many good restaurants that have the distinct advantage of being smoke free – something rare in South Carolina (one of the most unhealthy states in America).  Because we appreciate the efforts this beach town has made to keep visitors and locals safe from second hand smokers we have [...]

East Coast Canoe & Kayak Festival

Don’t miss the East Coast Canoe & Kayak Festival in Charleston, South Carolina this weekend – April 16-18, 2010.  We’ll be there taking pictures and working on a review that we’ll share with you early next week.

Hope to see [...]

A Look into Georgia’s Past

The region of north Georgia is one rich in historic locations. Whether you are state history buff, tracing your Civil War roots or fascinated by the culture of the Native Americans, the northwestern region of Georgia offers many places to explore.

Native American Heritage

North Georgia is a great place to learn about Georgia’s earliest inhabitants.  From the Creek [...]

Georgia Jokes, Funny Signs, and More

Now you can find the best jokes, funniest pictures, and read about the best pranks every played in Georgia.  Our new Georgia humor section is still new, but as it grows you’ll see more and more funny stuff.  Now you can learn about Georgia and chuckle [...]