Juneteenth is one of the most important holidays in American history. Celebrated annually on June 19, it commemorates the day enslaved African Americans in Texas learned they were free, more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln signed the Emancipation Proclamation. Since becoming a federal holiday in 2021, Juneteenth celebrations have expanded across the…
Atlanta is one of the most visited cities in the South, welcoming millions of visitors every year through Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. As someone who was born and raised in Atlanta, I’ve watched the city grow into a destination known for sports, food, history, entertainment, and culture. If you only have 36 hours in…
Most people automatically think about flying or driving when planning a trip. However, there are times when taking the bus can be the better option. A few years ago, I needed to travel from Atlanta to Charlotte for a conference and didn’t feel like driving. After comparing prices, Greyhound ended up being the…
Taking a cross-country road trip was always one of my biggest travel goals. Back in 2013, a travel companion and I finally made it happen. We drove across the country, visited several cities, attended sporting events, explored local attractions, and created memories that I still talk about today. We had no idea how much…
Miami is one of the most popular Memorial Day Weekend destinations in the country. Between the beaches, nightlife, concerts, restaurants, and nonstop events, thousands of people travel to South Florida every year for the holiday weekend. I have personally been to Miami during Memorial Day Weekend twice, and it is definitely an experience….
A few years ago, I attended a wedding in Costa Rica. I started looking for flights a few months in advance to save money. The two lowest prices I found were $298 and $550 for a round trip. Delta Air Lines was charging $550, while Spirit Airlines was charging $298. That’s a big difference….
Spring break is one of the biggest travel periods of the year, especially for college students and young travelers looking to escape cold weather and relax for a week. Popular destinations across the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean see huge spikes in tourism during March and early April. According to the American…
Atlanta has one of the busiest sports calendars in the United States. From NFL and MLB games to college football matchups and NASCAR weekends, some of the best sporting events in Atlanta happen year-round. Some nights feel casual and familiar, while others build into something people plan their whole weekend around. The mix of…