Tag: Movies
Destination Downton Abbey
Downton Abbey: We've Been Expecting You
The worldwide phenomenon Downton Abbey becomes a grand motion picture event this fall as the beloved Crawleys and their intrepid staff prepare for the most important moment of their lives. A royal visit from the King and Queen of...
Mall of America [UPDATE]
Bloomington, Minnesota is home to the No. 1 tourism attraction in the United States.
The shopping mecca offers plenty of grownup fun even if you don’t (gasp!) like to shop.
By Hope S. Philbrick
When the Mall of America opened in 1992 it had its share of...
Introduction to Georgia [Itinerary]
Two weeks is all it takes to fall in love with the southern state we call home.
Wondering what to do in Atlanta? What to do in Georgia? Here are our top picks for a get-to-know-Georgia tour, whether it's your first-ever visit, a deeper exploration...
5 Fan-tastic Georgia Film Tours
Atlanta Movie Tours and other Georgia Tours focus on movies and the state's film industry.
The state of Georgia is now the No. 1 filming location in the world.
Tours have popped up around the state to help fans find the spots where some favorite shows...
“Dirty Dancing” Weekend at Mountain Lake Lodge
Carry a watermelon. Hold the frame. Shake your maracas. Never let anybody put you in the corner. Most of all, smile and have the time of your life.
By Hope S. Philbrick
Shortly after arriving in Pembroke, Virginia, I was standing at the Mountain Lake Lodge...
Mountain Lake Lodge [a.k.a., the “Dirty Dancing” resort]
Stay and play in Giles County, Virginia…you might have the time of your life.
By Hope S. Philbrick
Mountain Lake Lodge feels familiar, even if you’ve never been there before. There’s good reason for that: It played the part of Kellerman’s Resort in the movie Dirty...
Don Gibson Theatre
Shelby, North Carolina celebrates music legend, hosts nationally touring acts.
By Hope S. Philbrick
The Don Gibson Theatre is housed in a historic Art Deco movie house that was built in 1939. It now stages performances by nationally touring jazz, country, blues, rock & roll, bluegrass...
CinéBistro
A movie theater in Atlanta's Brookhaven neighborhood earns our top honors: 21 Plus Salute!
By Hope S. Philbrick
CinéBistro at Town Brookhaven offers an adult-oriented cinematic experience with luxurious amenities such as reserved seating in plush and over-sized leather seats and full-service in-theater dining.
Why settle for...
Hop-On Hop-Off London Bus Tour
Tour the United Kingdom's capital riding atop a double-decker bus.
By Carrie Whitney
The image of a double-decker bus is synonymous with London, England, but in...
Bed & Breakfast Accommodations in South Carolina’s Old 96 District
Story by Hope S. Philbrick
Photos courtesy Old 96 District
Sponsored by Old 96 District
Located in the western part of South Carolina bordering Georgia, South Carolina’s...
Come Find Bourbon
There’s a fresh, new answer to the common question of where to stay when exploring Kentucky Bourbon Country, thanks to the tourism commissions of...
Sea Island Forge Kettles
By Hope S. Philbrick
Sea Island Forge, based in St. Simons Island, Georgia, is sparking new traditions in backyards nationwide with its kettles.
Every Sea Island...
Eat Up the SC Hammock Coast
By Hope S. Philbrick
The Lowcountry, the U.S. East Coast ecosystem shared exclusively by South Carolina and Georgia, is home to spectacular scenery (in every...
Lagarde American Eatery
By Hope S. Philbrick
Sometimes, you want a hurricane.
Not the destructive storm. The drink.
The New Orleans cocktail so famous it can be recognized by its...
TownPlace Suites Marriott Parkersburg WV
By Hope S. Philbrick
Rarely does a hotel deliver on a promise almost immediately as you step through the guestroom door for the first time....
Rock ‘N’ Taco
By Hope S. Philbrick
Feed your fantasy and live out your rock star dreams at Rock ‘N’ Taco in downtown Roswell, Georgia.
With a soundtrack of...
Bourbon Country [2019 Update]
Savor America’s Native Spirit
Loop through Kentucky on a road trip that promises adult fun, picturesque views, learning opportunities, tasty treats, and freebies
By Hope S....
Inn to Inn to Inn: Hiking in Shenandoah National Park
One luxurious way to hike part of the Appalachian Trail in Virginia.
By Hope S. Philbrick
Recently, I hiked 30 miles in three days.
It ranks as...
Rent a Houseboat in the U.S.A. [Exclusive]
By Hope S. Philbrick with additional reporting by Katie DeTar
Two years ago, in the course of researching this story for Simply Buckhead magazine, I...
Mall of America [UPDATE]
Bloomington, Minnesota is home to the No. 1 tourism attraction in the United States.
The shopping mecca offers plenty of grownup fun even if you...
“Dirty Dancing” Weekend at Mountain Lake Lodge
Carry a watermelon. Hold the frame. Shake your maracas. Never let anybody put you in the corner. Most of all, smile and have the...