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...
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...
The Competitive World of Austin, Texas Barbecue
By Jill Gleeson
Just how heated is the competition amongst purveyors of Austin, Texas barbeque? Heated enough that when I reached out to a certain...
5 Reasons to Visit Wilmington, Delaware Right Now
By Hope S. Philbrick
If you’re like me, the mere fact that you’ve never before visited Wilmington, Delaware, is reason enough to book a trip.
While...
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...
Buzz-Worthy Berlin, Germany
By Jill Gleeson
It’s almost impossible not to love Berlin, Germany.
It should be disappointing—after all, it’s been the epitome of European cool for at least...
Monte Vista Boutique Hotel & Milton’s Cuisine & Cocktails [Second Location]
By Hope S. Philbrick
When you hear that the folks behind one of Atlanta’s best restaurants decide to take over a boutique hotel in a...
District M
By Hope S. Philbrick
One fast way to get someone to hate you is to go to a sushi restaurant and ask to be served...
Casi Cielo
By Hope S. Philbrick
A friend of mine fell in love with her now-husband when she stepped into his shed and saw how well he...
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....
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...
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...
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...
Chimney Rock State Park
By Hope S. Philbrick
In addition to how it seems to defy the laws of gravity, one of the most amazing things about Chimney Rock...