Tag: USA-South
Viking Mississippi Debuts August 2022
By Chris Chamberlain
Book future fun! For the first time, Viking is accepting reservations for cruises along the Mississippi River aboard the Viking Mississippi, a new ship that will start sailing in August 2022. America has its share of river cruising options, but most revolve...
Why Visit Greenwood, Mississippi
Greenwood MS is where "The Help" was filmed.
By Chris Chamberlain
The Mississippi Delta is a region that often gets overlooked by vacation planners, but it warrants grownups' attention. Bounded by the Mississippi River on the west and Interstate 55 on the east, the Delta may...
“The Deep End of Flavor”: New Cookbook by Chef Tenney Flynn
By Hope S. Philbrick
This year, New Orleans, Louisiana’s GW Fins was ranked #7 in the Top 10 Best Fine Dining Restaurants In the Country in TripAdvisor’s Travelers Choice Awards, and OpenTable’s 100 Best Restaurants In America.
Tenney Flynn, chef and co-owner of GW Fins, is...
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 downtown restaurant’s PR representative for a comment about the city’s BBQ scene, she asked me what others I’d be including....
Houseboat Rentals 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 learned that only one company in the entire state of Georgia offered overnight houseboat rentals.
Here, I posted an inside scoop...
21 Point Inspection for Accommodations [NEW]
By Hope S. Philbrick hotel inspection
From the day we launched Getaways for Grownups, we’ve consistently featured hotels and resorts. We will continue to do so: We know that wherever you go and for whatever reason you’re going there, accommodations can set the mood for...
2019 Chevy Traverse [Test-Drive]
By Hope S. Philbrick
The best work trips combine work and play. Same is true of a vehicle. The Chevrolet Traverse erases the distinction, making every journey pleasant no matter its purpose.
On a recent round-trip drive between Atlanta, Georgia, and Lafayette, Louisiana, the Traverse proved...
All-American Road Trip to Memphis, Tennessee
Chevrolet asked if we’d like to drive a Chevy Tahoe to Memphis for the World Championship Barbecue Cooking Contest.
Of course, we said yes.
By Hope S. Philbrick
My dad always said that when opportunity knocks you have to answer the door. So when a PR firm...
Can’t Miss Taste Fests [Update]
Love to sample tasty sips and bites? Get these adults-oriented food and drink events on your calendar.
By Hope S. Philbrick
As any Southerner worth his sweet tea knows food is important and celebrating it is just good sense and good fun.
As a food and...
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...
Mixed Case: Sheltering Sips (3 of ?)
Our Mixed Case series serves up an eclectic mix of recent ‘adult beverage’ discoveries by the dozen.
Whether you’re perusing a bar menu while traveling...
Titan Farms Peaches: 2020 Cocktail Creation
There’s a little tradition around my house: Every summer I receive a box of peaches from my friends at Titan Farms and South Carolina’s...
Brewferm: DIY Belgian Beer
By Hope S. Philbrick
Whether you’re an experienced homebrewer or simply hoping to increase your at-home beer supply during the pandemic, look to Brewferm.
Brewferm is...
Mixed Case: Sheltering Snacks 2
Our Mixed Case series serves up an eclectic mix of recent taste discoveries.
By Hope S. Philbrick
This column typically features ‘adult beverages,’ but while sheltering...
Road Tested Picnic Gear: Mermaid Straw & Rigwa Bowl
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, picnics are climbing up the list of fun things to do. Packing up a lunch or snacks to eat...
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...
Houseboat Rentals 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...
“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...
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...