Southern Byways

Happy summer! Don’t let the gas prices get you down – take advantage of the deals you can find at different destinations across the South.

The Chattanoogan is offering the “We’ll Get You Home Package” that includes deluxe overnight, a $25 gas card and valet parking as well as other amenities. The package is offered through September 30, 2008.

The Tremont House and and the Harbor House in Galveston, Texas, are offering a Strand Seaport weekday discount getaway package that includes admission to the Texas Seaport Museum, the Seagull II and the Pier 21 Theater. All three are within walking distance from …read more

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Considering a trip to Orlando, Fla. this summer? Don’t do anything until you visit their official website. Here, you’ll find information on special online offers, discount tickets and special value offers.

And speaking of Florida, specifically to the residents of the Sunshine State, the Greater Ft. Lauderdale CVB is promoting what is becoming known in the travel industry as “stay-cations,” that is travel in your backyard, with their “Pack Your Bags, We’re Staying Home” promotion. Check out their website for the latest residents-only specials.

Don’t wait any longer to book your beach trip. ResortQuest is offering a summer special package, “Gas Up …read more

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Can you believe that the start of the summer travel season is only days away? Perhaps you don’t have anything planned yet, or maybe you’re waiting to see what happens with gas prices. If you aren’t motivated to make any reservations, here is something to get you started – hotel deals. From gas credits to an extra night free, you can find ways to travel in the South and keep your wallet happy.

USA Today ran an article about gas deals offered by hotels and resorts throughout the nation. Be sure to check out the deals in the Southeast.

The Sandhurst, on …read more

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The summer is almost over, but not quite…
I’m just not quite ready to let it go and tomorrow I head out for a week in Chicago and I’m going to make the most of it. But, if I can save a few pennies here and there, I will have more to spend somewhere else! So, it’s time for a little link love and the topic today is saving money while on holiday. Here’s what I found.
Belt Black Shopper I counted 15 different ways to save money while on holiday. And if you use even most of them, you are going …read more

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I can remember getting ready to go back to school and how exciting it was to stock up on a new wardrobe. Unfortunately, in those days, we weren’t treated to sales tax holidays, so we really missed out. But you can take full advantage of the offerings. I was amazed to see just how many items were on the list!
“G.S. 105-164.13C provides an exemption for certain items of tangible personal property sold between 12:01 A.M. on the first Friday in August and 11:59 P.M. the following Sunday. For 2007, the dates are Friday, August 3rd through Sunday, …read more

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Now wouldn’t this be a great little souvenir to take home with you. I can’t tell you how many little goodies I have picked up on my travels that look great at the time, but the minute I get them home, I ask myself… what was I thinking??
As nice as sea shells are for collecting, you can only feature so many of them… or so my husband tells me!! And then there all of those menus from restaurants that I seem to have collected on my last trip. I’m talking clutter here!!
Lavender Closet Sachet-3 pack

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One of the best things about the south is their beaches and hopefully with a little work, I can tone up before I step onto one of them. Did I ever tell you that my daughter does sit-ups every night and she has a flat stomach! If it can work for her, it can work for me.
It must be something to do with getting older and not working quite so hard at it. Yeah, that must be it!
Price: $14.99

Info on… The Sit Up Bar

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Just finished reading this article and sadly, none of the southern airports made the list, but while they might not have made “THE LIST”, I have never had a problem finding something to buy… ever!! Just ask my husband. He can vouch for me!
So, what are some of the items that you have picked up while waiting for a plane??

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Luckily for me, I haven’t lost anything major while traveling, but apparently other people have. Just take a look at that camera!
That’s just a sampling of what has been found, and if you are in the Scottsboro area, you just might want to prowl the store that occupies more than a city block!
The store is located at:
509 West Willow Street, Scottsboro, Alabama 35768.
The phone number is 256-259-1525.
We’re open
Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CST
Saturday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. CST
Closed Sundays.
Now does that look like a fun day or what?? Just think of the bargains …read more

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You have decided to head south in March, but how do you go about finding the best prices on hotels?? Are there any tricks that you should know? Is there a way to get a lower price?
That’s where NexTag comes in very handy. You choose your destination, tell them how much you would like to pay and they do all the work for you… online. And if you find a hotel that you particularly like, they will see who is offering it at a lower price. I just checked out a hotel in Orlando, Florida and the …read more

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