Southern Byways

In my previous Tales from the Road post, I mentioned how you shouldn’t miss out on visiting the Aquarium when you’re in Chattanooga. Additionally, you shouldn’t skip out on seeing Ruby Falls and Rock City as well (for the adventurous, there’s the Incline Train.)
The Enchanted Garden of Lights at Rock City during the holidays is a sight to see. Now, I also like going there during day, especially in the spring/summer time when I can walk the trails, but honestly, there’s just something special, almost magical, about Rock City during the holiday season. 
The event is scheduled through January …read more

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There’s no doubt about it, Chattanooga, Tenn., is my second favorite destination in the South. Not only just because it’s close by, but also the fact there is so much to do for a city its size. Trust me when I say that you’ll never be bored in Chattanooga.
For instance, love art? There’s the Bluff View Arts District. Have children? Why not let them exert some energy while learning at the Creative Discovery Museum or if the weather is warm and nice, visit Coolidge Park. Don’t overlook the many ways to explore the history and outdoors of the area …read more

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On my brisk bike ride from Redfish Village to WaterColor and Seaside, I past by Grayton State Park.  Since I didn’t have a pressing agenda (I’m at the beach, after all), I decided to was going to explore it. And I’m glad I did.
After paying a $1 entry fee (remember, I was on a bike; it’s $4 for a car), I was taken aback by the park’s natural beauty. I know that I have talked up a blue streak about how pretty and old Florida like this area is, but it really doesn’t sink in until you’re at …read more

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I love to go exploring when I’m away, yet really don’t want to explore by car. So, I will walk or find another means of transportation. You can’t imagine how happy I was to find out that Redfish Village offers complimentary bike rentals.
So braving the cold and donning a stylish gray bike hat, it was time to hit the bike paths.
For those who aren’t familiar with the area, 30-A is about 20-miles long. At first, that may seem like a lot, but since the communities are close to each other and there is always something new to see, it’s …read more

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I’m somewhat of an outdoorsy-type person. When I say “somewhat”, I mean that never pass up an opportunity to go walking, hiking or just exploring the outdoors – especially when I’m on vacation. When I was at Redfish Village on Blue Mountain Beach (Beaches of South Walton/30-A in the Florida Panhandle), I had it planned out to go for a walk early morning and late evening. I also wanted to go bike riding if possible. So, when I heard about Yolo boarding – I knew it was something I just had to try. 
Perhaps I should’ve mention that I’m quite …read more

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By now you probably know that it’s physically impossible to keep me away from the beach.
This past weekend, I was back down heading back down south to my favorite place, the Florida Panhandle. This time I was going to be exploring the Beaches of South Walton, located along 30-A.
On this particular journey, my stop would be at Redfish Village, located in Blue Mountain Beach.
However, since I was back at the beach (can’t say that enough), I wanted to take my time and enjoy every minute. So, I decided I would stop places that caught my attention.
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Seems as if all I have done on my beach trip is eat. Which I guess isn’t that bad, but I did have the opportunity to enjoy Pier Park, walk (and relax) on the beach and take in a quick game of putt-putt.
However, food was a very important part of this trip, as it is with every trip.
You know, I’ve talked about lunch, dinner and now it’s time to discuss the most meal of the day – breakfast.
I’m going to introduce you to two different places in Panama City Beach. …read more

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It was decision time. Should I have she-crab soup from Firefly? Oh, wait a minute – look at those hush puppies at Pier 77! Now, those look good. Wonder if I can just have an order (or two) of those? There’s the Boatyard, but oh no, they didn’t bring their frozen key lime pie on a stick, but their shrimp and grits martini sounds quite interesting.
But wait -  there’s more to see.
Oh, look, there’s Hammerhead Fred’s, and what’s that over there? Someone serving the “original Krabby Patties.”
What …read more

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Last summer, I wrote about some of the new changes and attractions in Panama City Beach, and one of them was the opening of Pier Park.
 This shopping/entertainment complex just may be perhaps one of the best things to have opened in the area. It’s one of those places that you realize how much it was needed when you there walking around.
Pier Park is similar to Destin Commons, yet different as well. By that, I mean it has its own style and flare. Pier Park is divided into two sections: …read more

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