Your membership, gift membership, donations and volunteer efforts allow Friends of Georgia State Parks to support our park system and historical sites. You. You make this magic happen. Here are 11 things you probably didn’t know about Friends of Georgia State Parks…about why their efforts are so important.
From the spacious suites to the outdoor activities and ample amenities to the dining options, The Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake Oconee lives up to the Ritz-Carlton name with its attention to detail and superb customer satisfaction — even for the youngest of customers.
LaGrange, Ga is full of surprises, from a Bible history museum to a grand Callaway estate, and from 90+-year-old cherished hotdog restaurant to TLC’s Ultimate Cake Off winner of 2011. We’ve compiled a list of things to do in LaGrange GA in Troup County that you won’t want to miss!
If you’re looking for big thrills, fun and excitement for the whole family, or just a unique perspective — zip lining in GA should be on your bucket list! Ready to swing high and learn more? Here are 13+ of the absolute best places to go zip lining in GA!
If you’re visiting Augusta, you can’t miss a stop at Savannah Rapids Park. It’s breathtaking, with so much to do!
The best way to explore Destin? Out on the water! Gather up your friends and family and explore the emerald green waters around Destin and Fort Walton Beach. Ready to get started? Here are 17 of the best pontoon boat rentals Destin and Fort Walton Beach have to offer.
New Echota is a wonderful jumping off point for sharing the Trail of Tears with your kiddos. It’s a story that I’m obsessed with now, and a good reason to teach our kids about valuing curiosity over fear, especially when someone is different than we are.
If you’re heading to North Carolina and are feeling my need for the perfect Outer Banks rentals, check out these OBX vacation rentals. I looked through literally thousands of homes to find the perfect ones with the best interior and the I made sure all these Outer Banks rentals are highly rated.
If you and the family are heading to Stuart, FL…there’s several places you can stay but this one tops our list! We love the history, the privacy, the small but important perks…it’s simply heaven. Here are five reasons why Old Colorado Inn is an ideal family (or couple’s) hotel selection.
I love the Ocmulgee National Monument! It is one of those places that just has everything you need for a fun day with the family. It has 6 miles of hiking trails, an awesome visitor center, and Mississippian Indian mounds — one you can go inside, and one you can climb.
A century-old favorite. In 2022 they’re celebrating their 100th anniversary! A recent visit to the historic mountain inn, located on a 35-acre lake surrounded by 1,400 acres of natural beauty and stunning mountain views, was a perfect escape, close to Atlanta, to try out my soon-to-be reality.
Building your own lightsaber at Disney is a one-of-a-kind experience that can only be found in a few locations, and each offers very different lightsaber-building experiences. If you want to build your own lightsaber, Disney is the place to be. Here’s everything you need to know to build your own lightsaber at Disney World!
My favorite kind of day? Jumping in the car with my kids and seeking out one of Georgia’s new (to us) waterfalls. We love the easy ones, the hidden ones….the roadside spills and the falls flowing deep within the forest. We love wading in them, swimming in them, splashing in them, or just admiring them. “Magical” is an over-used word, but it perfectly describes this list of our favorite waterfalls in Georgia.
There are so many fantastic things to do in Miami with kids…you won’t even be able to do them all in a weekend! So pack your bags. We’re going to Florida!
Looking for a fun and exciting escape not too far from home? Consider a lake house rental in GA! These lakefront cabins offer so much — amazing water views, the chance to go boating, spending time on kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, going for a swim, catching fish, and so much more. Here are 29 lake house rentals in GA we know you’ll love.