Planning a trip to the Upstate? If your journey takes you within a thirty mile radius of Travelers Rest, book a stay at The Station by Compo Hotels! These cottages sit along the Swamp Rabbit Trail and offer all the comforts of home plus much, much more! Recently, we spent a weekend in this tiny treasure. It was amazing! From electrical sockets perfectly placed (if you’ve … [Read more...] about STAYCATION AT THE STATION IN TRAVELERS REST
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360 TRAVEL SERIES: PRINTMAKER’S INN, SAVANNAH, GA
360 Travel Series: Printmaker's Inn, Savannah, Georgia Remarkable what a Clemson grad can do when he sets his mind to the task (spoken like a true Gamecock fan). Peter Galloway, class of 2008, is a history fanatic. He and wife, Kristen, have opened a stunning inn in Savannah. It's within walking distance of all the major tourist attractions. Ever taken tours of old … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVEL SERIES: PRINTMAKER’S INN, SAVANNAH, GA
360 TRAVELS TO THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM
In 2005, when the Georgia Aquarium opened, it was the largest in the world. Today, with eleven million gallons of water, it's the largest in the United States (4th in the world). The land the building sits on was donated by the Coca- Cola Company. Home Depot Co-founder, Bernard Marcus, contributed $250 million to fuel the construction. Research programs from Georgia … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVELS TO THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM
SC SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL AT DENVER DOWNS
SC Sunflower Festival at Denver Downs Farm Who remembers the Beetles song, "I'll Follow the Sun?" That could have been written by a sunflower. These unique plants face East when the sun rises and creep toward the West as the sun slips across the sky. Each sunflower contains 1,000 - 2,000 seeds. Sunflowers that grow wild have many small flower-heads, while cultivated plants … [Read more...] about SC SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL AT DENVER DOWNS
360 TRAVEL SERIES: RIVERBANKS ZOO
360 Travel Series: Riverbanks Zoo Looking for a perfect field trip for the family? A short ninety minute drive will take you to one of South Carolina's most popular destinations! Riverbanks Zoo, established in 1974, is home to over 3,000 animals and 5,700+ varieties of plants. Its' mission is "to create meaningful connections and inspire actions that will have a lasting … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVEL SERIES: RIVERBANKS ZOO
CAMPING AT PARIS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Camping at Paris Mountain State Park"There may not be wifi in the forest, but you'll find a better connection." This is partly true. We do love the connection found in nature, but South Carolina State Parks offer wifi and I'm not mad about it!My family booked our very first (tent) camping trip last weekend. We chose the campground at Paris Mountain State Park so we could be … [Read more...] about CAMPING AT PARIS MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
360 TRAVELS TO ALPHARETTA, GA
360 Travels to Alpharetta, GA Looking for a new exciting destination? Awesome Alpharetta is the answer! Our Mom's Weekend Getaway I can count on one hand things that will make me drive I-85. This unique spot on the map is one of those things. Nestled between the Georgia mountains and the mega metropolis of Atlanta is 750 acres of parkland and more shops and restaurants … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVELS TO ALPHARETTA, GA
360 TRAVELS TO THE COAST
360 Travels to the Coast Welcome to our new series called 360 Travels! If there's one thing we love, it's finding affordable family fun destinations close to home. Our plan is to search them out, try them out, and share them with YOU! In the spirit of summer, our first trip was to the coast. No time like the present to head to the shore. It's certainly hot enough. … [Read more...] about 360 TRAVELS TO THE COAST
CHEAP (END OF) SUMMER GUIDE
Cheap (End of) Summer Guide "The most beautiful things are not associated with money, they are memories and moments." Alek Wek I'm always seeking affordable adventures for my flock. Entertaining a teen, tween, and toddler, all boys, all day, five days a week is quite a challenge. How fortunate we are to live in the Upstate, full of free (or really, really cheap) … [Read more...] about CHEAP (END OF) SUMMER GUIDE
FALL IN LOVE WITH GREENVILLE (AGAIN)!
Fall in Love with Greenville (again)!A few weeks ago, we were invited to participate in a unique press tour hosted by Visit Greenville. They put us up at the Hyatt and Westin hotels for two nights, created a (packed) itinerary, and showed seven local journalists how they market the city to out of town visitors. What a treat! … [Read more...] about FALL IN LOVE WITH GREENVILLE (AGAIN)!