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The River Wild: Paddling through a lesser-known side of the mighty Mississippi
Before dawn my wife, Irina, and I set out from Clarksdale, Mississippi, for a paddle trip on the Mississippi River. I’d never been on Big Muddy, much less seen this rarely explored part of the river.
Where to Stay: Spotlight on Gaylord Opryland Resort’s SoundWaves
Apprehension grips me as I watch my young daughter climb onto a boogie board amid the rushing waves. I’ve just witnessed full-grown adults wipe out on their surfboards in this same spot.
48 hours in Cola: Where to eat, drink, stay, and play in South Carolina’s capital
South Carolina's capital city, Columbia, has emerged from the coast's shadow as an awesome getaway in its own right. Like Louisville or Asheville or other mid-sized cities, "Cola" (as it's nicknamed) has experienced a renaissance over the last couple decades. Now, while Cola's charms are still relatively undiscovered, may be the best time to go.
Hangover Helpers: Brewers buzz about their favorite spots for the morning after
Five brewers give us the buzz on the best ways to kill a hangover—from fried chicken to queso-loaded nachos to mimosas and Bloody Marys.
Flying High: A birding expert shares tips on how to plan an avian adventure on Dauphin Island, Alabama
Why the island is great for birding, which birds you'll see, and advice for those who have never gone birding a day in their life.
Where to Stay: Spotlight on Hotel Clermont
To open an independent boutique hotel inside Atlanta’s perimeter is a big deal. (There are precious few in the city, for reasons upon which no one can quite agree.) But to open an independent boutique hotel above Atlanta’s most legendary strip club? Yes, that’s a big deal indeed.
Where to shop, sightsee, and more along Winter Park, Florida’s Park Avenue
Thirty miles east of Cinderella Castle, Winter Park, Florida, promises magic of a different kind.
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Southbound magazine, the newest ancillary title from the publishers of Atlanta magazine, showcases the top travel destinations in the Southeast. We visit idyllic small towns and exciting cities in search of outstanding vacation opportunities. Find a media kit here.
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Southbound earned the gold award for Travel Writing at the Society of American Travel Writers' 2017 Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Awards.
