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Exploring Virginia's Northern Neck
The Northern Neck of Virginia is just 55 miles from Richmond, 75 miles from Washington D.C. and 80 miles from Norfolk. But it could be a world away. So kick back, take a hike, kayak, go antiquing, tour historic homes, enjoy wine tasting, stay at a cozy inn and chow down on fresh crabs and oysters. Imagine yourself in a different time and place as you join travel writer Sharon Cavileer in exploring The Neck.
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Blog 'Round the South
A Horse Lover's Dream: The Rolex Kentucky 3-Day Event
Calling all you horse fans! The excitement of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, and the Ariat Kentucky Reining Cup returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, April 26-29.
This year's Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event features selection trials to choose the U.S. Eventing team for the 2012 London Olympic Games. The nation's best horses and riders will be competing in the hopes of earning places on the team for this summer's Olympics.
This year's Event also features the 15th Rolex USEF Four Star Championship for the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation Pinnacle Cup, and is part of the HSBC FEI Classics. Horses and riders from around the world will join their U.S. counterparts in competing for their share of $250,000 in prize money as well as a shot at the $350,000 Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing.
That Grand Slam will be awarded to any rider who wins Rolex Kentucky, Mitsubishi Motors Badminton and Land Rover Burghley Four Star Events in succession.
Former Rolex Kentucky champion William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain, who won his record sixth Burghley championship last fall, will be seeking to win a second leg of the Rolex Grand Slam in Kentucky in the hopes of joining Pippa Funnell of Great Britain, who won it in 2003, as the only rider to win the Rolex Grand Slam.
For more information on the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day event, go here: http://www.rk3de.org/
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Capital City Stories
If you love history, architecture, culture, eco-sites and southern style, check out some of our archived profiles of southern state capital cities.
ARKANSAS: Little Rock, AR, Delights Travelers with Art, Architecture and Artifacts
SOUTH CAROLINA: A Capital City: Columbia, SC, Entices Visitors
LOUISIANA: From Political Intrigue to Natural Beauty, Baton Rouge, LA, Wields 10 Fun Things to Do |
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Southern Travel Features
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Cherokee Nation & Harrah's: Smoky Mountain Fun
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Travel to Cherokee in western North Carolina for native American culture, gaming action and Smoky Mountain fun. Travel writer Gregory McCluney explores this off-the-beaten-path southern travel destination, focusing on Cherokee Nation heritage and culture as well as fishing, hiking and other outdoor activities. The recently expanded Harrah's Casino and Resort with its Paula Deen restaurant awaits!
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Lake Charles, LA: Natural Beauty & Cajun Heritage
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In southwestern Louisiana, you might see a coyote running across the Creole Nature Trail one moment, then dine at a savory French restaurant an hour later. It's a place where Cajun culture and French heritage mix with stunning natural beauty, kids' activities, railroad museums, Victorian homes, home-made boudin and gaming action, not to mention Mardi Gras fun. Join freelance writer Janet Groene as she explores Lake Charles.
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Kentucky's Hills are Alive with Sounds of Music
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Kentucky's home-grown musical superstars include Loretta Lynn, Wynonna and Naomi Judd, Tom T. Hall, Ricky Skaggs, Crystal Gayle, Dwight Yoakam, Hylo Brown and many more. Come along as freelance writer Kathy Witt -- in her new Southern Journeys Blog -- explores the new "Country Music Highway in eastern Kentucky. The 144-mile National Scenic Byway meanders through decades of musical history.
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Soft Sands, Fun Times in Virginia Beach
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Stroll along a three-mile boardwalk, drop a line off the fishing pier, learn to surf, commune with nature, tour historic sites, or just soak up a beach atmosphere. You can do it all at Virginia's beloved coastal playground -- Virginia Beach. Freelance writer Janet Groene reveals her picks for what's to see and do, what to eat and where to stay. So come along for Janet's perspective and plan your summer vacation in the sun.
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The Hub City: Hattiesburg, MS
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Built on timber and trains, Hattiesburg, MS, is called "The Hub City." Today, its magnificently restored train depot welcomes Amtrak's Crescent as it travels between New York and New Orleans. The city's crown jewel, though, is a new African-American Military Museum, located in a 1940s-era black USO club. Visitors also enjoy street art, a Rails-to-Trails pathway and historic neighborhoods, creating the perfect mix for a great southeastern U.S. weekend getaway.
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Reader Trip Reports
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View Sea Turtles Along Vero Beach, FL!
One of our avid readers, Georgina, from Vero Beach, FL, relates a recent experience with sea turtles along the beach. Travelers to the region might encounter these marine creatures along certain stretches of coastline. Come along for Georgina's brief report...
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