7 Signs You Were Raised by a Southern Belle
Southern Belles have a distinct style and a charm all their own. If you were lucky enough to be raised by one, you know just what we’re talking about. By definition, a proper southern woman is a proud lady of society dedicated to family and community. Dashed with southern hospitality and a flirtatious, yet chaste, demeanor.
If these characteristics sound familiar to you, consider yourself a fortunate southern belle.
Elvis Presley: Memphis Celebrates a Musical Icon
Elvis Presley, one of America’s greatest rock-and-roll stars, became a music legend before reaching the ripe age of 25. By the age of 30, Presley had become one of the highest-paid performers in music history. The husky baritone awed and inspired audiences with hits like “Blue Christmas,” “Hound Dog” and “Heartbreak Hotel.” After his untimely death at the age of 42, the music and legacy of Elvis Presley lives on and is greatly celebrated throughout the nation.
2016 Holiday Market and Shopping Guide - Memphis, TN
The holidays are just around the corner and your gift-list is starting to grow. Get your shopping done with the help of local vendors and pick up unique gifts for the special loved ones in your life.
To help you with your shopping needs, we’ve compiled a list of holiday markets and sales nestled within Memphis, TN…
Tour Like An Insider: The Great Smoky Mountains
Discover One of America’s Most Popular Sites
America’s most visited national park lies nestled between East Tennessee and North Carolina, and continuously proves to be no ordinary footpath. The Great Smoky Mountains are home to 16 mountain peaks, exceeding 6,000 feet, and 522,427 acres of lush green forest. Within it, an abundance of wildlife and wildflowers fills the beautiful hillsides of the national park and attracts an estimated 9 million visitors per year. That’s more than the Grand Canyon!
9 Southern Must See Places
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The Tourist Insider’s Guide: Elvis Presley’s Graceland
Graceland, once home to rock-and-roll legend Elvis Presley, rests south of Downtown Memphis, Tennessee. As one of the most-visited celebrity homes in America, it’s no surprise that Graceland has repeatedly been voted one of USA Today’s 10 Best musical attractions in the United States. Graceland draws in visitors from around the globe and welcomes an estimated 600,000 patrons a year. And while visitors tour Elvis’ mansion throughout the year, a considerable number of folks flock to the site during the month of August, to commemorate the death of Elvis Presley.
5 Reasons Why You Seriously Need a Vacation
Are you one of the estimated 63% of Americans that won’t take a vacation this year? If so, you could be doing more than just facing professional burnout. In fact, according to a study by Nielson, people who take vacations on a regular basis are generally healthier, happier and enjoy better relationships with others. Still not convinced that taking some time off is a good idea? Here are 5 reasons that might just change your mind.
Clarksdale Delta Blues Tour: Nobody Gets Out of Here Without Singing the Blues
Clarksdale, Mississippi has been the hub of traditional blues culture since the 1920s. In fact, many consider this location to be the very birthplace of the blues. Given its rich musical history and the fact that it is the home of such legendary blues artists as Muddy Waters, Ike Turner and Son House, as well as host to countless blues festivals, it’s definitely a hard point to argue. Today, Clarksville is a place where people gather to learn and get in touch with their inner blues musicians, which is why our Delta Blues Tour is among the most popular of all of our group travel tours.
The Clothing Styles During the Civil War & Antebellum South
The clothing and styles worn during the Civil War have become popular for Halloween costumes as well as for those who participate in Civil War reenactments. In the spirit of one of our most popular group travel tours, we thought it might be fun to take a look at what fashion looked like back in the Civil War years and Antebellum South.
