• Savannah, GA: Finale

    Since Charleston had so much southern charm, I wondered how Savannah would compare. I am happy to report that I love them BOTH... very much!

  • Savannah, GA: River Street

    Today we explored Savannah's River Street. With shops, pubs & restaurants all along the Savannah River, we had a great time – and a few beers!

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    Savannah, GA: Part One

    A trolley ride gave us a lay of the land, and we set out to visit some of the things our conductor shared. It was so much fun!

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    Morris Island Lighthouse Eco-Tour

    The weather was bleak but it was today or never. The lighthouse was not the star of the day, but lots of other things made this a great tour!

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    Magnolia Plantation and Gardens

    We spent today on the paths of a plantation along the Ashley. The flowers were past their prime, but the Plantation House tour was very good.

  • Charleston, SC

    We wandered the streets to gawk at historic homes along the Cooper River past Rainbow Row to Battery Park, and ended with a martini at Toast.

  • Mountain Farm Museum

    Mountain Farm Museum

    Today we went to Bryson City, NC for a train ride along the Tuckasegee. On our return we stumbled upon the Mountain Farm Museum! What a find!

  • Cades Cove

    Today we took the Cades Cove Loop through GSMNP. With a backdrop of mountains, the road winds through a valley with lush and rolling hills.

  • The Great Smoky Mountains

    This day started and ended with great views from our balcony – with lunch and shopping in between. And we are minutes to the Smoky Mountains!

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    Road Trip!

    We were tourists with an itinerary and 3 or more stops, fitting in friends and family along the way. Welcome to our first official Road Trip!