The South

Most people just drive right by this place on their way into Great Smoky Mountains National Park. But honestly, that’s a shame.

The towns in South Carolina truly defy the idea that the United States of America is a ‘new country’ – some of the settlements here date back well into the 18th century.

Brick-lined streets, historic homes, and a lively small-town atmosphere give this destination plenty of Southern charm.

Appropriately nicknamed ‘The Natural State,’ Arkansas is home to both the Ozark and Ouachita mountain ranges, with plenty of spectacular scenery on show.

Most travelers headed to the Alabama coast shoot straight for the beach towns.

Nestled in the mountains along a scenic river, this charming mountain town has long been a favorite getaway.

Fittingly known as ‘The Natural State’, Arkansas boasts lots of simply spectacular scenery with cute little towns and interesting historic sights also scattered about.

Somewhere in the rolling farmland between Cincinnati and Lexington, a wooden structure rises above the Kentucky hills that stops most first-time visitors mid-sentence.

Despite only having 112 miles of coastline, Virginia is lined with pristine beaches.

Featuring a 100 miles of serene shoreline, barrier islands, and protected ecosystems, Georgia has the beaches to rival its more famous neighbors.

Best known for hosting one of golf’s most prestigious tournaments each spring, this elegant Southern city has far more to offer beyond the fairways.

Set along the banks of a winding river, this relaxed capital city is filled with historic buildings, leafy parks, and a slower pace of life.

Along the banks of Cane River Lake in northwestern Louisiana sits a town with brick streets, iron-railed balconies, and a pace that’s, well, pretty unhurried.

Set amid the scenic foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this charming city enjoys a picturesque location near the geographic center of Virginia.

Rich in history and surrounded by dramatic natural scenery, this small town offers a compelling mix of heritage and outdoor adventure.