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By Sheridan Alexander, About.com Guide since 2005

Updated Articles and Resources
  • Southeast U.S. Annual Yard Sales Created: Wednesday, May 27, 2009 Updated: Tuesday, May 14, 2013
    Great Road Trips for Bargain Hunters - These popular annual yard sale events extend for hundreds of miles along historic and scenic byways attracting thousands of bargain hunters from near and far.
  • Spring Wildflowers - Great Mountain Destinations Created: Tuesday, April 15, 2008 Updated: Sunday, May 12, 2013
    Find out where to see some of the most vibrant and diverse mountain woodland wildflower displays in the world including spectacular displays of blooming rhododendrons.
  • A Literature Lovers Tour of Oxford, Mississippi Created: Thursday, March 28, 2013 Updated: Saturday, May 11, 2013
    Oxford MS Travel - Information for planning a literature themed visit to the charming and interesting hometown of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner.
  • The World's Longest Yard Sale - Highway 127 Sale Created: Wednesday, July 18, 2007 Updated: Friday, May 10, 2013
    The annual four-day World's Longest Yard Sale starts on the first Thursday in August and spans more than 690 miles through the Southeast.
  • Williamsburg for the Holidays Created: Monday, November 08, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 09, 2013
    Williamsburg, Virginia offers holiday visitors of all ages and interests many festive opportunities to enjoy Christmas traditions of the past and the present, as well as great holiday shopping, din...
  • Atlanta - Annual Food and Wine Festivals Created: Monday, June 27, 2011 Updated: Wednesday, May 08, 2013
    Atlanta is a top Southern city for food and wine travelers and these annual festivals held in and around Atlanta celebrate an array of delicious flavors throughout the year.
  • Fredericksburg National Cemetery Memorial Day Weekend Luminaries Created: Monday, May 09, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, May 07, 2013
    Information about the annual Memorial Day Weekend Luminaria tribute held at Fredericksburg National Cemetery in Fredericksburg, Virginia.
  • Myrtle Beach Summer Festivals Created: Wednesday, May 25, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, May 07, 2013
    Myrtle Beach and the Grand Strand - Information about annual summer festivals and events for summer vacation fun.
  • When is Memorial Day? Created: Sunday, February 27, 2011 Updated: Tuesday, May 07, 2013
    A listing of US Memorial Day holiday dates to help you with your travel planning
  • Memorial Day Events in the Southeast Created: Wednesday, May 16, 2007 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
    A selection of more than 20 Memorial Day weekend events throughout the Southeastern United States including special ceremonies, concerts, festivals, performances and more.
  • May Festivals and Events Created: Saturday, February 26, 2011 Updated: Monday, May 06, 2013
    A listing of featured festivals and events to enjoy during the month of May in the Southeast US
  • Valentine's Day Travel and Celebrations Created: Sunday, January 25, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 03, 2013
    Explore several romantic ways to express your love for Valentine's Day in the romantic Southeast U.S.
  • Travel Tips - Boating and Camping Created: Wednesday, January 07, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 03, 2013
    These short videos offer useful tips for safety and enjoyment of outdoor activities including camping tips, boating tips and more.
  • Practical Travel Tips Created: Thursday, January 08, 2009 Updated: Friday, May 03, 2013
    Travel Tips - These short videos offer useful tips for travelers including practical tips for before and during your trip.
  • Air Travel Tips Created: Tuesday, January 06, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 02, 2013
    These short videos offer many useful tips for air travelers including how to get free upgrades, tips for air travel with young children, making the most of your frequent flyer miles and more.
  • Ten Fun Southern Cities for New Year's Eve Created: Friday, December 31, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 02, 2013
    New Year's Eve - Find out about ten fun Southern cities to visit for New Year's Eve.
  • Assateague Island National Seashore Created: Monday, May 25, 2009 Updated: Thursday, May 02, 2013
    Assateague Island National Seashore is located on Assateague Island in Virginia and Maryland and is a popular coastal destination for its sandy beaches, diverse wildlife and salt water recreation.
  • Charlotte-Douglas International Airport Created: Wednesday, June 30, 2010 Updated: Thursday, May 02, 2013
    Charlotte-Douglas International Airport serves the Charlotte, North Carolina area with non-stop and connecting flights to many national and international destinations.
  • Tanger Outlets - Hilton Head, South Carolina Created: Friday, December 08, 2006 Updated: Wednesday, May 01, 2013
    Tanger Outlet Centers in popular Hilton Head, SC offers over 100 brand name manufacturer and designer outlet stores.
  • Photos of Oxford, Mississippi Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Oxford, Mississippi Slideshow - Photo of Town Square
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Side Trips in Virginia Created: Monday, August 27, 2012 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Explore Virginia cities, towns and points of interest near the Blue Ridge Parkway.
  • Tennessee Weather - Average Temperatures and Rainfall Created: Sunday, May 23, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Find out about average temperatures and rainfall to help you plan your visit to Tennessee in any month of the year.
  • Louisiana Weather - Average Temperatures and Rainfall Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Month-by-month weather in Louisiana - Index Page
  • Kentucky Weather - Average Temperatures and Rainfall Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Month-by-month weather in Kentucky - Index Page
  • Alabama Weather - Average Temperatures and Rainfall Created: Tuesday, April 16, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Month-by-month weather in Alabama - Index Page
  • Georgia Weather - Average Temperatures and Rainfall Created: Sunday, May 23, 2010 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Find out about average temperatures and rainfall to help you plan your visit to Georgia in any month of the year.
  • Charlottesville, Virginia Travel Guide Created: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 30, 2013
    Find information about planning a visit to historic and hip Charlottesville VA
  • Birmingham, Alabama Top Ten Tourist Attractions Created: Monday, April 29, 2013 Updated: Monday, April 29, 2013
    Birmingham AL Tourist Attractions - Find out about ten of the best things to see and do during a visit to Birmingham, Alabama.
  • 2013 Five Diamond Hotels and Resorts in the Southeast U.S. Created: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 Updated: Wednesday, April 24, 2013
    Find out which hotels in the Southeast US have been awarded the prestigious AAA Five Diamond status for 2013.
  • Gulf Shores, Alabama Travel Guide Created: Tuesday, April 16, 2013 Updated: Tuesday, April 23, 2013
    Gulf Shores MS Travel - Information for planning your beach vacation to the affordable Alabama Coast.
  • 50 Holiday Attractions and Festive Things to Do Created: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 Updated: Monday, April 22, 2013
    This listing features 50 fun holiday attractions and festive things to do throughout the Southeast US.
  • Virginia Fourth of July Celebrations Created: Friday, June 22, 2012 Updated: Monday, April 22, 2013
    Find out where to enjoy dazzling July 4th fireworks, parades, festivals and patriotic fun in Virginia.

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