Photos by Greg Noire. Charleston, S.C. -- The International African American Museum (IAAM) has set Tuesday, June 27, 2023, as the date that the long-awaited museum will open to the public. The opening festivities will feature a number of community events in the days leading up to the launch, including an opening ceremony on June 24. "We're excited to open IAAM's doors and showcase the incredible breadth of African American history," said … [Read more...]
Visit Charleston, South Carolina – November 2021
This historic city was founded in 1670 as Charles Town - moved to its present day location in 1680 and changed its name to its current spelling in 1783. Boasts a modern airport that is manageable in size - not intimating to travelers. The airport is located about a 30 minute drive away from the historic French Quarter - visitors can either take taxis, ride sharing services or use one of the often slow buses (takes up to an hour). The historic … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Get Outside in Charleston this Fall
1. Fall Garden Strolls and Wine Tastings at Middleton Place Wednesdays from September 15 - October 27, 2021 Sip and stroll a different garden location each week while sampling old and new world wines at Middleton Place, a member of the Charleston Heritage Federation. Built in 1755, this National Historic Landmark is home to the nation's oldest landscaped gardens and amidst these gorgeous grounds and exquisitely preserved historic sites, guests … [Read more...]
Horror Talk with Rich Ragsdale – Director, Composer, Producer and Writer
“Ghost House” is one of the best horror movies I have seen in a long time. The horror elements are so original and raw - the jump scare, the atmosphere, the soundtrack etc, everything is done completely right. The movie does not throw in excessive unnecessary special effects or follow the Hollywood’s formulaic scare tactics. It hit me in a way that most horror flicks hadn’t. I remember when the movie was over, I immediately pulled out my phone … [Read more...]
Cleveland, Mississippi Has a Lot on Its Plate
CLEVELAND, MISSISSIPPI—JULY 2020–It’s in the heart of the Mississippi Delta, a region known for a culture all its own. Life moves to a unique cadence in the Delta, but there’s a different vibe here in Cleveland. Midway between Memphis and Vicksburg, Cleveland has been called the ‘hip little town’ of the Delta. Here, they celebrate the legacy of great music, from the Delta and beyond. Here, a mix of yesterday and today combine in a downtown filled … [Read more...]
Pursuing Ski Resorts for both Winter and Summer Sports Activities
My first introduction to ski resorts was with my father at a very young age - we would pack into the car and drive several hours to the ski slopes and spend our afternoons combing up and down the slopes for coins and jewelry. Initially it was just walking while carefully studying the ground beneath our feet. You would be surprised what people lost during the ski season - we found beer cans still cold sitting in the snow, capri sun drinks - and … [Read more...]
Visiting Las Vegas? Our Top Three Non Casino Attractions!
Las Vegas has long been known for its gambling, super casinos and nightlife - the vibe of this fun city revolves around these and attracts people from around the world seeking it's entertainment offerings. All these of course warrant it's reputation as one of the world's great entertainment capitals but if one digs a bit deeper one finds a number of equally intriguing attractions. Visitor's are often pleasantly surprised at the reasonable … [Read more...]
And the Winner is… New Orleans!
Thank you Capital One for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own and were not directed by Capital One. To learn more about the Capital One Venture Card, visit: https://www.capitalone.com/credit-cards/venture I was standing in front of camera in HotelTonight's headquarters in San Francisco as part of some work I was doing to help promote a partnership recently announced between Capital One and HotelTonight. I had just spun a wheel which … [Read more...]
Spring Breathes Fresh Life into Charleston’s Arts & Culture Scene
Charleston Heritage Federation Presents a Full Calendar of Events CHARLESTON, S.C., Feb. 22, 2015 – This spring, the Charleston Heritage Federation celebrates the season with a variety of fresh events that will breathe life and provide insight into some of the nation’s most well preserved cultural institutions. Listed below is a selection of events ranging from the celebration of the 68th Annual Festival of Houses and Gardens to the 12th … [Read more...]
Second Date on the Napa Valley Wine Train
Back when my husband ("Mr. TWS") and I first got married in September, 1991 we were given a wedding gift certificate for a ride and lunch on the Napa Valley Wine Train. At that time, the Wine Train had been in operation for only two years. We were thrilled because we’d heard so much about it as the new must-do experience in Napa wine country. So the following summer, we boarded the train in Napa for our three-hour ride and gourmet lunch. It was a … [Read more...]