image courtesy of shutterstock.com Whether it's gift-giving for a holiday, birthday or an observance, we all have a relative or close...

You go local for dining while traveling, so it also makes perfect sense to go local when shopping. And in the South, there are authentic...

Pigeon Forge Winterfest photo personal collection Twinkling lights, jolly decorations and festive activities are some of the many...

In a blink of an eye, or rather a turn of the calendar page, we've moved from the spooky season to the start of the festive season. And,...

Even though the spooky season only lasts 31 days, you can still experience thrills and chills throughout the South year-round. Whether...

No doubt about it, the South is known for its food. Whether traveling to urban areas or small towns, you are guaranteed to come across...

Can believe it's already the first of the "-ber" months. You know what that means, right? Pumpkin-spice everything for at least two...

A new month is upon us; for some, August signals the end of summer, with school and classes starting later this month, while others try...

During August, foodies can look forward to various food festivals, beer and spirits festivals, and restaurant weeks throughout the...

July brings in the heat and some fun events as well. Of course, there are many Fourth of July celebrations happening throughout the...

Destinations large and small throughout the South celebrate Independence Day in grand style with fireworks, parades, live music, and much...

Summer is here. Well, okay, it doesn't officially arrive until June 21, but everyone knows it's summer begins after Memorial Day, and the...

Ah, summer. For many, the word alone evokes waves of nostalgia, conjuring up memories like cold lemonade, slightly melted ice cream,...

According to a new survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and conducted by Morning Consult, sixty-one...

There's just something about bed and breakfasts and inns. Each has a distinctive personality and set of amenities, and they tend to be...

It's May, and everyone knows what that means—summer is not far behind. We at Southern Hospitality Magazine believe that since Memorial...

The time for the celestial event is drawing nearer. On Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse, when the moon passes between the sun and...

As inflation continues to abate, a new survey from Nationwide Travel Insurance shows U.S. consumers are optimistic about their travel...

With January in the rearview mirror, it's time to focus on what February brings. While it may be the shortest month (even with leap year...

Less than an hour from New Orleans is quaint Covington, Louisiana. Situated on the northern shore of Lake Pontchartrain, aka The...