October 2008 - Sightseers' Delight

Model trains on display

October 23, 2008 Todd DeFeo

The local chapter of the National Model Railroad Association is celebrating National Model Railroad Month by sponsoring a tour of more than 40 layouts throughout Metro Atlanta.

Thunderbirds cap two-day air show at Dobbins

October 19, 2008 Todd DeFeo

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds capped off an event-filled day of air acrobatics at Dobbins Air Reserve Base.

When it comes to seeing Atlanta, consider the CityPass

October 15, 2008 Todd DeFeo

One cost-effective way for residents and visitors alike to see the city’s most popular attractions is the Atlanta CityPass.

Fall means festival season in Georgia

October 13, 2008 The Travel Trolley

Finding quick and easy weekend trips doesn’t have to be a costly affair. That’s because fall festivals throughout Georgia are everywhere.

Don’t be fooled, Amelia Island has history and culture

October 12, 2008 Todd DeFeo

On first glance, it might seem possible to dismiss Amelia Island as another beachfront town. But dig a little deeper and you’ll find plenty of history and culture.

They say ‘it never rains in Ruby Falls’

October 10, 2008 Todd DeFeo

In the 1920s, Leo Lambert thought Lookout Mountain Cave would make a great tourist attraction. So, he set out to rediscover it.

Railfanning while ‘heading down (and around) the Atlanta Highway’

October 8, 2008 Todd DeFeo

The so-called Classic City is known for a lot, usually revolving around the University of Georgia. But, a major rail line passes through Athens, and there are a handful of historic depots worth checking out — all located within a 30 mile or so drive in any given direction.

Rather to Speak Nov. 22 at Sixth Floor Museum

October 5, 2008 The Travel Trolley

In his first public program at The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dan Rather delivers the keynote address marking the 45th anniversary of the assassination of President John F. Kennedy.