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The only covered bridge remaining in South Carolina

February 14, 2018 Todd DeFeo

The 38-foot-long Campbell’s Covered Bridge was built in 1909

Take the train to the state line

January 25, 2018 Todd DeFeo

The charming border towns of Copperhill, Tenn., and McCaysville, Ga., grew up after copper — as one of the city’s names might suggest — was discovered in the area in 1843.

Honoring JFK in Dallas

November 22, 2017 Todd DeFeo

The date is etched into our collective conscious: Nov. 22, 1963.

What do recent events mean for travelers?

November 21, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

The news is bad. Las Vegas. Terrorism. North Korea. Every story seems to be worse than the one that preceded it.

Disney should add this country to Epcot

November 17, 2017 Todd DeFeo

Rumors about new additions to the World Showcase at EPCOT have been a popular discussion topic for years. According to the latest rumors, Brazil and Spain could soon be added to the popular destination. But, the country that should be added next is…

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum

Taking in Springfield, Illinois: From Honest Abe to corn dogs

October 21, 2017 Todd DeFeo

One could be forgiven for thinking Abraham Lincoln is responsible for anything and everything that ever happened here.

Why historic cemeteries should be included in your next travel itinerary

October 4, 2017 Todd DeFeo

Cemeteries, while macabre to some, are a great way to learn about a community’s history and the people that helped shape it.

It’s Flag Day, visit with Betsy Ross

June 14, 2017 Todd DeFeo

So, today is Flag Day. The holiday commemorates the adoption of the flag of the United States. What else would it be?

A look at the famous burials at Rose Hill Cemetery in Macon, Ga.

May 31, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Gregg Allman, a founding member of the Allman Brothers Band, will be buried in the historic Rose Hill Cemetery in hs hometown of Macon, Ga.

Make minor league baseball a major league experience

May 18, 2017 Todd DeFeo

Baseball season is here. Anyone looking to combine a road trip with the nation’s pastime should consider visiting a minor league ballpark.