A Hindu Temple in Atlanta: Shri Swaminarayan Mandir
A Hindu temple in Lilburn? We’d never heard of one until this weekend, but sure enough, the Shri Swaminarayan Mandir is right there on Rockbridge Road at Lawrenceville Highway in Lilburn, open since 2007. A mandir is a Hindu place of worship, which also serves as a center for community social, educational, cultural and religious activities. […]
Weekly Photo Challenge: Color
Kniphofia uvaria, Red Hot Poker or Torch Lily depending on your mood. These lovely flowers originate from Cape Province, South Africa. This example resides on some family property in South Carolina. The vividness of their colors always amazes me.
St. John, USVI
A day trip from St. Thomas to the nearby island of St. John is usually undertaken from Red Hook, the main ferry terminal for inter-island trips. Red Hook is located on the East End of St. Thomas. Parking is available at the dock or across the street for $10 a day. The ferry runs […]
St. Thomas Activites
The busiest of the US Virgin Islands, St. Thomas has lots of activities to keep visitors busy. Most of these are focused on picture-perfect beaches and clear blue water. Sportfishing enthusiasts, divers, snorkelers and sailors are all drawn here to enjoy the sparkling sea and white sand. On shore there’s a rich history to explore […]
Charlotte Amalie Historical Walk
Our walking tour is based on one we found in the tourist guide to St. Thomas they pass out when you arrive at the airport. It’s a good one! If you can manage to time it to avoid the hordes from the cruise ships that so often dock in downtown Charlotte Amalie, the experience will […]
Intro to St. Thomas
While not our typical mode of travel, every once in a while it feels great to escape on a more traditional vacation. Since we’re still planning (hoping?) to earn some income this year, we decided on a short hop, and exchanged a timeshare week for a stay at Bluebeard’s Beach Club in St. Thomas, one […]
Destination USA: Offbeat Houston
Houston has plenty of attractions: visit the Johnson Space Center or the Museum District, catch an Astros Game, or shop at the largest mall in Texas. The annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo has been drawing in crowds since 1932. There are a number of lesser-known attractions, though, that are worth a little extra effort […]
Destination USA: Savannah
Savannah Roadtrip What better way to celebrate a birthday than a roadtrip? Our destination? Savannah, GA. It was my first visit to this historic city, so we wanted to hit all the highlights. To begin, we cashed in some hard-earned Marriott points for two nights at the lovely Bohemian Hotel. The corner suite featured floor-to-ceiling windows […]
Destination USA: Kiawah Island
Visiting Kiawah Island Off-Season February may not seem like the most logical time to visit one of South Carolina’s barrier islands, but it turned out to be perfect timing. Located about 15 miles south of Charleston, Kiawah Island is a bustling beach and golf resort area most of the year, but off-season it’s a perfect getaway. […]
“What’ll Ya Have?” at The Varsity
If you haven’t been to The Varsity . . . On everyone’s list of top to-do’s in Atlanta, The Varsity is somewhere you have to visit. With its retro decor, tiled walls and famous greeting of “What’ll ya have?” this little hot dog stand is a true Atlanta icon. Originally set up with nearby Georgia Tech students […]