If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. Blow out the candles in an exciting Southern destination. For those with loved ones approaching milestone birthdays, forget the surprise party. Credit:Getty Images Here are the best birthday trip ideas for every age. Make dinner reservations at new East Nashville hotspot,Noko, or at Sean Brocks acclaimed tasting menu-only restaurantJune. Then, gear up for a big night out on Broadway. AT&T Building towers over historic buildings of lower Broadway in Nashville....

Heighten your garden designs by edging planting beds and pathways with flowering annuals and perennials. Getty Images Border plants play an essential role in unifying gardens. Your garden aesthetic will guide you in selecting border flowers that emphasize the existing style and structure of yourgarden. Credit:Getty Images Along walkways, flowering plants heighten the experience of moving through the landscape. Coconut Surprise Dianthus Southern Living Plant Collection Sturdy evergreen foliage makes dianthus an ideal edging plant....

These are the best lakes waiting for you in The Tar Heel State. The best lakes in North Carolina offer just the getaway you’re looking for. Salem Lake Visit Winston-Salem Winston-Salem Just minutes from downtown Winston-Salem lies Salem Lake. Credit:Peter Frank Edwards III Visitors can fish from the pier for a minimal fee, and bait is available nearby. A 7-mile walking trail surrounds the lake and offersscenic viewsof the water from every vantage point....

Oxbows and Reservoirs and Ponds, Oh My. The lake is considered a watershed, so there are no swimming or motorized watercrafts allowed. Instead, kayaks, paddleboards, and sailboats take to the clean waters for a spectacular time. Credit:Courtesy of Arkansas Tourism Its now the states largest natural lake and the largest oxbow lake in the country. The lake is known for its big fish and holds the record for the states largest catfish....

You’ll want to plan a trip to these vineyards in North Georgia ASAP. And she should know. Butwine-lovers are starting to take noteof the quality of wine coming out of the mountains of North Georgia. Credit:Tiger Mountain Vineyards Best of all, there are plenty of fantastic options around which to craft your itinerary. Try the sparkling wine here, made with the Champagne method, and stay a while. Tastings offered 11 AM-4 PM Thursdays through Sundays....

Grab your swimsuits and dust off your fishing poles. But the lakes in Oklahoma offer more than just fishing and boating. On the water, enjoy kayaking, boating, or fishing for cold-water trout. Credit:Courtesy of TravelOK.com Back on land, golfing and more than 15 miles of hiking trails await too. With eight different areas to explore, this lake has something for every kind of traveler. Though a landlocked body of water, this lake is as salty as the name suggests....

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Pitch your tent, hook up your RV, or tuck yourself in for some glamping. To get you started, weve rounded up some of the best places to camp in Tennessee. Credit:Alexys Esslinger There are electric hookups, potable drinking water, flush toilets, and a dump station for campers convenience. Sites are $32 per night and you’ve got the option to book them onRecreation....

ROBBIE CAPONETTO By April, spring travel season is in full swing. Here are 15 great places to travel in the South in April 2024. If you go, be sure to try thesefive very-specific festival eats. A mural installation by John Cerney honors the 1956 movie Giant, which was filmed partially in Marfa.Credit:ROBBIE CAPONETTO This years festival is April 12-14. The locale may seem rustic, but Marfas accommodations are anything but....

Here are the 15 best places to travel in the South this March. From March 21-30 this year, the town will become a blush-colored paradise. Dive in and see for yourself. Credit:Robbie Caponetto From mountain biking to hiking to kayaking on the Tennessee River, theres plenty to do. Stay at a trendy downtown hotel or hole up in a cozy cabin in the surrounding mountains. Whatever your preference, you’re free to find your dream springtime vacation in Chattanooga....

The right plants can transform a boring fence line into a garden showcase. Some plants are meant to grow scrambling along afenceline, poking their heads through the wooden slats. Likewise, certain fence styles are made to be draped in flowers. Credit:Getty Images / Valerii Maksimov It is hard to picture awhite picket fence, for example, that is not swimming in blooms. Getty Images / Valerii Maksimov The style and height of a fence will dictate plant selection to some extent....

From hanging baskets to containers, potted plants add color and style to a homes entryway. Pairing lush foliage with lasting blooms makes for a dramatic first impression. Weve rounded up some of the best potted plants for shadedporchesto give your home a gardeners touch. Credit:Getty Images / StephanieFrey When selecting plants for porchcontainers, consider the homes architectural style and features. Sun exposure also impacts plant selection. Light intensity varies significantly from deep shade in the recesses to brighter conditions along the exterior....

In no particular order, here are the best restaurants in Chapel Hill. After all, this is not a restaurant that can be placed into a singular box. bombolochapelhill.com, 764 M.L.K. Credit:Al’s Burger Shack Fancier does not equate to better. Case in point:Sunrise Biscuit Kitchen, a drive-through-only restaurant in Chapel Hill. The simplicity is purposeful, though, as it allows the carefully curated dishes to shine. Credit:Carolina Coffee Shop Now with two locations in Chapel Hill, the restaurant is friendly, casual, and efficient....

With a growing number of farm-to-table restaurants, the local food landscape brims with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. From comfortingSouthern fareto creative global dishes, theres a lot for your taste buds to explore. Here are the best places to eat on your next trip to Charlottesville in no particular order. Credit:Anderson McClure Get ready for a true culinary adventure. The light-filled dining room is inviting, while the al fresco patio with golf course views is divine....