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My Visits to Cumberland Island

One of the most scenic and historic islands in the country is just off our southeastern coast. Cumberland Island is full of rich history and its scenic beauty is comparable to other island paradises. I have visited Cumberland on three occasions and each trip was different and enriching. My first visit was in 1993 when I was in Kingsland for a conference. I took a day trip over to the island that I had heard so much about. More...

Renaissance Resort Offering “Gas Card Package” To Tourists

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL (May 2008) – The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village, which just completed an impressive $10 million property-wide renovation, is offering a new package to Florida and Georgia residents called the “Renaissance Resort Gas Card Package.” Available for stays July 1-31, 2008, the package provides accommodations in a newly-remodeled guest room, as well as a $25 Shell gas card for guests staying two nights, or a $50 Shell gas card for guests staying three consecutive nights. More...

Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies Opens Unique Exhibit "Living Babies in Incubators"

GATLINBURG, Tenn. - Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies has opened its newest, cutting¬edge exhibit - Living Babies in Incubators. This unique and unbelievable exhibit features more than 30 interactive and live exhibits. The $750,000 display was developed specifically for Ripley's and is located in a special area inside Ripley's Aquarium of the Smokies and is free to see for all aquarium guests. More...

GA State Parks June Calendar of Events

Come out to Georgia State Parks and Lodges during the month of June! Whether you go fishing, hiking, or just hang out at the lodge, you are guaranteed a good time! More...

Aquarium’s “River Gorge Explorer” Launching this summer

Chattanooga, Tenn. – An exciting new journey is about to launch at the Tennessee Aquarium. Visitors will soon have the opportunity to extend their Aquarium experience by venturing into the heart of “Tennessee’s Grand Canyon.” The River Gorge Explorer will transport as many as 70 passengers – up to five times daily - into the Gorge to experience this unspoiled stretch of the Tennessee River. More...

The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village Offering “Florida Champions Golf Package”

ST. AUGUSTINE, FL – The Renaissance Resort at World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida, is offering a new package called the “Florida Champions Golf Package.” In addition to accommodations in a newly remodeled guest room, the package includes golf on the resort’s two championship courses, and tickets to the adjacent World Golf Hall of Fame, according to Mark Schwantner, general manager of the Northeast Florida resort. More...