For newcomers to North Alabama or for long-time residents, here are some Huntsville recommendations to consider.

If a little enthusiasm goes a long way, imagine what a big enthusiasm can do.

Description of an overnight getaway in North Alabama.

From attending musical productions to geocaching and from ziplining to strolling through intriguing museums, Columbus, Georgia has it all.

Luxury boutique hotel in Columbus, GA.

Public art adds so much to the beauty and interest in a town.

Lesser known breakfast, lunch, and dinner options in Auburn and Opelika, AL.

A new dining and shopping venue in Opelika is ready for visitors.

Amazing natural beauty and craftsmanship in Ecuador.

Ecuadorian dishes -- simple, typical, fancy, and strange.

Sweets and burgers. So much for New Year diets. :)

Have you made your first visit to Buc-ee's? Did you love it, hate it, or give a giant shrug? Here are my thoughts on the subject.

My thoughts on two long-established traditions in Nashville.

Lovely holiday events in Auburn and Opelika, AL.

Auburn has added a luxurious boutique hotel, an international food hall, and a teaching restaurant designed to train the next generation.

Check out what's new in Guntersville, AL.

A couple of suggestions for things to do when you're in Auburn, besides going to a football game.

Amazing glass artistry and information in Corning, New York.

A highly-recommended stop when you visit the Finger Lakes.

Cider, cheese, chocolate, ice cream and incredible beauty in Stowe, Vermont.