Atlanta Travel Blog

A new 1.2 million square foot international terminal, the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International terminal will open at Hartsfield Jackson airport in March 2012. The terminal adds 12 gates to the airport and will increase the number of restaurants and shopping boutiques at the airport. Healthier foods...

Path on Red Top Mountain The Red Top mountain state park is short drive outside of Atlanta. You can get to the mountains in about an hour, and thankfully the drive is an easy one, if you take Interstate 75. Even if you are not an experienced hiker, Red Top Mountain might be an option for trying...

The Sun Dial Restaurant, Bar and View is located on top of the Westin Peachtree Hotel. This spinning restaurant offers a romantic ambiance with views of the Atlanta skyline. Visiting the restaurant on a clear evening at night will provide you and your loved one with a feast for your eyes. You will be...

Photo by Mattlem Mon Whether you like it or not, the New Year is approaching. Why not begin to make your resolutions (and plans to keep them) now? Do you feel that you traveled enough in 2011, or do you regret spending so many beautiful, sunny days indoors.  Let’s not repeat the past. Make your travel...

Photo by Lamenta3 Get there early and park in the parking garages for Underground Atlanta. The evening performances begin at 6 p.m. on the main stage, but some family activities will begin earlier, from 11 a.m. After the peach drops, you and your friends can visit the clubs and bars in Kenny’s Alley...

Photo by Lee Coursey From fine art museums to children’s museums, Atlanta celebrates the past, present and gives us a look into the future. Today’s museums are highly interactive. Although you might be warned to look at not touch some of the exhibits, you might find yourself participating in a play,...

Photo by Leo Charles Public transportation in Atlanta is called the Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA).  MARTA uses a transit card to pay admission for buses and trains. You can purchase a Breeze card for $1. The cards can be purchased from vending machines at MARTA stations. Once you buy...

Photo of Westin Plaza by Brett Weinstein Atlanta is teeming with romantic locations, and you have hundreds of options when deciding on the best place to propose. Some areas are romantic, and some places are simply fun. Be fairly certain that if you decide to propose publically, your significant other...

Photo by Andrew Kalat Don’t let the name Hotlanta fool you. Temperatures dip during the winter months in Atlanta. Visitors who plan to spend time in Atlanta during the winter months should be sure to come prepared for the cooler weather. It usually does not snow in Atlanta, but there have been ice...

Photo By Mike Schinkel If you are looking for a more unusual place to stay in Atlanta, consider one of the boutique hotels. Boutique hotels are usually a bit more personalized than some of the larger chains. A boutique hotel might have a particular theme based on its city or based on almost any other...