The Atlanta Traveler

I have to admit that I thought that the Cyclorama had to do something with bicycles. Actually, a Cyclorama, is a huge cylindrical painting in which the viewer gets a 360-degree view of the painting. The Cyclorama, located in Grant Park has been entertaining folks in Atlanta since 1893. The Cyclorama also has Civil War museum located mainly on the top floor of the building. The main attraction of the Cyclorama, however, has to be the gigantic three-dimensional painting depicting the Atlanta Campaign in the Civil War in July 22, 1864. It is the largest oil painting in the …read more

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Photo: Maggie has her photo opportunity at Hotel Indigo. The sign on the chair says,
Don’t Forget the Little People. Courtesy of Hotel Indigo.
 
Pampered pets in Atlanta know to urge their owners to take them to Hotel Indigo, a boutique hotel where they dine and enjoy cocktail hour with their two-legged friends. The pets have their own bar, called Ruff Age Bar. For the health conscious pet, this bar serves vegan doggie treats.  Yes. The pets are living it up at Hotel Indigo, where pets are not tolerated, they are catered to. Every Tuesday, the pets can enjoy cocktail hour …read more

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I went to this place last night. I arrived late, caught up in horrible traffic on 285 East and I-85 North. A snail moved faster than I in that rush hour traffic. I had to be at this place at 7:30 p.m., and I showed up there at about 8 a.m. Thankfully, when arrived, I was greeted by a couple of wenches and escorted to my seat by a fine lass. I was happy to be in the presence of a king and queen in this guest, and there were rowdy, blood-thirsty, cheering guests. While there, I tore …read more

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Atlanta is the home of Coca Cola, and I promised you all pictures of the New World of Coca Cola. When I make a promise, I try to deliver. The New World of Coca Cola is right next door to the Georgia Aquarium and walking distance from the CNN Center in Atlanta.

Oh my goodness! I love this bear. He’s so extremely cute and cuddly. I wonder if he’s good with poodles.

This was one of the displays in the museum. It’s a replica of an old-fashioned soda counter.
 

Have you seen any of these Coca Cola signs in person?
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Inside CNN is a tour of the  CNN broadcasting tower, located at 100 CNN Center in Atlanta. First you take an 8-story escalator up to the an atrium area where you will hear facts about CNN. There, you will also have the opportunity to take a photo at a mock CNN newsroom desk. One person on the tour may read a teleprompter, simulating delivering a CNN broadcast. Although you may not take photos on the tour, you can buy photos of you at the mock CNN anchor desk.  The photos are $20 a package, sold in the gift shop after …read more

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This is how we cool off in Atlanta and with temperatures in the 90s. you now know one reason why Atlanta is called Hotlanta.  These children are participating in the traditional cool-off in the Olympic Rings fountain at Centennial Olympic Park. The water is synchronized and is programmed to spurt up or down. Centennial Olympic Park is a 21-acre, founded during the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
Synchronized water and music shows occur daily 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m.
Music in Centennial Olympic Park
There’s also music, R&B, jazz, and/or reggae  from noon to 1 p.m. every Tuesday and …read more

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Get an insider’s view of the Georgia Aquarium. Hey, the parking is easy at the aquarium, there is a parking garage on-site. Parking is $10 if you buy the ticket at the garage. You can save $1 and pay $9 by buying your parking ticket in advance here.  However, I found $3 all day parking on Luckie Street.

That’s an awesome deal, and it’s an easy walk to the Aquarium, Centennial Park of the New World of Coca Cola.
Remember, you can buy a City Pass for one free entrance to the Georgia Aquarium and six other attractions in …read more

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The New World of Coca Cola is located right next door to the Georgia Aquarium in midtown Atlanta. I got more than I bargained for during my trip there. I especially enjoyed the 4D theater. A 4D Theater incorporates the 3D visuals with other senses. At the New World of Coca Cola, the chairs bucked and jerked during the movie; water splashed on the audience, and at one point, it felt like was poking me in the back of my seat. The short movie (about 15 minutes long) was about a quest to find the secret ingredient to Coca Cola. …read more

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The Georgia Renaissance festival, held in Fairburn, Ga., ended on Sunday. The festival, which celebrates Medieval times, is held yearly in the spring.  So, here’s a look at what you can expect to see if you decide to go.
 

The royal court was around various times during the day for photo opportunities. They were a very interactive court. I actually became a part of their act.

These three young ladies were selling flower garlands from a wagon.

This was a glass blowing demonstration. He was heating the chemicals to make glass.

I ate a giant roasted turkey …read more

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I was just minding my own business on the last day of the Georgia Renaissance Festival on Sunday. The festival features costumed actors and actresses, food (I ate a giant turkey leg) demonstrations, and shopping. The festival lasts about a month, and I was surprised to see festival-goers wearing costumes. Anyway, I went to the festival alone, just to see what was going on and get some pictures for you all. I happened into one of the pavilions, and saw the royal court. I thought it would be neat to get pictures of them, so I started snapping away with …read more

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