June 15th, 2008
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 […]
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June 11th, 2008
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! […]
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June 10th, 2008
I was recently invited to a luau at Lake Lanier in Flowery Branch. Lake Lanier is 26 miles long. Members of the Black Boaters Club shuttled myself and members of the 30+ meetup group to a private cove. Little did I realize that there are at least two marinas in the small town of Flowery […]
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June 4th, 2008
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 […]
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June 3rd, 2008
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 […]
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May 20th, 2008
Watch a Shakespeare inspired play and have dinner at the Shakespeare Tavern, a quaint playhouse on Peachtree Street in Atlanta. The Shakespeare Tavern is the perfect place to go if you enjoy plays, love Shakespeare, and want to do something a little different. I like the fact that you can eat as the play is […]
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May 16th, 2008
The Fernbank Museum of Natural History is a great educational family attraction in Atlanta. Permanent collections at the museum include: A Walk in Time in Georgia, Giants of the Mesozoic, Sensing Nature, Reflections of Culture, The Children’s Discovery Rooms, World of Shells and First Georgians. There are also special treats just for the adults. […]
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May 9th, 2008
The Underground is still a popular spot for tourists and Atlanta natives. There has been some talk about Underground Atlanta being unsafe. What do you think?
Photo Credit: DB King, Flickr Creative Commons License
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May 8th, 2008
The World of Coca Cola is a popular attraction in Atlanta. You are sure to learn just about everything that you ever wanted to know about Coca Cola. The new World of Coca Cola has expanded and now has a 4D Theater, and of course the largest collection of Coca Cola memorabilia in the world. […]
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May 6th, 2008
Summer is the time for family vacations, and amusement parks. Which of course, brings to mind, Six Flags Over Georgia, probably our most popular amusement park. Are you ready to ride? To avoid the crowds go on a weekday during the summer months. Bring a jacket though. Although it’s warm in the daytime, it […]
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