Let’s Gogh…to an Immersive Experience
Have you ever heard the rumors of a famous artist who cut off his ear? Well, that artist, a painter named Vincent Van Gogh, indeed cut off a piece of his ear in a fit of rage. Despite his notoriety for being a little mad, he created many beautiful works that have been...
The Arts Are Back!
2021 has been a year of recovery for almost everyone, but no one has felt the impact as much as our arts, cultural and event industries. It’s been a relief and a revelation to see our arts groups evolve, change and re-define themselves over the past 18 months, as well...
Road Trip: Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Gatlinburg is a small town nestled in the valley of the Great Smoky Mountains and is a close neighbor to Pigeon Forge — home to the famous Dollywood amusement park. Gatlinburg is roughly 10 square miles, so it is very walkable with many different theatres, activities,...
5 Within 50: Foodie Shops
What we Dig about all of the 5 within 50 foodie shops featured in this issue isn’t just that they are all unique in their own way by the various products they offer. But they may as well be called 5 within 50 over the top nicest shops and owners! Each overflowing with...
DAY TRIP: Julep Farms, Dillard, GA
On the winding drive up to Highlands, NC, through the Blue Ridge Mountains, you pass a modern farm resort on a hill complete with all the necessities for a perfect day. Enjoy bonfires, a game of croquet or peaceful walks to see the fantastic gardens and visit with...
Gwinnett Film is Back
Gwinnett Film is back, and happy to report, busier than ever. As we move into late summer and fall, the Gwinnett Film Office is happy to report after an extremely challenging 2020 for our entertainment industry— film and TV is back and busier than ever. Tracking by...
Sips & Sunshine
You know those places where you feel totally at home, but also like you've slipped away on a little vacation? That's Cloudland Winery. Cloudland was founded in 2015 by owner and winemaker Sean Wilborn, but Sean has been working behind the scenes on this passion...
Road Trip: St. Simons Island, GA
5 h 9 min (340.4 mi) Slipping away during the hot steamy summer months to embrace the salty sea air and experience the low country island life is the perfect change of scenery. The deep beaches of St. Simons at low tide (seriously, 800 steps from boardwalk to toes in...
Small Biz Spotlight: Flavor Rich Food Truck
Got flavor? At Flavor Rich, partners Christopher Fletcher and Angelica Finley do! Inspired by the home-cooked goodness of their parents' kitchen, the culinary-trained duo found a mutual interest in bringing delicious flavors to the metro Atlanta area, creating...
5 Within 50: Scenic Runs
The dogwood blossoms are bursting, and so are your sinuses, which can only mean one thing: the spring/summer running season is here! Trillium Trek Trail RunMay 12125 Elachee Drive | Gainesville Take a 3.1 or a 13.1 mile run through Georgia’s only National Dedicated...
Day Trip: Atlanta Botanical Garden
An urban oasis in the heart of Midtown, the Atlanta Botanical Garden is 30-acres of outdoor gardens, including an award-winning children’s garden, canopy walk in Storza Woods and Skyline Garden. Founded in 1973, the garden has grown to include 16 distinctive gardens...
Artists and Artisans at Slow Pour
It wasn’t the ideal day for an outdoor event: a bit grey and a bit rainy, but not nearly enough to keep patrons away from Lawrenceville’s Slow Pour Brewing Company. Slow Pour was born from a conversation between in-laws John Reynolds and Marty Mazzawi, and what began...
Road Trip: Outdoor Columbus
Enjoy a five-star meal AND Class V rapids without ever leaving the city! If adventure is calling your name, and you’re good with getting your hair wet, then let us introduce you to Columbus, Georgia. Located directly across the Chattahoochee River from Phenix City,...
Wastin’ Away in Margaritaville
If you’ve never wasted away the summer on an island, don’t miss out on the opportunity to take advantage of the island experience in Gwinnett’s own backyard at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands. We asked Bucky Perry, VP of Margaritaville at Lanier Islands what’s...
2021 Gwinnett Burger Week, Re-Branded!
Food is the heart and the soul of any visit or trip, and one of the many reasons food and drink are the mainstays of many of our destination marketing initiatives. In March 2020, we were preparing to kick off the 3rd annual Burger and Brews Week, with the week...