Caroline Eubanks

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Georgia & the Carolinas. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from relaxing on the beaches of Hilton Head Island, to paddling along the inky-black swamp in Congaree National Park, and feasting on fresh seafood and shellfish in Charleston. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Georgia & the Carolinas travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Georgia & the Carolinas and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights and expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Georgia & the Carolinas culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of SavannahCovers: Atlanta; Savannah & Coastal Georgia; North Georgia; Augusta & South Georgia; Charleston & South Carolina; Charlotte & the Triangle; Coastal North Carolina; North Carolina Mountains; Great Smoky Mountains National ParkCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Georgia & the Carolinas.

Join author Caroline Eubanks on a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places and drinks behind the city. Even when it was still called Terminus, Atlanta was earning a raucous reputation as a hub for hard-drinking railroad workers. The first mayor, a saloon owner from the appropriately named Free and Rowdy Party, only cemented the town's party credentials. What followed was more than a century of moonshiners, dollar bill-covered dives, exotic dancers, speakeasies and underground taverns, wild parties on both land and water and, of course, drinks. These spaces--like the all-night Backstreet club, the storied Manuel's Tavern and futuristic Polaris--became launching pads for political campaigns, musical groups and drag superstars while also serving as a respite for everyday locals.

You may think you know the South for its food, its people, its past, and its stories, but if there’s one thing that’s certain, it’s that the region tells far more than one tale. It is ever-evolving, open to interpretation, steeped in history and tradition, yet defined differently based on who you ask. This Is My South inspires the reader to explore the Southern States––Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia––like never before. No other guide pulls together these states into one book in quite this way with a fresh perspective on can’t-miss landmarks, off the beaten path gems, tours for every interest, unique places to sleep, and classic restaurants. So come see for yourself and create your own experiences along the way!