Road Trips — By Apryl Chapman Thomas on August 9, 2009 at 9:47 pm
Filed under: Attractions, golf, national parks, News and Happenings, Southern-Byways, Things to See in Florida, Things to See in Georgia, Things to See in Mississippi, Things to See in the South
Filed under: Attractions, golf, national parks, News and Happenings, Southern-Byways, Things to See in Florida, Things to See in Georgia, Things to See in Mississippi, Things to See in the South
News and Happenings from Around the Region
News
- Congratulations to the five Mississippi casino golf courses recognized as the “Best in Kind” by Southern Gaming Destinations magazine. The five include Dancing Rabbit Golf Club’s Azaleas and Oak Courses (ranked no. 1) at Pearl River Resort in Philadelphia, Fallen Oak Golf Club (ranked no. 2) at Beau Rivage Resort & Casino in Biloxi, Grand Bear Golf Course (ranked no. 3) at Harrah’s Grand Casino in Biloxi, The Preserve Golf Club (ranked no. 5) at Palace Casino Resort in Biloxi and The Links at Cottonwoods at Harrah’s Grand Casino in Tunica (ranked no. 7).
- Sawgrass Mills in Sunrise, Fla., is expanding with a 22,000-square foot addition. Opening in fall 2009 and 2010, the expansion will include a mix of restaurants and upscale outlet retailers.
- Congratulations to Hollywood Beach (Fla.) Marriott’s executive chef Ron Duprat. Duprat has been selected as one of the 16 contestants in Bravo’s “Top Chef: Las Vegas.”
Events
- Wild Adventures Water and Theme Park in Valdosta, Ga., is encouraging their season pass holders to bring a friend for free on August 10 and September 7.
- Don’t forget that August 15-16 is the last free admission weekend at the national parks.
- It’s not to late to enter “Back the The Beach – All American Summer” Photo Scavenger Hunt Contest. Deadline is September 7.
Deals/Packages/Specials
- Thinking about visiting SeaWorld Orlando? Don’t make any plans until you check out their vacation packages. You are sure to find something to fit your budget.
- Mission Inn Resort in Howey-in-the-Hills, Fla., is offering some Internet specials that are good through August.
