Atlanta

It's hard not to love the South. With

its quintessential Southern hospitality, warm personalities and

even warmer weather, Atlanta, Georgia fits in ideally as a major

player in the Deep South. But don't let the slow, Southern drawl

and the neighborly vibe fool you. Atlanta is not only a friendly

town of charm and manners but also a quickly burgeoning

metropolitan of business and entertainment.

Those who visit Atlanta for the first

time will undoubtedly head first to the nearest eatery for some

down home, Southern cookin'. A great pick would be one of the local

favorites, The Watershed which offers classic Southern dishes such

as Fried Catfish and Butternut Squash Pancakes with Braised Cabbage

and Gingered Beets. Or hop on over to Dogwood Restaurant where they

offer a one of a kind Grits Bar with caramelized sweet onions and

'Vella' dry jack along with your choice of Zinfandel braised short

rib, hickory smoked bacon and quail egg or Crawfish aioli. But be

warned, this isn't your Grandmother's cooking. This is true

Southern classics to perfection.

If you're looking for some fun after

your meal make sure to check out the World of Coca-Cola where

visitors can experience a 4-D multisensory theater, witness a

Coca-Cola bottle being built on an assembly line as well as sample

over 70 different beverages from around the globe. After that stop

by the Georgia Aquarium where you can get a close up view of

sharks, whales, otters, (even Australian sea dragons!) and a

multitude of other aquatic animals from across the globe; as the

world's largest aquarium they sure have it all. And if the kids

aren't worn out yet, be sure to check out Imagine It! The

Children's Museum of Atlanta. Here they can partake in hands-on

activities and colorful exhibits that both educate and entertain

flourishing young minds.

For those with a more refined

cultural palate you can't miss the High Museum of Art, one of the

forerunners in art in the Southeast. From American to European,

African to Contemporary, this museum offers a varying array of

exhibits to inspire and awe the art lover in all of us. Similarly,

the Atlanta Botanical Gardens is a natural exhibit of beauty and

brilliance as it is home to over 30 acres of floral craftsmanship.

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra and its Grammy award-winning

ensemble are also just as aesthetically pleasing as the

aforementioned attractions and offer a perfect ending to any

night.

Finally, the sports fan won't be left

out as Atlanta has plenty to offer in all major leagues. From the

Falcons in the NFL to the Braves in the MLB to the Hawks in the

NBA, Atlanta offers a wide range of highly competitive and largely

popular teams encompassing every genre.

Whatever your niche may be: culinary

Excellence, adventurous fun, cultural enlightenment or sports

aficionado, come see what the ATL is really all about. One thing's

for sure, it won't be your last visit.