Grateful Getaways: 5 Family Traditions to Start This Thanksgiving (That Donât Involve a Plane Ticket)
Thanksgiving doesnât have to mean long lines, airport chaos, and reheated rolls in hotel microwaves. Some of the best memories happen right at home â or within a short drive of it. As a mom juggling work, family, and two fluffy travel companions (our goldendoodle and golden retriever), Iâve learned that slowing down during the holidays isnât laziness â itâs intentional living. This year, instead of hustling through crowded terminals, my family is leaning into gratitude, connection, and those simple little traditions that remind us what this season is all about. Whether youâre near Atlanta or anywhere in the Southeast, here are five easy Thanksgiving traditions that blend travel, food,…
Fall for Small Towns: Cozy Family Road Trips from Atlanta Before the Holidays Hit
Before the hustle of the holidays hits full swing, November gives us a sweet pause, that cozy window between Halloweenâs sugar rush and Decemberâs chaos. Itâs when the air turns crisp, the fall leaves still cling to a few branches, and local bakeries start smelling like cinnamon and apple butter. If youâre craving one last family getaway before the calendar fills up, it doesnât have to mean booking flights or breaking the bank. Some of the best fall escapes are within just a few hoursâ drive of Atlanta â small towns with big charm, plenty of warm food, and the kind of slow moments that remind you what family time…
