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“Now I loved every inch of [the AT], but Damascus?” he says, pointing around the tent. “There’s nothing like this place. It’s got this spirit, like, ‘Why don’t you kick off them got-dang shoes and stay a lil while!’” 🎉

--Hiker interviewed by travel journalist, Eric Wallace on Damascus, Virginia for Backpacker Magazine. | Southwest Virginia

Inside the Appalachian Trail's Wildest Weekend "Trail Town, USA" has fewer than 800 permanent residents. But for a weekend every year, it's the center of the backpacking universe.

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Writers covering summer travel (including America's 250th!), hidden gems, family getaways and outdoor adventure will find plenty of inspiration in this month's collection of ready-made story ideas: https://conta.cc/4ffrTBr.

Is this the summer of the lake vacation? ☀️

This South Carolina lake destination is making a splash with travelers looking for room to roam, endless shoreline and on-the-water adventures. Think family vacations, girls' getaways, romantic sunsets and plenty of story angles in between. | Lake Murray Country

Capital City/Lake Murray Country is South Carolina’s Lakeside Escape - Travel Media Press Room From family adventures to romantic sunsets and group getaways, Lake Murray Country offers something for every kind of traveler CAPITAL CITY/LAKE MURRAY, SOUTH CAROLINA—MAY 2026—Nestled in the heart of South…

"As you wind your way down backroads and scenic byways, you’ll come across a mix of natural wonders, historic landmarks, and quirky roadside attractions that make every mile count."

--Travel writer Symiah Dorsey for Southern Living in "25 Can’t-Miss Road Trip Stops Across The South This Summer" featuring Ave Maria Grotto in Cullman, Alabama and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park in Harpers Ferry, WV.

Find the full list here: https://www.southernliving.com/summer-road-trips-11948203

Wheelchair-accessible trails and sensory-sensitive hotels, show readers how North Alabama is forging a pathway as an accessible-friendly destination with a growing variety of inclusive travel options. | Visit North Alabama

North Alabama Forges a Pathway as an Accessible-Friendly Destination - Travel Media Press Room Sensory-sensitive hotels and wheelchair-accessible trails lead the way in growing variety of inclusive travel options NORTH ALABAMA–MAY 2026–The 16-county region of North Alabama is diverse in natural beauty, recreational opportunities and attractions.…

Warm weather treats, massive shorelines and a cheeseburger in paradise, see how Georgia's largest lake is providing a convenient and affordable alternative to the beach this summer. | Discover Lake Lanier

Summer Excitement Abounds at Lake Lanier, Georgia’s Largest Lake - Travel Media Press Room The state’s inland sea provides a convenient and affordable alternative to beach getaways with a vineyard, resort, hiking, U-pick flowers, farm-to-table dining and more LAKE LANIER, GEORGIA—MAY 2026—The weather’s warming,…

Lock in and learn more about how Parkersburg, West Virginia, and Marietta, Ohio, are emerging as ideal adventure basecamp towns, pairing walkable historic downtowns with immediate access to mountain biking, hiking, paddling and state park exploration. | Greater Parkersburg CVB Visit Marietta Ohio

These River Cities Launch Big Outdoor Weekends - Travel Media Press Room Marietta, Ohio, and Parkersburg, West Virginia, are ideal adventure basecamps PARKERSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA & MARIETTA, OHIO–MAY 2026–Parkersburg, West Virginia, and Marietta, Ohio, are emerging as ideal adventure basecamp towns, pairing walkable…

Kick back in Helen, Georgia: Your World Cup mountain retreat. See how Bavarian bites, riverside ambiance, a castle and a mountain coaster beckon visitors to explore this North Georgia destination. |

https://www.travelmediapressroom.com/2026/05/14/kick-back-in-helen-georgia-your-world-cup-mountain-retreat/

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