Travel With Annita and Friends

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  • Destination: Old Ninety-Six District, South Carolina

    Destination: Old Ninety-Six District, South Carolina
    Nov 21 2024
    Old Ninety-Six District, South Carolina Georgia’s neighboring state and Old Ninety-Six District is close by, filled with opportunities to hike, fish, learn more about history, experience old traditions and two of my favorite things to do; shop and eat. A couple of years ago I was invited to visit Old Ninety-Six District, South Carolina located in the Upper Western section of the state. First I was excited to find how close it is and how easy it is to discover so many things to do over a weekend. Next, I loved how relaxed the area is for time to shop, enjoy the local cuisine and explore historic sites. The friendly and warm people were welcoming made it feel like home. Driving around the area made this road trip one I have been recommending for years. The Old 96 District is home to amazing outdoor adventures - from hiking, biking, walking trails and my favorite is getting out on the several lakes you’ll find in the area. Walking along the shore or deciding any one of the lakes is perfect for paddle boarding. I loved a stroll along the lake side. There are several counties which make up the old 96 district. Abbeville, Edgefield, Greenwood, McCormick and Laurens. Each county is filled with history, perfect for those who love exploring the areas where our U.S. history took place. It's a history lover's destination. I love the feel of Stepping back in time - the historic homes and buildings, town squares and the ease of walking the cities blocks to check out shopping, restaurants, distilleries and attractions. If you love the feel of visiting small towns… you know the stepping in to a norman Rockwell painting…. Old Ninety-Six District, South Carolina is your spot. Take a listen to my chat with various chefs in the area who share the culinary experience you can have while visiting. It's a delicious destination. Dr. Mays Preservation Center and Home Delicious food at Indigenous Underground Kickers Farm to Fork Restaurant Great shopping for crafts, beverages, art and more food Relaxation History around the district Outdoor adventures BnB stay at Shannon Manor
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    41 mins
  • Allianz Travel Insurance Bad Weather Travel Tips

    Allianz Travel Insurance Bad Weather Travel Tips
    Oct 21 2024
    Allianz Travel Insurance Bad Weather Travel Tips Travel is all about the fun and excitement of all your plans coming together for a wonderful getaway. What happens when travel is impacted by bad weather? One thing is we are very disappointed and can even be devastated. Our plans are delayed or, in some cases, completely changed or canceled. Allianz Travel Insurance - bad weather travel tips can help you ensure your travel investment, worry less, and focus on getting back on track. Planning travel during the seasons where the weather is lousy means paying close attention to all aspects of our travel itinerary. I talked with my travel buddy, Allianz Travel Insurance, about the steps we can take when booking travel, while en route, and when we are at our destinations having fun. I asked my friends at Allianz Travel Insurance U.S. to come on the radio and share tips for being prepared. Dan Durazo, director of external affairs at Allianz Partners talked about several scenarios. His tips are helpful. There are many situations which are caused by bad weather and storms impacting travel in many ways, including: Flight cancellations and delays Storms can cancel or delay flights near the airport you're leaving or heading to. Hotel closures Hotels may close in preparation for severe weather and not just once the storm starts. They may also be damaged and unavailable for vacationers before starting or completing their stay. They can remain closed for days after the weather has passed. This can directly affect plans where you feel you've dodged the storm, but nope, the destination may have damages that last long into the next weeks or months. Transportation delays There are more ways to travel than airplanes. Trains, planes, and automobiles are getting us to our vacation spot. What about once we're there - public transportation and other commuter travel may be delayed before a storm or may be damaged or closed during the storm. Allianz Travel Insurance - bad weather travel tips can help us with what to do next when things change before or during our travel. Evacuations The weather can take the fun out of our vacations. Sometimes, we must get out of the way even before the weather comes our way. This is an important part of vacationing during rough weather seasons. During hurricane season, evacuations from areas with forecasted stormy weather are essential. You certainly can't play around with this. Bad weather reports to evacuate means it's time to go now—no questions about it. If a hurricane's path is in a major travel destination, travelers may be ordered to evacuate, with no option to stay. Photo credit: Rawpixel Cruise lines Heading out on a cruise during hurricane season means being flexible. I know you've wanted to go to dream ports, but here comes the storm. Cruise lines may alter their itineraries or delay departures from certain ports. Make the most of it. What's fun about cruising is the cruise line's ability to change the itinerary yet keep everything focused on exploring great destinations. Tours and attractions Plans can change, and disappointment is a real thing. Tours, attractions, events, festivals - all the things you plan to do can be affected by the weather. It is no fun to arrive at your event and see a sign saying - canceled. Yikes, that's the worst. It happens, and you need to know the next steps. Hold on to those tickets and receipts and get ready to make new plans. Tourist attractions may close in preparation for severe weather and may be damaged and remain closed. We can't tell Mother Nature what to do. There are no magic wands to wave, but there are ways to keep the stress down, feel comfortable being flexible, and know what to do to protect your travel investment and recover from unexpected delays, cancellations, and trip interruptions. Travel insurance can protect you and Allianz Travel Insurance bad weather tips can help.
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    41 mins
  • Destination: Fall Trips For 2024

    Destination: Fall Trips For 2024
    Oct 5 2024
    Fall Trips For 2024 I'm looking for Fall trips for 2024 Fall is a favorite time of the year for me. I still love the pumpkin patches, the corn mazes and all the smells of Fall with yummy treats being prepared. Candied apples, boiled peanuts, peanut brittle and pumpkin spice. Take a listen to the show and the website are below. Fall is in the air and here are website for places to consider now or later into the season. Let's go... Fall Trips for 2024. Dahlonega: The popular Gold Rush Days Festival. https://goldrushdaysfestival.com/gold-rush-days/ Beech Mountain, NC Year 'round fun and colorful leaves during the fall. Hiking should be top of your list. www.beechmtn.com Helen, GA Oktoberfest at the Helen Festhalle helenchamber.com LaGrange, GA & Pine Mountain, GA Make this fall a wild experience with a visit to Wild Animal Safari. animalsafari.com . Sweetland Craft Beer Sweetland Craft Beer & Music Festival – North Carolina Oyster Festival Brunswick Island, NC The highlight of the NC Oyster Festival is, of course, the oysters! - ncoysterfestival.com GO Outside Festival in Roanoke, VA Check out the website for more info visitroanokeva.com Dollywood's Harvest Festival How about a little Dollywood. Dollywood’s Harvest Festival in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee in the Great Smoky Mountains. Stay at one of Dollywood’s two resorts for even more fall fun, including crafts, music and fireside treats. Who’s ready? Check out the website - Dollywood.com Alabama Beaches The Frank Brown International Songwriters' Festival brings together nearly 200 of the unsung heroes of the music business from all over the world for a 10-day festival. The event takes place at venues along the Alabama-Florida state line. Brasstown Bald and Blairsville, GA The highest peak in Georgia, Brasstown Bald not far from Downtown Blairsville. There you'll find a 360-degree view of four states (Georgia, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina) is unbeatable. Blairsville offers outdoor adventure seekers pristine hiking trails including the legendary Appalachian Trail which passes through the area. A few of the trails including Helton Creek Falls Trail and the Trahlyta Lake Trail in Vogel State Park will lead you to stunning waterfalls. Nothing beats breathing in crisp mountain air while soaking up nature’s beauty. Downtown Blairsville is home to the area’s cutest shops and restaurants with the tastiest menus. In the center of the square, you will find the iconic Union County Courthouse, which doubles as a museum of Union County and Native American history. For those looking to experience the flavors of Blairsville - several wineries including Odom Springs Winery and Living Water Winery & Vineyard are offering visitors beautiful scenery and tasting opportunities. A visit to Blairsville wouldn’t be complete without a little moonshine and spirits at Grandaddy Mimms Distilling Co. or a beer tasting at the new Blairsville Brewing Company. The annual Sorghum Festival is set to take place October 12 & 13 and 19 & 20 at Meeks Park. Blairsville's longest running festival celebrates the ancient art of cooking sweet syrup from sorghum cane. This fall festival is one of the most popular in Georgia and is a celebration of the locally grown sorghum plant. A variety of accommodations are available including cozy cottages, mountain cabins or an apartment downtown, all of which are perfect for weekend getaways or week-long adventure. www.visitblairsvillega.com Pensacola Families can enjoy hayrides and pumpkin patches at Holland Farms, just a short drive from downtown Pensacola, where you can pick sunflowers and pumpkins while enjoying homemade treats. Couples can explore local fall festivals like the Pensacola Seafood Festival in late September or the Great Gulfcoast Arts Festival in November. Known as the "Festival City of the South," Pensacola has an event for everyone throughout the season.
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    41 mins

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