Episode 513

It’s the best of Season 5! We begin with the ESi Ironman competition with Ashley in Augusta. Next we’re off with David to the Wild West in Cartersville at the Booth Western Art Museum. We meet up with Chef Marvin Woods in Atlanta for some first-class Southern Cuisine at Empire State South. Later we tour the wondrous Gibbs Gardens with Michelle in Ball Ground. Turn back the clock with Rickey in Cockspur Island at Fort Pulaski and explore the architectural wonders of this battle tested coastal fort. The best of continues with Bruce who enjoys a walk through the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site in Atlanta with Dr. King’s older sister. We visit Historic Macon, a walk-able city that boasts a rich music and architectural history. Lastly we journey to pristine sandy beaches and the stunning historic district of Jekyll Island.

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Episode 602

We journey to Noah’s Ark, an amazing animal sanctuary in Locust Grove, where lions, tigers and ...

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Episode 602

We journey to Noah’s Ark, an amazing animal sanctuary in Locust Grove, where lions, tigers and ...

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Episode 602

We journey to Noah’s Ark, an amazing animal sanctuary in Locust Grove, where lions, tigers and ...



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Season 5: Episode 513

Historic Macon

Macon, Ga.

Living History means exactly what it says in Macon. An unmatched presence of ante-bellum homes, mansions and theaters that has presented everyone from Harry Houdini to Little Richard and is home to musicians such as the Allman Brothers and classical violinist Robert McDuffie. Unlike so many other cities that tear down their old buildings, Macon protects and preserves the evidence of its centuries as a center of commerce and culture, on the banks of the Ocmulgee.

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Macon

Empire State South

Atlanta, Ga.

Chef Marvin Woods visits the unique Empire State South. This southern style restaurant appeals to a broad range with options ranging from breakfast, lunch and dinner with a to-go lunch program, courtyard bocce ball and an extensive coffee bar.

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Empire State South

Fort Pulaski

Tybee Island, Ga.

Explore the stunning, coastal Fort Pulaski. See the technological surprise that helped Union forces seize the fort from Confederates during the Civil War. It's a tale of how clever thinking trumped old assumptions to influence the course of the battle ... and the war.

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Fort Pulaski

Jekyll Island

Brunswick, Ga.

It’s vacation time at one of the country’s most beautiful beaches. Take a stroll along these tranquil shores and to a luxurious getaway that was once the richest, most exclusive club in the world, The Jekyll Island Club Hotel.

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Jekyll Island Club Hotel

Ironman Augusta

Augusta, Ga.

Augusta, GA, takes spectator-friendly sporting to an unprecedented level with the annual ESI Ironman 70.3 half-marathon. This swim, bike, run, and fun event present a physical challenge with clear emotional significance.

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Ironman

The Martin Luther King Jr. Center

Atlanta, Ga.

Established in 1968 by Coretta Scott King, The King Center is the official, living memorial dedicated to advancing the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. We take a tour with Host Bruce Burkhardt and Dr. King’s older sister Dr. Christine King Farris to learn about his remarkable life and hear her stories about Dr. King as a child.

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http://www.thekingcenter.org/

Booth Western Museum

Cartersville, Ga.

David visits Booth Western Museum’s where the triennial exhibition features the home to the world’s largest permanent exhibit of Western Art. David learns what defines western art and explores the children’s area, the Sage Brush Ranch where kids can create their own cowboy, cow girl artwork.

Gibbs Gardens

Ball Ground, Ga.

The Gibbs family has creatively planned and developed more than 220 acres of gardens. Their 300 acres estate has a 25 year old manor house that overlooks the mountains and gardens. Join Michelle as she explores the grounds of this enchanted wonderland.

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Gibbs Gardens