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Tour Guide Philip Proctor visits the Fighting Irish in Dublin, Georgia. The Fighting Irish of Dublin High School, that is! Accompanied by Head Football Coach Roger Holmes, Phil explores the Shamrock Bowl stadium, the Page House Bed and Breakfast and downtown Dublin. Of course, being our resident food expert, a visit to local eatery the Blue Plate Restaurant was definitely in order!

There may be several things to do in Toombs County that you already know about, but did you know that Santa Claus is also in Toombs County? Georgia Travelers resident detective David Zelski heads to Toombs County In Search Of Santa Claus. During his journey, he visits several places in Lyons, Georgia, including the Blue Marquee Theater, and then heads to Georgia's onion town, Vidalia. Does he find Claus? You must watch to find out.

Known for its famously sweet onions, Vidalia, Georgia is home to the only festival dedicated to our state vegetable, it’s the Vidalia Onion Festival! Phil and David take in all the sites, which include monster trucks, and the death-defying Black Daggers sky diving team. The smell of all those delicious onions in the air draws the guys to the onion eating contest and Phil is declared the winner (big surprise)! And David Zelski… well, he makes a good showing. The Vidalia Onion Festival is held every year near the end of April. Oh, and it’s pronounced VI-DAY-YA!"

Known as the Little Amazon, the Altamaha River winds through middle Georgia all the way to the coast. Along with the owner of Southeast Adventure, Michael Gowen, Georgia Traveler explores this majestic wonder. With only a kayak and a sense of humor Phil tackles the Altamaha and all of its splendor. To set up your own trip or find out more information visit Southeast Adventure at their website at www.southeastadventure.com

Known for its peaceful lodge and cottages near the lake, Little Ocmulgee State Park offers visitors lots of options when they come for a visit. David takes a canoe trip, and then brushes up on his golf game at the putt-putt course. The Wallace Adams Golf Course is located in the park, so David and pro, Don Gillis, take a few swings on the front nine. His golf game not withstanding, David has a great time, and you will too, when you visit Little Ocmulgee State Park and Lodge. www.gastateparks.org