Lake Lanier Islands Early Bird Discounts to LanierWorld

The best sales on the stuff you need always seem to happen when you don’t need that stuff anymore.  Winter clothing goes on sale in March and summer clothing goes on sale in October.  The best time to buy motorcycle tires is in February.  But …

Shady Grove Campground on Lake Lanier Opens 3-30-15

If have faith enough to believe such things, spring is scheduled to begin on Friday, March 20, 2015.  Ten days later, Shady Grove Campground opens at 8:30 a.m., Monday, March 30.  They’ll remain open until November 8. Our friends at Forsyth County Parks and Recreation invite …

Northeast Georgia Mountains’ Fabulous Bed & Breakfast Inns

Our friends with the Northeast Georgia Mountains Travel Association always have great tips on the best places to enjoy time in our beloved mountains.  This month, they bring us tasty news that foodies will love: Bed & Breakfast inns (B&Bs) that serve culinary delights, also …

Georgia’s 2015 Travel Guide & Fried Green Tomatoes

Georgia’s Governor Nathan Deal met with Georgia Department of Economic Development (GDEcD) Commissioner Chris Carr and Georgia’s tourism industry leaders for the annual Tourism, Hospitality & Arts Day at the state Capitol on January 27, 2015.  Gov. Deal revealed the cover of Georgia’s official 2015 state travel …

SnowWorld at Lake Lanier Islands to Close 1-25-15

On Monday, January 12, 2015, we were happy to bring you news of all the fun you could have at SnowWorld at Lanier Islands all the way through March first. That was then. This is now. The very next day the folks who manage Lanier …

The 2015 Atlanta Boat Show Ends Sunday, Jan. 18th

The Lake Lanier Association (LLA) will be at the 2015 Atlanta Boat Show running now through Sunday, January 18th at the Georgia World Congress Center.   You’ll find them in booth #236. LLA has a free prize for any current members who stop by their booth to …

There’s No World Like SnowWorld at Lanier Islands on MLK Day

One day, when no one was looking, Lake Lanier Islands changed its name to Lanier Islands.  We’re not sure when or why that happened.  Just one of those mysteries of life.  One thing is for sure, there are still plenty of considerate, community minded, creative folks …

First Day Hikes in Georgia on January 1st 2015

    New Year’s resolutions often include exercise.  So, Georgia’s State Parks and Historic Sites are offering ways to make getting in shape more fun.  Start 2015 off right with a “First Day Hike.” Increase your metabolism and decrease your waistline with a healthy walk in …

Lake Lanier Polar Bear Plunge New Year’s Day 2015

Don’t just tell your in-laws to go jump in a lake — go with them!  There’s room for one and all on New Year’s Day at the Polar Bear Plunge!  The chilly fun takes place at the rowing club at the Lake Lanier Olympic Venue …

40% Lodging Discount at Amicalola Falls State Park

Lake Lanier is fabulous, but sometimes you just need to head for the mountains.  The Dawson County Office of Tourism Development brings you tidings of 40% discounts on lodging at Amicalola Falls State Park & Lodge — in the shadow of Springer Mountain and the Appalachian Trail …