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Spend Less Money On Your Perfect Beach Rental

May 12, 2013 | By Erin Shaw Street | Comments (1)

If your beach vacation lasts longer than a day or two, you’re already doing your bank account a huge favor by opting for a house of condo rental over racking up fees at a hotel. But what if we said you could save even more? We tapped experts along the Gulf—rental central—to find out how you can get the best […]

Take The Perfect Beach Family Portrait

May 11, 2013 | By Erin Shaw Street | Comments (0)

We’ve all seen the posed shots with everyone in white shirts and khaki pants. You can do better, with these three expert tips. 1. Wear some color. White is the most difficult color to shoot. For other palette options, mix in corals, pinks, and navy, which photograph better than white and other shades similar to sand. 2. Shoot in early […]

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You Shot It: Spring At The Beach

April 27, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada and Kate Phillips | Comments (0)

Every week on Southern Snapshot we share an image that captures the beauty and spirit of the South. Whether the photos come from staff photographers, our latest issue, or from you, they always represents one of the many reasons we love the South.

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Soaking Up The Sun in Florida

March 2, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (2)

In the world of Instagram cliches, I’m the person guilty of routinely posting blue skies, palm trees and water. There’s not a beach scene that doesn’t find a home in my mobile adobe. Needless to say, to me South Florida is heaven. And it’s not just because Miami is my hometown.

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South Carolina’s Hammock Coast

February 23, 2013 | By Kate Phillips and Stephanie Granada | Comments (4)

In our March issue we offer up a drive from Mount Pleasant to Murrells Inlet that takes you away from popular Charleston and Myrtle Beach to the fishing villages and tranquil beaches in between. These coastal outtakes have us wanting to jump into our cars straight away.

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Southern Snapshot: Ocean City, Maryland

February 16, 2013 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (3)

When I told people I was going to Ocean City this week, few even knew where exactly the town was let alone what was there. And that’s a shame because it truly is a beautiful beach town filled with friendly locals, fresh seafood spots, and one of the country’s most iconic boardwalks. Here are some of our favorite OC attractions.

Deal of the Week: 20% Off Panama City Resort

August 2, 2012 | By Cory Bordonaro | Comments (1)

Looking for a last-minute summer getaway, or a trip to the beach after everyone else goes home? Check out Bay Point Resort— a secluded Panama City gem.

North Carolina’s Secret Beach Mailbox

July 5, 2012 | By Jessica Stringer | Comments (0)

Photo courtesy North Carolina’s Brunswick Islands Like a barbecue joint on a back road, some of the best things in the South are well-kept secrets. On a beach tucked between busy Wilmington, North Carolina, and bustling Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, stands another little-known treasure: a lone mailbox stuffed full of hopes and wishes from people all around the world. The […]

Happy 1st Day of Summer!

June 20, 2012 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (1)

It’s the first official day of summer! That means three full months of all the beach-loving, sun-soaking, waterhole dwelling you can take. To make sure you get the most out of your summer in the South, we have created the ultimate guide to the best cold treats, picnic spots, swimming holes, cool-weather clothes, and beachside hotels the South has to […]

Deal of The Week: Resort Credit at LaPlaya Beach Resort in Naples

June 5, 2012 | By Stephanie Granada | Comments (2)

Photo courtesy LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort Get an updated taste of Old Florida in this luxury resort set on one of Naples’ only private beaches. All the rooms at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort—none smaller than 450 square feet—are decorated with a simple palate of beachy colors and wood accents that reflect the beauty of the unspoiled Gulf views […]

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