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Summer Vacations: ideas by region

By Teresa Plowright, About.com

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Southeast US

summer vacations - Sea Island Georgia, photo courtesy of Sea Island Resorts.photo courtesy of Sea Island Resorts.

Some like it hot: and these destinations won't disappoint. Most are beach-side; but a guest writer takes an ambitious road trip that mixes history with kid-friendly fun.

  • Alabama: Gulf Shores-sugar-white beaches; waterpark; good prices
  • History + Fun in Memphis and Atlanta
  • American South Road Trip - Montgomery, The Big Muddy (Mississippi River), Memphis...
  • Sea Island, Georgia: 10,000 acres, 5 miles of beach
  • Georgia: Stone Mountain Park - nature plus play zones
  • NC: Outer Banks -sand dunes; laid-back; some amusements too
  • NC: Earthshine Mountain Lodge- luxury B&B with family fun
  • SC: Hilton Head - upscale resorts, kid-friendly, nature walks
  • SC: Myrtle Beach- beaches, amusement parks, golf
  • TN: Chattanooga - lots to do beyond the choo-choo

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