#21 best destination in the world
Doll’s Head Trail
- Trail dedicated to found art in an abandoned 19th century brick factory site
- The work of a local carpenter named Joel Slaton, who envisioned an art project created from discarded doll parts and other trash that was scattered around the site
- He encouraged visitors to contribute their own found art, and it’s been collecting there ever since
- The pieces are mostly doll heads, but also include bottles, collages, decorated old bricks, and beheaded doll and truck parts.
Junkman’s Daughter
- Storefront with an eclectic interior selling unique clothing, costumes, and unusual gifts
Atlanta Botanical Garden
- Composed of a number of smaller themed gardens, such as the Japanese garden and the rose garden, two woodland areas, the Upper Woodland, and the Storza Woods, which feature large trees and shade-loving flowers and undergrowth
- The Children’s Garden features whimsical sculptures, fountains, and interpretive exhibits on botany, ecology, and nutrition
- Founded in 1973
David J. Sencer CDC Museum
- Museum at Centers for Disease Control & Prevention headquarters showcasing public-health history
Mercier Orchards
- Orchard in the North Georgia Mountains, and open all year long
- They offer U-Pick on many seasonal fruits, a bakery featuring fried pies, a restaurant, and a shop
Anna Ruby Falls
- Twin waterfalls accessible via a half mile paved trail
- Curtis Creek and York Creek join at the base of the falls to form Smith Creek, which flows into Unicoi Lake
- Both Curtis and York creeks begin on Tray Mountain
Georgia Guidestones
- Granite monument erected in 1980
- A set of 10 guidelines is inscribed on the structure in eight modern languages and a shorter message is inscribed at the top of the structure in four ancient language scripts
- The anonymity of the guidestones’ authors and their apparent advocacy of population control, eugenics, and internationalism have made them a target for controversy and conspiracy theory
Savannah Historic District
- Historical district prior to the American Civil War era.
- Known for its 18th and 19th-century architecture and green spaces.
The Paris Market
- Bi-level boutique offering an eclectic range of antiques, housewares, gifts & jewelry
Neptune Park
- Water park with pools, water slides and sun loungers offering swimming lessons, and classes, as well as a miniature golf course
Costs
Number of Days: 18 days
Best Time To Fly: March-May
Airline tickets: $353
Seattle -> Atlanta (round trip) = $353
Food: $45/day x 18 days = $810
Rental car: $55/day x 18 days = $990
Gas: $61
Entertainment: $93
Airbnb: $178/day x 17 days = $3,026
TOTAL: $5,333
