Hotelier Charlton Claxton Shares His Favorite Places in Georgia

SAVANNAH, Ga. - Feb. 4, 2021 - PRLog -- With bustling cities, quaint towns, breathtaking mountains, and a little nook on the Atlantic Ocean, Georgia has a lot more to offer than you think! Having lived, worked, and traveled all over the state, Georgia-based hotelier, Charlton Claxton, is an expert when it comes to recommending his favorite spots.

1. Savannah
The first on this list HAS to be Savannah. From its Historic Landmark District to the romance of the hanging Spanish moss from the huge oak trees, Savannah is everything you want in a Georgia town.

2. Golden Isles
These barrier islands and port town of Brunswick along the Atlantic coast have all of the amenities any traveler could want. Brunswick is the mainland town exactly as you'd picture it with a wharf and plenty of shrimp boats.

3. Athens
Any history buffs out there? Then you need to run, not walk, to Athens, GA. The city serves as the starting point of Georgia's Antebellum Trail – highlighting Civil War-era homes and period architecture.

4. Atlanta
This capital city is a major hub for business headquarters like Coca-Cola, CNN, and Delta. However, it's also a family-friendly destination with world-renowned sights like the Georgia Aquarium and Legoland Discovery Center Atlanta.

5. Cumberland Island
The largest and southernmost of Georgia's barrier islands, Cumberland Island is as rich in history as it is beautiful. To travel there, you'll hop on a ferry from nearby St. Marys, but the trip is worth the effort.

6. Callaway Gardens
Reconnect with nature at Callaway Gardens. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains is the small town of Pine Mountain. The town is home to the Callaway Gardens: 2,500 acres of gardens, a butterfly center with 1,000-plus butterflies.

7. Dahlonega
You might not think of Georgia when in search of some good wine, but Dahlonega will certainly change your mind! This northern foothill town is labeled the "Heart of Georgia Wine Country," boasting 12 wine tasting rooms and five wineries.

8. Jekyll Island
Part of the Golden Isles, Jekyll Island is your go-to spot for a quiet beach getaway. Visitors can either lounge on 10 miles of pristine beaches or wander through the historic district to see the millionaire's homes that at one time belonged to some of America's richest families.

9. Tybee Island
Only 20 miles southeast of Savannah, this small but charming island has been a popular family beach vacation location for more than a century. Tybee Island's miles of sandy beaches and warm weather make it a prime spot for swimming or sunbathing.

10. Arabia Mountain
With 2,000+ acres, Arabia Mountain offers plenty of adventure not far from Atlanta. Travelers can hike through the Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve or bike the Arabia Mountain PATH.