Wherever your interests lie, there's a can't-miss travel destination in the Southeast. Rich in history, culture amd adventurous things to do, the eight states in our region are home to a treasure trove of great places. You're probably familiar with more than a few, but some of them are quirky in ways that may surprise you.

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Ceudy Gutierrez reads a book to her 2-year-old son, Matias, at their home in Buford, GA, on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. Ceudy Gutierrez is struggling to make ends meet for herself and her three young kids following her husband’s ICE arrest earlier this fall. (Miguel Martinez/ AJC)

Credit: Miguel Martinez-Jimenez