Albany CVB Blog
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Classic Cooking in Georgia’s Albany Will Make You Hungry for More
Posted on 6/12/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ TravelThe South is famous for its classical cuisine, and Albany is no different. Featuring historic and beloved establishments, eating in Albany is an experience in and of itself. Pearly’s Famous Country Cooking has been whipping up a traditional breakfast and lunch menu for nearly 50 years. Sometimes the lines are long, but it’s not uncommon to see staff going through the parking lot and taking orders from cars. Even if you do have to wait a little while, Pearly’s fluffy biscuits, creamy grits and famous fried chicken will have you convinced it was worth it. Go
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Reel in Aquatic Adventure on Albany, Georgia’s Flint River
Posted on 5/8/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ Outdoor‚ Sports‚ TravelGet up close and personal with Albany’s Flint River at the Cypress Point Canoe and Kayak Launch, opened in the autumn of 2014. After two years of construction and preparation, the public launch is finally ready for paddlers to take to the water and experience Albany’s natural resource in a new way. You’re welcome to bring your own canoe or kayak, or rent one from Kayak Attack Adventure at 229-669-1259. Kayak Attack will deliver the equipment to your desired drop in point. Once you’re finished, give them a call and they will pick you up. Guided trips and private lessons are also offered. Traveling with younger children? Two person kayaks are available for rent as well. Go
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Programming at the Flint RiverQuarium Offers a Glimpse into a New World
Posted on 5/8/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ TravelHave you ever been to an aquarium, perhaps the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta? Or maybe even Orlando’s Sea World? Albany has its own version of an aqua habitat and museum, but it’s way more special than an aquarium – it’s a RiverQuarium. The Flint RiverQuarium is a one-of-a-kind adventure featuring a unique 175,000 gallon blue hole spring, one of the few open-air aquariums in the world. Following the Flint’s amazing 350-mile journey to the Gulf of Mexico, the RiverQuarium offers a look at Southwest Georgia’s mysterious underwater world with more than 120 species of fish, alligators, turtles and other aquatic animals. The Cypress Pond Aviary is home to more than 30 kinds of birds indigenous to the Flint River watershed. Next door is the Adventure Center, which houses changing exhibitions, and the Imagination Theater, the area’s only large-screen format theater. Go
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Albany, Georgia Rocks a Long Musical History
Posted on 4/17/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Arts‚ History‚ TravelOne thing is for sure – Albany, Georgia really knows how to rock! When you come to Albany, you’ll almost certainly stop and see our rotating monument to Ray Charles on Front Street. Plenty of people know that the soul pioneer was an Albany native, born here in 1930, and lots of people also know how proud we are of our most recent hometown musical celebrities, Luke Bryan and Phillip Phillips. Country star Luke Bryan was born in the suburb of Leesburg, and got his start as a songwriter for the likes of Billy Currington and Travis Tritt before recording his own albums and shooting to stardom. And 11th American Idol Phillip Phillips was born right here in Albany and grew up in Bryan’s hometown of Leesburg, winning the 2010 “Albany Star” competition before going on to be the American Idol champion with the best-selling ‘coronation single’ to date. Go
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Albany appetites are Georgia grown
Posted on 4/17/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ TravelGrowing up, I was fortunate to have a set of grandparents that loved fresh vegetables and fruit. We would visit and spend a good portion of our weekend shucking corn or shelling beans. The reward? All that delicious, fresh cooking that I always related to my grandmother’s house. Unfortunately, I lost the chance for her creamed corn in 2012 when Ed Nanny moved on to a higher place. (No one’s pecan pie or green beans will ever compare). But, it taught me to appreciate the local produce wherever I was living. Go
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Spring Weather Brings Albany Adventures
Posted on 3/16/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ History‚ Outdoor‚ Sports‚ TravelThe past two weeks have seen the temperature hit the lower 80s during the day. As the trees and bushes are starting to bloom, cars are starting to have a slight yellow tint. Restaurant patios and parks are starting to have lunch guests. Spring has definitely sprung in South Georgia and I couldn’t be happier. I love spring weather. It is the perfect time to enjoy the world’s natural beauty. Before it gets too warm (hello, humidity) and too buggy (oh, hey, gnats), let’s enjoy Albany’s great outdoors. Between bicycle trips, hiking trails, river adventures, relaxation and more, Albany (and this list) has something for everyone. Without further ado, here is your outdoor guide to Visiting Albany, Georgia: Go
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The Albany Civil Rights Institute honors the music and memories of a movement
Posted on 2/13/2015 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ History‚ TravelAn incredible museum space tells the story of Albany’s battle for social justice ALBANY, GEORGIA – February, 2015 – Located on the Flint River in southwest Georgia, an ideal stopping point when en route to/from Savannah and Charleston or even Florida, Albany is a can’t miss stop for exploring America’s Black History. Beginning with the city’s historic antebellum Welcome Center, designed and built by former slave and noted engineer Horace King, roots of history run deep here. In ‘Selma,’ the new film about Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s efforts to spread social change in the South, you may have caught references to the Albany Movement, an early attempt and a key step in the ultimate battle for civil liberties. Today, The Albany Civil Rights Institute commemorates the Albany Movement and the battle for social justice in small-town Georgia. TIP: Start with the film presentation at the Institute, a moving beginning to a visit here. Go
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Unveil your inner artiste with artistic explorations in Albany, Georgia
Posted on 11/16/2014 by Rashelle
Posted within: Arts‚ Family Friendly‚ TravelLocated on the Flint River in southwest Georgia, an ideal stopping point, about an hour off I-10 and only 30 minutes from I-75, when en route to/from Savannah and Charleston or even Florida, Albany is a hub for arts and culture. Take, for instance, the city's newest addition, the Art Park, an open air community center in the heart of urban, downtown Albany, highlighting local artists and open to the public. The urban Art Park is also an event facility open to performances and gatherings. Visit Albany during the annual Color Run 5K and experience the Art Park first-hand during the after party. Or attend the Pink Parade Fashion Show, an annual fundraiser for Breast Cancer Awareness, and savor the sight of the colorful Art Park which serves as a unique backdrop for elements of the Show, including dance videos, photo shoots and media campaigns. Go
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Take a Scientific Trip to Albany, Georgia
Posted on 9/14/2014 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ Outdoor‚ TravelIt’s technically not quite autumn yet, but with the kids back in school, parents may be thinking of family weekends that are educational as well as fun. Last month we shared some tips for creating a historically-educational itinerary, and this month we have a science-themed list of attractions that are both exciting and unique! Take a look below at what only Albany has to offer: Go
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Educational Adventures In Albany
Posted on 8/20/2014 by Rashelle
Posted within: Family Friendly‚ History‚ TravelNow that the kids are back in school, you may be switching gears from beach-minded summertime fun to more educational weekend adventures. If you’re looking for a destination where the family can pick up a little history while they play, Albany, Georgia is the place for you. Check out this list of some of the historic sites in the area: Go