TravelswithTommyandLori

In this episode we venture back to Mount Mitchell, the highest elevation east of the Mississippi, to visit the highest elevation grave of Elisha Mitchell. This mountain has kicked my tail twice. Will it win again?

In this episode, Tommy and I continue our journey through the Western North Carolina Mountains to visit Emerald Village, a historical feldspar mine that produced some of the world's most popular products. This mine is home to some of the most beautiful natural minerals in North America and has some pretty cool exhibits to show off its history.

#historicalplaces #hikingtrails #civilwarhistory In this episode, Tommy and I travel to Resaca, Georgia, to visit the historical site that was the beginning of Sherman's Campaign into Atlanta. We didn't have time to do more than drive through, but the history of the battle was fascinating and for those hiking enthusiasts, there are miles of trails within the park to explore as well as tons of wildlife.

There's two sides to every story and the truth usually lies somewhere in the middle. What really started the historical feud between the Tilley Bend and Stanley Gap Communities? We think we know and it's a whole lot more than the legends even let on.

In this episode, Tommy and I return to our land after almost a year to work on the pond which was overtaken by the invasive duckweed and about three feet of sludge on the bottom. It was a grueling four days and unfortunately it's going to lead into another video in the next few weeks. Because we are environmentally conscious, we're trying our best do everything without the use of herbicides and harsh chemicals that might harm the ecosystem for days to come. It makes for slower progress, but sometimes, the turtle really does win the race!

In this episode, Tommy and I visit beautiful Blue Ridge, GA., in search of the truth of the Legend of Elizabeth Jane Bradley, also known as the Tilley Bend Witch. In 1905, Elizabeth was hung after her community members believed the curse she'd placed on them, as well as a neighboring community, had come true. Elizabeth's curse was the result of long-standing feud between the Tilley Bend settlement and the residents of neighboring Stanley Gap. On the day of her hanging, Elizabeth not only extended the curse, but vowed she would return. A year after her death, believing she'd held true to her promise, both communities hung her sister-in-law Mary. Elizabeth's story still lives in the rich history of the Blue Ridge Mountains and survived long after the feud had been forgotten. But was there any truth to it? Join us as we attempt to uncover the facts.

In this episode, Tommy and I blow of steam the only way we know how... We hit the road searching out road signs and crystals. Our travels take us to Franklin, NC to Cowee Gift Shop and Mason Mountain Mine to get some gem dirt to bring home for gem grubbing. After that, it's a freestyle through Rabun County, Georgia, where we explore Wolf Creek Baptist Church and cemetery, as well as find a hidden gem in the 1913 Jail located off of the Tallulah River. Links: http://masonmtnmine.com

In this episode, Tommy and I visit Fort Yargo, an amazing campground and historical monument in Winder, Ga. It's filled with activities and interesting things to do and see! From the fort, build in 1797 to the amazing amenities ranging from premium campsites to luxury lakeside yurts, this place seems to have it all!

In this episode, Tommy and I get a private tour to one of the state's few privately owned, working heritage homesteads. The William Harris Homestead is a hidden gem in Monroe that hosts a variety of re-enactments for school children and the general public alike. The beautiful working farm remains home to members of the Harris Family, who have dedicated their lives to ensuring their family's history and home, remain intact, while educating over !25,000 Georgia school students. This gorgeous homestead is also available for weddings and other events. Admission is $6; $5 for seniors. Links: https://www.facebook.com/harrishomestead1825/

Pt. 1 of 2... In this episode we visit the AMAZING Atlanta History Center thinking we were just chasing down another part of the Great Locomotive Chase... the gorgeous Texas, which was instrumental in recapturing the legendary General Locomotive. Instead, we ended up captivated by the Cyclorama, an 1886 painting of Sherman's Siege on Atlanta. The colors and artistry of the painting was breathtaking along with the mind-blowing diorama built in the 1930's. This History Center has it ALL!!!!! So much, that we're having to break it up into a two part series! We highly encourage anyone who's able, to make the trip to see the awesome displays, but make sure you plan to spend the day as just a few hours will not cut it!

In this episode, we travel to Greenville, South Carolina to check out what has been called the largest Civil War artifact collection ever and we can't disagree!!! We saw things in this museum that we haven't seen in Nationally funded museums. This is a must see if you're a historian or Civil War Enthusiast! We promise you'll find the most knowledgeable guides anywhere!

In this episode, we go back to Clarkesville to check out Miles Through Time, a small automotive museum hidden within in an antique mall. This museum had some famous Hollywood cars and some fantastic examples of automobiles throughout history, starting with Buckboard Wagons and ending with Porsche. We highly recommend visiting this perfect museum with its art and vintage cars and then afterward, tour through the antique mall its hidden within for some awesome, unique must-haves! Links: https://milesthroughtime.com

In this episode, Tommy and I wrap up our Chattanooga, Tennessee trip by visiting Rock City and let me tell you... It was AMAZING!!! It's definitely on my top 10 places I've ever visited and a place worth going back to! From the winding rock laden trails, to the spectacular views from Lookout Mountain, to the enchanting Fairytale Caverns beneath Lookout Mountain... we can't say enough or show you enough. This place was truly everything and more!!! After our amazing visit, we give you a review of our hotel, as well as two must-visit places for excellent food. It's no secret that Chattanooga is one of our favorite places for a quick get-away because it has so much to offer, but we encourage everyone to visit Rock City and let yourself become a child as you're immersed in the fairytale dream of Frieda Carter.

In this episode Tommy and I explore historical downtown Clarkesville, Georgia and learn about Moses Harshaw, the Meanest Man in Georgia (He seriously earned that title), before going off on a failed wild goose chase, looking for ancient ruins in the sleepy mountain backroads between Clarkesville and Helen, GA. Before finding ourselves in downtown Helen for lunch, we spent a few moments visiting Amy's Creek Cemetery. Lunch was at Slice of Helen. Totally worth it for staff, service, and food! Those burgers were GLORIOUS! HUGE shoutout to Old Clarkesville Cemetery for the work they're going and the care they're putting into restoring this historical gem! Links: Ancient Archeological findings in Clarkesville: https://apalacheresearch.com/2019/05/13/alec-mountain-archaeological-zone/ Old Clarkesville Cemetery: https://oldclarkesvillecemetery.com Clarkesville Welcome Center: https://nowhabersham.com/venue/clarkesville-welcome-center/ Slice of Helen: https://www.facebook.com/Slice-of-Helen-108839104748758

In this episode, Tommy and I visit Marietta's Sope Creek Trail and the site of what was once the largest paper mill in the state. Along with these historical ruins, Sope Creek is a beautiful urban trail that offers scenic views and birdwatching. The hike down to the mill is easy as long as you pay attention to the exposed root systems along the trail. Total trail length is a 3.6 mile loop. It's definitely a place worth visiting! Parking is $5 for the day. Links: https://npplan.com/parks-by-state/georgia/at-a-glance-chattahoochee-river-national-recreation-area/park-units-chattahoochee-river-national-recreation-area/cochran-shoals-chattahoochee-river-national-recreation-area/hiking-trails-cochran-shoals-unit-of-the-crnra/sope-creek-hiking-trails-cochran-shoals-unit-of-the-crnra/

#HAUNTED #PARANORMAL #SOUTHCAROLINA In this episode Tommy and I travel to Upstate South Carolina to visit number one and number two on South Carolina's Most Terrifyingly Haunted Road Trip Destinations. Let me just say, we UNDERSTAND why number one is number one. This video gave us both chills as we seemed to discover some voices from beyond the grave attempting to communicate with us. (No, we're not joking...) If you want to take the trip yourself, here's the link to the article with an included map: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/south-carolina/upstate-sc-haunted-road-trip/ Afterwards, we had lunch at The Hook, Seafood and Oyster House in Anderson, SC. Totally worth it for price and quality of food! Definitely visit this place if you're in the Anderson area and have time to stop for lunch or dinner! Link: https://www.thehooksc.com

In this episode, Tommy and I track down the grave of little known historic figure Micajah "Clark" Dyer, pioneer aviator whom got little to no recognition for his invention which predated the Wright Brothers by about 30 years. Afterwards, we stumble on to a cemetery that holds a dark history and the remains of a murdered revered in the Choestoe Valley, who may have taken the identity of his killer into the grave with him.

In this episode, Tommy and I wrap up our whirlwind Savannah New Year's trip by visiting the historic Fort Pulaski and the beautifully iconic Bonaventure Cemetery, made famous by the book and movie, Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Both places have appeared on numerous paranormal television shows and are famous for the alleged ghosts that haunt them. Fort Pulaski is an architectural marvel with the millions of bricks, moat, drawbridges and tunnels. Built long before the Civil War, it was thought to be impenetrable until, in 1862, it was overtaken by Union Forces. Many have reported seeing soldiers lurking in the stairways and tunnels, as well as hearing footsteps echoing through the chambers of the cavernous fort. Bonaventure is stepped in mystery and legends, from the fires of the original plantation home, to the graves that now overtake the once glorious homestead. The final resting places of Gracie Watson and Corinne Elliot Lawson, are a constant draw for those interested in the paranormal, as many have reported strange anomalies at those graves, as well as several others throughout Bonaventure. Whether you believe in the paranormal and ghosts, or not.... Bonaventure is a sight to see with it's towering oaks dripping with Spanish Moss. Contact us at: travelswithtommyandlori@gmail.com

In this episode, Tommy and I visit the historic Barnett Shoals and Star's Thread Mill, including the former mill town's cemetery. This 1800's mill once not only produced fine, cotton yarns, but it also provided the first electricity to the Athens and Watkinsville area. Built in 1800, the mill is now just crumbling ruins with very little remnants left of its hay-days. After that, we journeyed to the ruins of another mill located in Arnoldsville. From there, we went into Athens to eat at the Royal Peasant for some Guiness and authentic fish and chips. Links: Historic Barnett Shoals Star's Mill and Cemetery: josvault.wordpress.com The Royal Peasant: https://www.royalpeasant.com

In this episode, Tommy and I take you through some of favorite places we've visited in 2021 as we prepare for the New Year and new adventures. We're so grateful to be able to do these videos and are grateful for the support we get from our viewers and fellow YouTubers. We hope you'll stick around and continue to follow us as we grow! Happy New Year!

In this episode, Tommy and I are looking for something to do locally on a rainy day and we decide to check out our town's art center. We were completely blown away by the talent and amassed a huge wish-list of must-have items! The Quinlan Art Center is free, and because of that, we hope that our local viewers take advantage of the opportunity to see some incredibly talented Georgia artists and patronize a place that brings so much enrichment to our community. After viewing the incredible art, we attempted lunch, yet again, at the Collegiate Grill in Downtown Gainesville, only to be disappointed -again- by it being closed. We ended up at the Mellow Mushroom, and even though pizza is my number one least favorite, the food was still good and the service was amazing. If the food isn't enough to draw you in, you should totally go for the historical home setting! Links: http://www.quinlanartscenter.org https://mellowmushroom.com/location/ga-gainesville-700-green-st-ne-30501/ https://www.vision2030.org

In this episode, Tommy surprises me by taking me to one of the coolest cemeteries we've ever visited where we saw million dollar graves, experienced paranormal activity in many forms, and were blown away by the gorgeous landscaping and spiritual monuments. People of note who are buried in Arlington... The Telephone Lady; Legendary Sports Caster, Harry Carey; NASCAR Legend Raymond Parks. Highly recommend visiting this gorgeous memorial park whether its to stare in awe at the elaborate monuments or sit and contemplate life. It's truly a place of peace and reflection. Afterwards, he took me to one of my all-time favorite places, Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken for an amazing lunch! Links: https://gusfriedchicken.com/sandy-springs-georgia-location/

In this episode, Tommy and I revisit some old haunts and find a few new ones! The fall colors were spectacular along Wolf Pen Gap as we traveled to Dick's Creek Falls, back to Helton Creek Falls, and discovered Trahlyta Falls. The views were spectacular and the colors were almost sensory overload. We encountered a few offbeat hikers along the way before we stopped in at The Tomato House for a perfect lunch! There's no link for The Tomato House, but here's the location and contact information: 2512 Cleveland Hwy, Murrayville, GA 30564 Phone: (706) 867-8052

Welcome to our 100th EPISODE!!!!!!!! *insert party horn here* To those who have stuck with us since the very awkward beginnings, THANK YOU!!! In this episode, Tommy and I discover that South Carolina has more to offer than just sandy beaches and fantastic seafood. We left Blairsville and traveled to Westminster, South Carolina to visit the legendary Stump Hill Tunnel and Issaqueena Falls. Both places were worth seeing and hold some incredible stories in history! They also offer unique hiking experiences for the waterfall or cave enthusiasts as well as mountain biking trails. Afterwards, as we journeyed toward home, we stopped off at one of our favorite restaurants, Chef Tommy's Thai Cuisine in Dawsonville, Georgia for lunch, sharing the BEST Pad Thai, fried calamari, and spring rolls, we've found since we started this vlog. When it's that good, you keep going back! We suggest trying it if you ever find yourself in the Dawsonville, Ga, area. It's located across Georgia 400, across from the North Georgia Premium Outlet Mall. LINKS: Issaqueena Falls and Stump House Tunnel: https://discoversouthcarolina.com/products/7 Chef Tommy's: https://www.cheftommythai.com

In this episode, we camp at Trackrock in Blairsville and visit the adorable Cupid Falls and the majestic Bell Mountain. We stop for brunch at the Blairsville Skillet and have a beautiful breakfast. Links: Trackrock: https://trackrock.com The Blairsville Skillet Cafe: https://www.facebook.com/blairsvilleskillet/ Cupid Falls: https://www.exploregeorgia.org/young-harris/outdoors-nature/hiking/cupid-falls Bell Mountain: http://www.townscountyga.org/bell-mountain-park---historical-site.html