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I’m writing from my first flight since the week before March lockdown.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and as families across the country make plans to visit relatives, host dinner parties or celebrate at home with housemates, the CDC offers guidelines for a low-risk holiday this year.

There are now an incredible amount of recipes for the whole family to enjoy filled with flavors of cinnamon, maple, ginger, lemon and more, which allow even vegetarians and vegans to enjoy delicious meals on a holiday traditionally centered around a turkey.

This year, Thanksgiving dinner is bound to look a little different.

Christmas has come to town early! The World of Illumination’s Candy Rush light show is officially open at Six Flags White Water in Marietta.

The first thoughts related to Thanksgiving understandably lead to food.

With the pandemic worsening, many are considering virtual Thanksgiving celebrations with family and friends for safety.

Get ready to show off your jousting skills because The Georgia Renaissance Festival is back.

Get ready Atlanta, Santa Claus is officially coming to town and he’s stopping at The Battery Atlanta (virtually that is)!

After giving thanks and indulging in a fair share of Thanksgiving dinner, heading to the couch for an afternoon full of watching TV is part of the holiday tradition for many.

The holiday season will already be challenging this year due to travel restrictions and virtual family gatherings, but the gift of giving is more important than ever.

Whether you’re preparing for Thanksgiving with family or a Friendsgiving celebration with your best pals, show up to the festivities with the best dish of all – dessert.

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is easily one of the most famous Thanksgiving traditions and they are making history again by going virtual for 2020.

Atlanta Beer Festivals, Atlanta Wine Festivals and Atlantic Station have partnered to present the first Atlanta Festival of Lights, a safe drive-thru holiday lights experience.

It’s been quite the year, but now the holidays are upon us and there are many festive things to look forward to.

Move over comfort food … shopping is my new addiction and with this season’s trends, I’m even more susceptible.

One way I found solace on Election Day was by making my way two hours north of the city to the Getaway outpost in Suches, Georgia.

It’s about that time of year where we begin to rotate out our summery sours and Radlers for something a little heavier like milk stouts, pumpkin brews and more.

As if 2020 couldn’t get any worse, we now need to be on the lookout for a caterpillar that causes a world of pain.

If you’re like me, you’ve already decked the halls at home, put on the Christmas playlists and started rewatching your favorite Christmas movies (we all need a little extra joy this year!).

Gather the family, it’s officially time to enjoy some holiday lights! Everyone’s favorite tradition, Garden Lights, Holiday Nights at Atlanta Botanical Gardens, returns Nov. 14 through Jan. 16.

Seeking fun alternatives to in-person group holiday gatherings? Atlanta has an array of virtual classes perfect for groups of friends or co-workers.

Friendsgiving – when gathering with friends becomes a great excuse to have two Thanksgiving meals.

Growing up, Chattanooga was the land of Rock City and Ruby Falls.

As the year slips faster into the colder seasons, you’ll want to find the perfect cozy activities to do in the warmth of your home.

Many environmental documentaries leave viewers feeling hopeless about the state of the earth.

There’s a swanky new joint in town, and guests should be careful, or they may just think they’ve stepped into another decade while trying to escape 2020!

For those planning to make the holidays stress-free by purchasing a pre-made, to-go meal, add the Meals on Wheels Atlanta “Dinner is Served” Thanksgiving feast to your checklist.

With the holiday season just around the corner, COVID-19 has many contemplating if it’s safe to travel this year.

If you haven’t watched already, check out “American Barbecue Showdown” on Netflix.