Southbound Magazine

06/09/2025

Just an hour from Atlanta, the new Georgia Safari Conservation Park in Madison is a sanctuary for 42 species with surprisingly chic accommodations:

The new Georgia Safari Conservation Park in Madison is a sanctuary for 42 species with surprisingly chic accommodations.

06/03/2025

Southwest Alabama is a land dominated by water, from Mobile Bay and the Gulf of Mexico to the Magnolia River and the Mississippi Sound, as well as a host of lakes and lagoons, swamps and sloughs, bogs and bayous:

Expect stunning water views, ecological diversity, and Southern classics on Alabama's Coastal Connection, a National Scenic Byway.

05/30/2025

It’s been more than 25 years since a new theme park opened in Orlando. And Epic Universe, whose attractions opened on May 22, is Universal Orlando’s largest, packing more than 50 experiences into 750 acres:

Here are 5 things you need to know before Universal Epic Universe opens Thursday

05/07/2025

Meet the man who’s logged more than 38,000 miles on the AT and hiked the entire trail a total of 18 times—the informal record:

Meet the man who's logged more than 38,000 miles on the AT and hiked the entire trail a total of 18 times—the informal record.

04/24/2025

Inspired by her grandmother, an editor travels across St. Helena Island with a black-and-white photo collection as her guide:

Inspired by her grandmother, an editor travels across St. Helena Island with a black-and-white photo collection as her guide.

04/10/2025

Follow the wail and cry of the blues from Memphis through the Mississippi Delta. Experience the nuanced conversation of jazz in clubs around New Orleans. Enjoy the pitched harmonies of bluegrass and the emotional intensity of soul at sites across the region. Our spring issue takes readers across the South on a voyage into sound.

Inside, we also road trip across Alabama's coast, spend the night at a wildlife refuge in Georgia, have a big time in Little Rock, Arkansas, mine for new opportunities in Appalachia's coal country, and more. Hit the link in bio to find a newsstand near you.

Cover illustration by John Dykes.Art

03/25/2025

Despite its rising profile, thanks to a bounty of pristine nature, superb shopping, and renowned lodging, Cashier’s pace remains blissfully unhurried. And by winter, the high season has waned, making it even easier to experience the many treasures peppered throughout this jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains:

Fantastic trails, charming shops, and a revamped historic lodge await in this jewel of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

03/21/2025

Situated at the intersection of the mighty Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, the park boasts more than 200 historic structures, 21 museums and exhibit spaces, and over 1.1 million historical objects in its collection:

The West Virginia park is a wonderland for nature and history lovers, boasting more than 200 historic structures.

03/17/2025

Pillowy mounds of soft, fine sand; warm, sunny days punctuated by kaleidoscopic sunsets; and local shrimp and oysters fried to greasy perfection are on the horizon. These eight classic destinations tick all those boxes and more:

Whether you're looking to kick back or whoop it up, find a spot that's perfect for your next beach escape among these classic destinations.

03/07/2025

Silent travel is an ancient tradition. It’s also an exploding trend. What is it like to live a life that’s intentionally quiet?:

Silent travel is an ancient tradition. It’s also an exploding trend. What is it like to live a life that’s intentionally quiet?

03/05/2025

House-made drinking chocolate, artisan candy bars, and selections of craveable bonbons offer a taste of the sweet life:

House-made drinking chocolate, artisan candy bars, and selections of craveable bonbons offer a taste of the sweet life.

03/03/2025

A collection of inviting escapes worth checking out, including a water-sports destination, Arkansas' largest hotel, Mississippi's first Black-owned B&B, and three new stays across the region:

Plus: 100 years of the largest hotel in Arkansas, Mississippi's first Black-owned B&B, and three new stays across the region.