Georgia, my home state

The cabins are nice, because there are no phones or TVs. They have everything else you need, though. The cabins come with stoves, refrigerators, kitchens, dining utensils, bed linens, blankets, and towels. So you don't really need to worry about packing much more than clothes, dish soap, and paper towels. There is heat and air-conditioning, and some cabins have fireplaces. You aren't, however, allowed to bring the family pet.

I went here when I was younger and loved every minute of it. I didn't want to leave. I felt like a 13-year-old Davey Crockett! It really is a great spot to bring the family. There is a minimum stay of two nights and longer stays on holiday weekends. You almost always have to make a reservation.

There isn’t much around in the way off attractions, but there is some good food. Joe’s Crab Shack is far away, but if you like seafood and a fun atmosphere, check it out. The staff will be more than happy to point you in the right direction. There is also great shopping around town if you are interested in that. The rooms have web TV or high-speed Internet access as well as dial up.

The hotel is within walking distance to Stone Mountain Park. The park used to be nothing more than a big rock and some laser light shows. But in the past few years, they have totally redone the park, and now, it’s like a historic amusement park. It really is fun for all ages. There are things especially for young kids, older kids, and adults. The most popular thing is a picnic on the lawn in front of the mountain for the laser light show.

The hotel rooms are nothing special. They are typical hotel rooms, but at least they are clean and the staff is nice.

There is a free breakfast at the hotel you can take advantage of before you and the kids make it to the park. Rooms have separate living and dining areas. They also have fridge, microwaves, and a wet bar. They also have free wireless Internet access, so you can take care of business while on vacation.

The soft cream color rooms invite you to sleep as soon as you walk in the door. My favorite thing about this hotel is that the bathroom has a bathtub! And if you’re on the executive floor, you even get a robe. Usually, you only get that in expensive suites. The rooms have desks, high-speed Internet, and a free morning newspaper. What I don’t like is that you don’t get any free food or drinks unless you stay in the more expensive suites and floors.

The hotel is close to gas stations and tons of great restaurants. The exit is a popular spot on the weekends, though, so you will have some traffic getting to your hotel, especially since it’s right next to the mall. I recommend eating at the Ippilitios Italian restaurant. Just ask the front desk where it is. It’s about a 5-minute drive from the hotel.

There are a few good sports bars around the hotel. My favorite in Taco Mac. Another good one is Sidelines, where you can play pool, darts, and sing. These are all very popular bars in the area, so just ask the front desk and they will point you in the right direction.

One thing about Vinings, though, is that it has some great restaurants. I like the Old Vinings Inn myself. They have been known to be pretty bad with their reservation system, so you might want to call and check and double-check your reservation a few times to make sure things go smoothly. The staff is usually nice about fixing their mistakes, though. If it really is their fault, they will do whatever they can to make sure you are happy, even if it means putting you in a more expensive area.

The hotel also offers luggage storage. Most people don't know about this service. Are you doing some traveling within your traveling? Why bring things you don't need when going to visit other spots? The hotel has a storage room where you can leave your luggage safely when you go out on a weekend trip from the hotel.

The full-sized free breakfast is a great way to start the day after you spent the whole night playing video games instead of doing work. If you do feel like doing work, there is a nice desk and computer access in the rooms. There is also a business center that is free to use. The rooms are divided into two sections so you don't feel cramped in all day working. The rooms have two phone lines, two phones, voicemail, and computer data ports. There is also a valet laundry service on site.

The Four Way has some of the fastest, greasiest, and tastiest hand-cooked food in Cartersville. At lunchtime, there are lines out the door, mainly because there is only enough room inside for about six people to stand. If you're ever in Cartersville, this is a must-do. This place is a local legend, and people are proud of it.

The food is great. It's all classic Southern food to go. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken, sandwiches, etc. Everything's great. It's hard to recommend any one item from the menu. I usually go with the All-American classic cheeseburger. It's big, it's greasy, and it's delicious. If, for some reason, you get lost and can't find The Four Way, just ask. Anyone in town -- even someone new -- can point you in the right direction!

If you really want to you can walk up and down the mouds. It sounds exciting I know. The musem is probably as big as your college dorm room and not intresting at all. Seeing as how they have only excavated 9% of the area, they dont have much to show off.

In short there are far better things to do in the city of Cartersville. Do not waste your time or the $2 it cost to get in.

The owner of the club is Lee Saterfield, from a local band called Treephort. He a good guy. The band used to be a really popular ska band way back in the day, but now, I don't know what you would call 'em. They sell over-priced drinks and candy bars there; there is also no smoking inside, and they are a pain about re-entry.

In the summertime, the theater has two summer camps: one for younger children and one for older children. My sister and I both participated in them two years in a row. Granted, I didn’t take much from it, because I can’t sing or act that well, but I still enjoyed the two-week camps. Even if I did have to play some homosexual-looking character in Jason and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!

If you show up in the evening and just come to see the laser show, you only have to pay for parking, which is $7. The shows last close to two hours and play all kinds of music. There are amazing laser pictures, fireworks, and a flame-cannon shooting firey balls into the night sky. The most famous story in all of the show is, of course, Johnny Cash’s The Devil Went Down To Georgia. As with all other Georgians, this is of course my favorite part of the show, and it has become a staple in the laser show. But then again, how can you not like Cash?!

I usually go here with a bunch of friends. We go out during the day and buy drinks, subs, cups, etc. We pack up the blankets and chairs and make a night of it. We make sure to show up early to get a primo spot, and then we eat and just mess around until the show begins.

March 20, 27, & April 3 (Saturdays): 8pm
April 4 - 10 (Spring Break): 8:30pm
April 17 & 24 (Saturdays): 8:30pm
May 1, 8, 15, & 22 (Saturdays): 9:30pm
May 28 - August 8 (Nightly): 9:30pm
August 13-14, 20-21, 27, & 28: 9:30pm
September 3-6: 9:30pm
September 11, 18, & 25 (Saturdays): 8:30pm
October 2, 9, 16, 23, & 30 (Saturdays): 8pm