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Vacationing in Atlanta?There's never a bad time to go, but the spring and fall months generally offer the most mild weather and the loveliest foliage. In the spring, Atlanta is just like it is pictured in Gone With the Wind, with flowering trees and gardens blossoming. And since the scorching heat doesn't come until mid- to late-summer, spring's more mild temperatures make this a great time of year to visit. The fall is also very beautiful in Atlanta, which is a fantastic time to take day trips outside of Atlanta to check out the autumn foliage. Of course, winter is nice in the city too if your heart's not set on a white Christmas. And even though the summers are hot, the city is still jumping with activity and the beaches at Tybee Island near Savannah are only a few hours drive away.
Getting around in Atlanta
The most flexible way to get around in Atlanta is to rent a car for your stay. Booking a rental car as part of a travel bundles that includes airfare and accommodation as well is a great way to save money on all three pieces of your trip. However, Atlanta does offer affordable public transportation including the city's mass transit system, MARTA, which offers bus and/or rail service to and from just about every area of the city and its suburbs, including stops at many of Atlanta's top attractions and shopping centers. In addition, MARTA offers transport to and from the airport. Although they can be pricey, private taxis are perfect for those times when you need more personalized and flexible transportation. If you're interested in sight-seeing, try booking a ride on an Atlanta tour bus. The bus will take you all around the city and the tour guide will tell you about the city's past, present and future and answer any questions you might have. And chances are, you'll meet some great people.
GLBT Atlanta
Atlanta's Pride Festival is just one example of how gay-friendly Atlanta is. This year's festival is October 9-10 in Piedmont Park and is the 40th Pride Festival. The festival's kickoff party will be held at the Georgia Aquarium on October 8. The festival features a commitment ceremony, a parade, live music entertainment, arts exhibitions and plenty of other activities for everyone. Live bands, a parade, a commitment ceremony, art exhibitions and loads more will be available for all who attend. Hotels in the area are offering special deals to festival-goers. For those who can't make the festival, but are visiting Atlanta another time of year, the city has no shortage of eateries, nightclubs, hotels and stores that cater to the GLBT community; several Atlanta neighborhoods are particularly gay-friendly, including Piedmont Park and Midtown, as well as Candler Park, Decatur and Virginia-Highlands. The Internet is a fantastic place to research these and other Atlanta areas in order to plan an enjoyable trip to the city; in addition, there are travel websites that can help you find the best deals on affordable Atlanta airfare, accommodations and rental car, especially when you book all three as part of a vacation bundle. Booking all three vacation components together as a travel bundle is the best way to save money, whether you're in town for the Pride Festival or simply enjoying an Atlanta vacation.
Shopping in Atlanta
A shopping mecca, Atlanta's Buckhead is one of the most touted shopping areas in the Southeast. From elegant boutiques and fine antiques shoppes to art galleries and outlet centers, Buckhead is a filled with plenty of upscale shopping centers. Trendsetters and classic lovers alike will adore updating their wardrobes at the more than 300 stores in Lenox Square, which is also known as Buckhead's Town Square. Shoppers will also delight in the offerings in Decatur, Little Five Points and Virginia-Highland, which are some of Atlanta's consumer-friendly neighborhoods. Of course, one of Atlanta's most glamorous shopping districts is none other than the downtown area. Take a break from hitting Atlanta's hot spots to shop in the Luckie Marietta District or in Atlanta's famous Underground Atlanta, which has plenty of food and bars in addition to fantastic shopping. If you've purchased a travel package with Atlanta budget airfare, hotel and rental care, don't miss driving outside the city to shop at places like Discover Mills and the Mall of Georgia, to name just two of many shopping centers near Atlanta.
