I’ve had the chance to visit the world-famous Jack Daniel’s whiskey distillery about four times—and each time right where its story began more than 150 years ago. My first visit was during a road trip...

Once, back when I was living in Atlanta, I was deciding where to go in the Smoky Mountains. There are so many places I still haven’t visited that I could easily plan several months ahead. This time

For me, Cades Cove is the most beautiful part of the Smoky Mountains so far. Locals recommended that I visit. Well, see for yourself. Cades Cove lies just across the state line in Tennessee. From Atla...