Atlanta, GA Overview

Atlanta has been dubbed everything from the "capital of the new South" and "the next international city" to "the best place to do business." It's also a great place to visit. Fueled by the prosperity of local mega companies like Coca Cola and Holiday Inn, the prestige of hosting the 1996 Summer Olympic Games and the energy of young upwardly mobile types who have migrated to the city in droves - Atlanta is on fire. And this time it's a good thing. From world-class restaurants and a myriad of... more » Atlanta has been dubbed everything from the "capital of the new South" and "the next international city" to "the best place to do business." It's also a great place to visit. Fueled by the prosperity of local mega companies like Coca Cola and Holiday Inn, the prestige of hosting the 1996 Summer Olympic Games and the energy of young upwardly mobile types who have migrated to the city in droves - Atlanta is on fire. And this time it's a good thing. From world-class restaurants and a myriad of cultural attractions to a hip nightlife and sporting events galore, the city is cosmopolitan in every sense of the word. But Atlanta has also managed to maintain its historic character. Stop by the Atlanta History Center or visit the Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site, a moving tribute to an American icon. Browse through the former home of famous author Margaret Mitchell or pop into the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum for details on the life and times of the former president and his family. Whether you choose modern urban endeavors or old southern pleasures, Atlanta will not disappoint. « less

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Georgia Aquarium

2 of 5 stars
Athens, Georgia
May 17, 2008

We visited the Atlanta Aquarium about a year ago. It was very loud, very crowded, and definitely geared toward entertainment, not education. They display virtually no information throughout, instead...more

Renaissance Atlanta Hotel Downtown

May 17, 2008

This hotel is your basic Renaissance - the rooms are ok as well as the location. I was very dissapointed in the what seemed to be a lack of any employee training. I had problems in several areas of...more

Hilton Suites Atlanta Perimeter

May 17, 2008

My Husband surprised me with a weekend getaway to Atlanta, and this is where we stayed. We got a king suite with a jacuzzi tub. The room was very nice & spacious. We did have 2 issues, a broken coffee...more

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