Travel

St. Maarten and Saba Await

An ocean lover's paradise at the intersection of the Dutch and Caribbean Cultures Article by Sean O'Keefe | Photography by Sean O'Keefe, as provided If you are looking for an irresistible blend of natural beauty, rich culture, and thrilling adventures this travel season, look no further than the Dutch Island of St. Maarten. Warm breezes and a gracious welcome set the stage for what will be an unforgettable Caribbean getaway.  When visiting St. Maarten, Rainforest Adventure and The Flying...

June 2024

Travel

Go North!

Head to the mountains this summer for a fresh break Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Zac Chapman & provided "I took a walk in the woods and came out taller than the trees."  Henry David Thoreau Summer in Roswell is a blast with Summer Sippin’, Alive in Roswell, patio dining and cruising Canton Street. But, a road trip north can bring equal parts lightness and adventure to your July, so we’ve put together a mountain getaway to make your summer sing. Thanks to a new boutique hotel...

June 2024

Beauty

Feel-Good Flying

Be kind to your body when you travel (and always) Article by Sue G. Collins Travel can wreak havoc on the bod. Long flights, new food, the baking sun, windswept village streets, and days of exploring in a new time zone can take their toll on your skin and body. We asked Roswell health professionals to share their tips on easier and more comfy travel. Brandi Rhodes Owner, Nakedmind Yoga + Pilates Before a flight, try a forward fold with bent knees which stretches out the hamstrings and lower...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

Sippin', Around The World

A global take on Summer Sippin' 2024 Article by Sue G. Collins Summer Sippin’ Returns through August 13. Visit a participating restaurant and order their official Summer Sippin' drink. Download the Summer Sippin' app or visit SummerSippin.com to rate each drink you try.  At the end of the summer, a new Best Sips in Roswell will be crowned.  Participating restaurants:  12 Lunar, 1920 Tavern, 5/4 Meadery, American Pasta Factory, Bad Daddy's Burger Bar, Bask Steakhouse, Bellini Osteria...

June 2024

Food + Beverage

The Perfect Pretty Picnic

Savoring more than just great food Article by Kim Costa It’s picnic time! Along with fabulous food, extraordinary accessories enhance the perfect picnic. Here are some tips for an outstanding outdoor meal: Scented outdoor candles delight guests and save them from itchy bug bites. If your picnic is on the ground, a lush, waterproof blanket or lightweight rug and luxurious throw pillows create layers of comfort. A low picnic table or elevated tray will place your offerings at eye level and...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Real Needs for Special People

Article by Jeff Fischer Special Needs Respite (SNR) founder Stacy Georges holds a B. A. in Therapeutic Recreation from Purdue University. She started the organization in 2017 with the goal to serve as many of the 7,000+ families as possible that are waiting for state funded respite care. She and her husband Tom know the struggles of raising two special needs children into adulthood who require the accommodations other families seek.  SNR helps bridge the existing funding gap that many parents...

June 2024

Travel

The Best of the Beach

Publisher's Picks for 30a Favorites Article by Roswell City Lifestyle staff Gulf Carts Arrive in style. The Panhandle's best golf carts are brought to us from Gulf Carts. Cruise Seaside, shop around Grand Boulevard and take in the new pop-up Bar Harbour Shops in an enclosed air-conditioned mini g-wagon golf cart. Get dressed up and take your girlfriends to brunch and not mess up your hair! Or drive to capture one of the best sunsets on the Chattahowee Bay. Delivering carts nationwide. ...

June 2024

Wellness

Health and Strength

Mendocino's coast, a vegan resort, giant redwoods and charming community feels so good. Article by Sue G. Collins | Photography by Sue G. Collins, Stanford Inn When I told my husband that I booked a stay at the Stanford Inn by the Sea in Mendocino, California, I may not have mentioned that it was a vegan resort. He’s a life-long carnivore and starts and ends his day with milk. From a cow, not from nuts.  After the drive north from SFO, past Napa Valley and over the hills and through a tunnel...

June 2024

Life + Culture

Saluting a Hero

Corporal Tamara Lucas-Stokes Article by Roswell City Lifestyle staff The Few, The Proud, The Marines As a Marine, this means that very few people choose to become a Marine, and even fewer succeed. "Because of how hard it is, we are very proud of what we have accomplished. We are the Few and Proud, but as a woman Marine we are the Fewer, the Prouder Marine," says Tamara Lucas-Stokes of Roswell. The City of Roswell recognizes the exemplary service and unwavering dedication of Tamara by...

June 2024

Auto + Marine

Preserving a Legacy

Paw Paw Brown’s Bronco Brings New Memories Article by Tran Bui When the Georgia Broncos Club learned about Phillip “Paw Paw” Brown’s 1969 Bronco, they knew they had to help. Paw Paw had dreamed of refurbishing his beloved vehicle, but his passing left the project unfinished. Moved by this story, volunteers and donors united to make his dream a reality. Project Paw Paw Brown started in July 2022 and the restored vehicle was revealed in April 2024 during a special celebration at Deep Roots Wine...

June 2024