www.atlantastreetmap.com http://www.atlantastreetmap.com Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Things to do With Kids in Atlanta http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2012/04/12/things-to-do-with-kids-in-atlanta/ http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2012/04/12/things-to-do-with-kids-in-atlanta/#comments Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/?p=13 Whether you’ve been eyeing an Atlanta vacation on your www.t1internet.net internet connection or you’re moving here for good, rest assured there’s plenty to do here for the whole family. Here are a few picks for things to do with kids right in the heart of town – Atlanta’s family friendly!
Fernbank: It’s the most interactive museum in town and kids will love the various floors of science exhibits and totally touchable art. Fernbank is one of its kind outside of the DC area and it’s truly an Atlanta treasure.
Centennial Olympic Park: Right in downtown Atlanta sits Centennial Olympic Park, a monument to the 1996 Olympic Games. Kids will love the Olympic rings fountain and you’ll love the weekend concerts “on the bricks”it’s a wonderful place to spend an afternoon or a whole day.
White Water: If it’s warm enough you’ve got to take your kids to WhiteWaterit’s one of the nation’s premier water parks. They’ll love the dozens of rides and slides and you’ll love the lifeguards sprinkled all throughout the park – bring some cash and make sure to wear your suit – you’ll stand out if you don’t!

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Atlanta has plenty of sights to see. A peculiarly popular tourist spot is the Oakland Cemetery. If you enjoy civil war history, this is the place for you. “Gone With The Wind” author Margaret Mitchell rests here, as well as many civil war soldiers.

If you plan to relocate, some of the best schools in the state can be found in Atlanta. Fulton, Cobb and Cherokee County Schools are also rated as some of the best, along with Gwinnett, Forsyth and Dekalb county schools.

Some of the largest companies are found in Atlanta as well, if job seeking is what you visit for. The offices of Home Depot and UPS are located here. You can also find Coca-Cola, Suntrust Bank and Delta Airlines Headquarters.

If you need a little relaxing nightlife to unwind, check out the Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern. It’s Shakespeare in the raw – a hilarious ending to your long day.

]]> http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/25/visit-the-zoo-to-learn-about-carnivores/feed/ 0 What to Bring When Visiting Atlanta http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/24/what-to-bring-when-visiting-atlanta/ http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/24/what-to-bring-when-visiting-atlanta/#comments Sun, 24 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/?p=10 Atlanta has a variety of free things to do while visiting. You can visit the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center which exhibits works of art by local and even international artists on Thursdays. Centennial Olympic Park is 21 acres and hosts many free events. Castleberry Hill has self-guided tours which allow you to tour downtown galleries, historic districts of downtown, and fabulous downtown restaurants. You can also visit the Atlantic Station, Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site, and the Governor’s Mansion. Atlanta also has the Georgia Aquarium in which you can see over 120,000 animals stemming from 500 different species.

If you are planning on relocating, you can feel safe enrolling your children in schools such as Brandon Elementary School, Early College High School at Carver, Jackson Elementary School, Kittredge Magnet School, and Morningside Elementary School all which are rated some of the best schools in Atlanta. If you’re looking for employment apply with Aflac, PCL Construction, Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, Milliken, or Bright Horizons. These are just a few of the high ranked places to work in the Atlanta area. People of all ages are sure to be delighted with everything that makes this such a fabulous city so be sure to bring your entire family to Atlanta.More info here: Good Samaritan saves officer being attacked

]]> http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/24/what-to-bring-when-visiting-atlanta/feed/ 0 How Are You Traveling? Travel Tips for Atlanta http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/22/how-are-you-traveling-travel-tips-for-atlanta/ http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/22/how-are-you-traveling-travel-tips-for-atlanta/#comments Fri, 22 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/?p=9 Will you be visiting Atlanta, Georgia soon or are you considering relocating and are wondering what Atlanta has to offer? A better question would be what DOESN’T Atlanta have to offer. Atlanta is one of the premiere metropolitan cities in the south. There is so much to do there; from the cultural arts, to entertainment, sports, and fine dining visitors will discover what residents have known for years and that is Atlanta has something for just about everyone.

You will discover, if you are a patron of the arts, Atlanta’s Ballet Company and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra are widely regarded. The High Museum has a wide array of collections and exhibits that stretch back to the antiquities and feature many important artists. Atlanta is rooted deep in a broad historical context and this can be witnessed at the National Historic site that houses the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center.

Atlanta is home to the Atlanta Falcons, Hawks, Braves, and the Thrashers; which guarantees sports enthusiasts something to do year-round.

The Georgia Aquarium, which is the largest aquarium in the country is home to many exotic and rare aquatic animals. This proves to be a perennial favorite for the entire family.

There is the Centennial Park, home to the 1996 Olympics, Atlanta Botanical Gardens, Lennox Mall, the infamous Underground Atlanta, wonderful fine dining restaurants that feature the menus of world-renowned chefs as well as a plethora of casual dining restaurants of divergent ethnic fare that is sure to please any palate.

Atlanta is a city on the move, so why not come out and experience it for yourself.

]]> http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/22/how-are-you-traveling-travel-tips-for-atlanta/feed/ 0 How to Get to Atlanta, Georgia http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/18/how-to-get-to-atlanta-georgia/ http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/2011/07/18/how-to-get-to-atlanta-georgia/#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.atlantastreetmap.com/?p=8 Atlanta, GA is one of the biggest cities in the United States, and is a big draw to millions of tourists every year. You may wonder how is the best way to get to Atlanta, GA for a great vacation get away.

If you live close enough to Atlanta, driving is one way that you can get to. Navigating through downtown Atlanta, where most of the tourist attractions are can be confusing. But if you choose a hotel that is within Atlanta’s subway system, MARTA, you can easily ride the subway from your hotel to whatever activities you want to partake in.

Another option to get to Atlanta is to fly in. The airport is large, and is connected to the MARTA system so you can easily get to your hotel straight from the airport. This can make Atlanta a great place to visit due to the ease of getting around town.

Visiting Atlanta, GA can make a great vacation for just about anyone. Getting to Atlanta is very easy as you can drive or fly. Once you are here, you can use the MARTA subway system to easily get around town without having to drive and battle the traffic.

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