One thing is always true about Southerners: we are wildly passionate. Whether it’s a favorite college town, restaurant,or beach (and the list goes on!), Southerners love to celebrate the people and places they love. This special collector’s issue from the editors of Southern Living is a reminder of the spectacular sights, inspiring people, and cultural institutions that define our region. In Best of the South, we share the best-kept secrets and classic charms of forever favorites like Charleston, Asheville, Savannah, and more. We spotlight our round-ups of the South’s best beaches, seafood joints, and scenic drives, to name a few. From cover to cover, this issue is filled with even more reasons to love the South.
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The Perfect Beach Towns • Plan girlfriend getaways, family trips, and outdoor adventures across the South—there’s something for everyone on the coast
The Lowcountry Jewel • What is Charleston’s secret to being a favorite city year after year? A commitment to reinvention. With a new wave of restaurants, hotels, and experiences popping up around every corner, there’s always good reason to plan a visit
The Drive of a Lifetime • Follow our mile-by-mile guide to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Bucket List BBQ • A state-by-state guide to the region’s top-notch ’cue that’s bound to make you hungry
Florida’s Wild Side • As the population of southwestern Florida rises at an unsustainable rate, nearby cattle ranchers are among those fighting to protect the biodiversity of the historic Myakka River Valley
The Southern Charmer • Experience the subtle magic of Beaufort, South Carolina
A Culinary Gem • The emerging food scene in Greenville, South Carolina, makes it a must-stop-and-eat destination
Texas Coast Comeback • In the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey’s unexpected devastation, the small town of Port Aransas proved just how resilient Texans can be
Autumn in the Ozarks • America’s first National River beckons with blazing color and mountain adventures in the beautiful Arkansas landscape
Best Places to Retire • From college towns to beach burgs, river cities to mountain enclaves, we’ve combed the entire region to find 16 prime locations for your happily ever after
Grandfather Mountain’s Grandeur • Head to the High Country for the South’s most dramatic views
All Roads Lead to Athens • Our own Ivy Odom heeds the call of her alma mater’s grown-up food scene, filled with Southern spirit and big-city style
The Lasting Allure of Lake Lure • The tiny North Carolina town’s enduring charm belongs to the glassy waters that share its name
Falling for Virginia • Hit the road for Instagram-worthy autumn foliage in three mountain towns
