Atlanta Holidays
Description
Itinerary:
Day 1 –Arrive in Atlanta
Upon arrival in Atlanta collect your pre-booked car and make your way to the Quality Hotel Downtown Atlanta, your overnight accommodation.Day 2–Atlanta
Enjoy a day in Atlanta, which started as railroad junction in the 1830s and quickly became the transport hub of the South. Its strategic importance was a large part of the reason it made such an inviting target for General Sherman’s Union Army, which razed it during the Civil War. Visit Fairlie-Poplar, African American Panoramic Experience, Grant Park, Atlanta History Center.p>Day 3 – Atlanta to Nashville (approx 245 miles)
Along the way, enjoy a classic Southern ride on Chattanooga’s “Choo-Choo” train. In Lynchburg tour the legendary Jack Daniel’s whiskey distillery. Proceed to Nashville that evening. Holiday Inn Express Nashville DowntownDay 4 – Nashville to Memphis (approx 209 miles)
Soak up the sounds in the country music capital by visiting the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. Experience the South’s tumultuous history at the Tennessee State Museum. Leave the city early enough to arrive in Memphis for a late dinner.Overnight: Elvis Presley’s Heartbreak HotelDay 5 – Memphis
Explore the birthplace of the blues by taking in a performance in one of the entertaining Beale Street blues bars. Drive out for a tour of Elvis Presley’s home Graceland; see the original bomber, Memphis
Day 6 – Memphis to Jackson (approx 217 miles)
Jackson was founded in 1821 at the site of a trading post situated on a bluff on the west bank of the Pearl River. Jacksonians are extremely proud of their famed southern hospitality and attractions. Visit the Mississippi Museum of Art, the Smith-Robertson Museum and Cultural Center, along with the Old Capital Museum and other venues. Overnight: Quality Inn & Suites Vicksburg.Day 7 – Jackson to New Orleans (approx 189 miles)
Enjoy a drive through the heart of the old South en route to New Orleans. The city’s unique geography, sandwiched between Lake Pontchartrain and the mighty Mississippi River, shaped the flavors of the only cuisine native to North America.Overnight: Holiday Inn Downtown SuperdomeDay 8 – New Orleans
The Big Easy is a melting pot of European culture and Southern charm. Stroll through the French Quarter and admire its distinctive architectural styling, then experience the festive frenzy on Bourbon Street. Steamboat river tours are available on Proud Mary inspired paddleboats.Day 9 – New Orleans to Pensacola (approx 188 miles)
Drive from city life to beach blankets in only a few short hours. Relax on the white sand beaches of the Gulf of Mexico and enjoy a swim in the warm blue water. Wander through Pensacola’s Seville District or head to the premium beaches of Santa Rosa Island.Overnight: BW Blue Angel Inn.Day 10 – Pensacola to Tallahassee (approx 196 miles)
Travel along the Gulf coast through the untouched wildlife preserves and natural habitats that dot the landscape. Fishing villages and the Emerald Coast provide ample distraction on the way.Overnight: Quality Inn & Suites.Day 11 – Tallahassee to Savannah (approx 301 miles)
Historic Savannah is home to some of the South’s most beautifully restored houses. Take a relaxing afternoon walk and picnic in one of the many green parks throughout the city. Overnight: Holiday Inn Savannah MidtownDay 12 – Savannah to Charleston (approx 105 miles)
Charleston truly represents the grandeur and elegance of the South. Gorgeous tree-lined avenues add to the charm of the antebellum architecture. Overnight: Holiday Inn RiverviewDay 13 – Charleston to Atlanta (approx 290 miles)
Leave South Carolina’s coast and head back inland on your return trip to Atlanta.Overnight: Quality Hotel Downtown AtlantaDay 14 – Depart Atlanta
Your tour ends today, make your way back to Atlanta airport, return your car to the car rental depot and board your flight back to London.Room Facilities:
- Ensuite bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Air conditioning
- Iron and Ironing board
- TV
- Tea and Coffee making facilities
- Internet access
Please Note:Accommodation facilities may vary depending on hotel, above is just a guideline and is not guaranteed
Board Basis: .Room Only
room only throughout
Your Holiday Price Includes: Return Scheduled flights with British Airways, 13 nights accommodation on a room only basis and a fully inclusive compact 2 door car for the duration.
Prices are per person based on 2 adults sharing a room, unless your offer is occupancy based in which case the prices are based on maximum occupancy.
Ticketing information : You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking
Please Note:
- The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa / Mastercard - 2%, Amex - 2%, Diners - 2%.
- For any bookings made within 14 days of departure, there will be a Ticket on Departure charge of £10 per person levied by the tour operator.
- Your confirmation email is notification that the tour operator has received your booking and is processing it
Atlanta Information
Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau
Address: 233 Peachtree St NE,Suite 100,Atlanta, GA 30303
Email: acvb@atlanta.com
Phone: 1 404 521 6600
Destination Airport
(Atlanta) Hartsfield Atlanta International Airport
Airport Information
Country
United States (US)
Address
Department of Aviation, 6000 North Terminal Parkway Suite 435, Atlanta, Georgia 30320, USA
Country Code
1
Telephone
404 209 1700 or 404 530 7300
Fax
404 209 2942 or 404 530 7374
webmaster@atlanta-airport.com
Website
www.atlanta-airport.com
Location
The airport is located 16km (10 miles) south of Atlanta
Time Zone
GMT - 5 (GMT - 4 from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October)
Number of Terminals
2 (6 concourses)
Transfer between Terminals
The airport transit system in the underground Transportation Mall transports passengers between terminals and concourses (journey time to furthest of the six concourses: 5 minutes). There is also a travelator, which connects the terminals and carries passengers around the airport.
Driving Directions
The I-85 and I-285 both provide direct access to the airport. I-75 and I-20 also connect the airport with all areas of Georgia and southeast USA.
Car Parking
The airport has space for 31,000 cars, including short- and long-term parking. There are both indoor and outdoor car parks with direct access to the terminals, as well as hourly parking areas in front of each terminal for pick-up and drop-off. Daily car parks are situated next to the terminals, while economy car parks are next to the parking decks and beyond the Ground Transportation Centre. There are also three long-term Park & Ride car parks located further away, with a free transfer bus service to/from the terminals.
Car Hire
Car hire companies Avis, Budget, Hertz, National/Alamo and Thrifty are located on island B, while Avis, Budget, Dollar, National, Payless and Thrifty have desks inside the airport on the first floor, within the Atrium. Off-site car hire companies are Airport Rent-A-Car, Enterprise and E-Z Rental. Passengers wishing to hire vehicles from these companies can ask for shuttles to pick them up from Arrivals; courtesy phones are located in the baggage reclaim area.
Public Transport
The Ground Transportation Centre (tel: 404 530 6674) is situated near baggage reclaim with information on buses, taxis, shuttles, car hire, limousines and trains, disabled transportation and off-site airport parking. Rail: Rapid train services leave the airport for downtown Atlanta (journey time: 15 minutes), from where connections to other parts of the city can be made. Road: Taxi: Metered taxis serve the airport; taxis can be booked at the Ground Transportation Centre island A. Only authorised taxis should be used. Contact the taxi information line (tel: 404 530 6698) for further information. Shared-ride taxis are also available (tel: 404 766 5312) and reservations can be made for door-to-door services. Services can be booked at the Ground Transportation Centre island B. The airport’s website has a list of all companies. Limousine: Many limousine companies provide services from the airport; reservations must be made in advance and companies must be licensed to serve the airport. Service providers can be found at the Ground Transportation Centre island G. The airport’s website has a list of all companies. Bus: The airport is served by Greyhound Flightlink buses, which depart daily for selected cities and states from the lower level of the North Terminal.
Information and Help Desks
The airport customer service office is open daily 0815-2100 for enquiries; information desks are located throughout the terminal and in the automated people mover stations on each concourse. Multi-lingual customer service representatives are on hand throughout the airport to provide passengers with assistance. A visitor centre is situated in the Atrium, with tourist information available from the Atlanta CVB (tel: 404 305 8426). Volunteer hosts are also on hand to answer questions on the airport and Atlanta.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: Bureaux de change and ATMs can be found throughout the terminals; there is also a bank and a post office in the Atrium. Eating and drinking: Various restaurants and fast-food outlets offer a wide variety of international cuisine. Shopping: Several gift and souvenir shops, as well as a duty-free, are available. Luggage: Lockers are available at Wrap-A-Bag in the southwest area of the Atrium; lockers beyond security checkpoints are out of service until further notice. Lost property is handled by the Atlanta Airline Terminal Corporation (tel: 404 530 2100). Other facilities: There is a chapel and a medical centre, as well as AED units (defibrillators).
Conference and Business Facilities
The Executive Conference Center (tel: 800 713 1359 toll free or 404 761 6116) offers 23 meeting rooms, telephones, fax, photocopying, videoconferencing, audiovisual equipment, teleconferencing and PC workstation/laptop facilities, all of which may be booked on an hourly/daily basis. Laptop Lane centres offer a meeting room in the Atrium venue, as well as Internet connection and business facilities, including telephone, fax, printing, photocopying and workstations. There are numerous airline lounges for business-class passengers. A concierge service is available in the North Terminal baggage reclaim area with numerous business services available.
Disabled Facilities
The airport has full facilities for disabled passengers including TDD phones, lifts and ramps. Disabled parking spaces are available in all car parks at the airport; spaces are clearly signposted and are located in close proximity to the airport’s main terminal; the long-term parking shuttle is wheelchair-accessible. Passengers who require wheelchairs and special assistance should inform their airline at the time of booking.
Airport Hotels
There are no hotels at the airport. Nearby hotels include the AmeriSuites Atlanta (tel: 404 768 8484), Country Inns & Suites (tel: 404 767 9787), Red Roof Inn Airport North (tel: 404 2091800), Sleep Inn Atlanta Airport (tel: 770 996 6100), Atlanta Airport Marriott (tel: 404 766 7900), The Westin Atlanta Airport (tel: 404 762 7676), Embassy Suites Airport (tel: 404 767 1988), Fairfield Inn (tel: 404 761 8371), Hilton Atlanta Airport (tel: 404 767 9000), Holiday Inn Airport North (tel: 404 762 8411), Courtyard by Marriott North (tel: 404 559 1043), Ramada Plaza (tel: 404 768 7800) and Sheraton Gateway (tel: 770 997 1100). Shuttle buses are available to all major hotels in the area. For a list of all hotels and their telephone numbers, consult the airport’s website. Shuttle buses leave from the Ground Transportation Area immediately outside the Terminal North and Terminal South. Courtesy telephones are available in the baggage reclaim and ground transportation areas.
City
Atlanta
Full Airport Name
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
State or Province
Georgia
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Looking for things to do around Atlanta? Here are some of the events and attractions happening in the area.
| Peachtree Road Race |
Jul 2009 (annual) Atlanta |
| Atlanta Jazz Festival |
May 2009 (annual) Atlanta |
| Atlanta Dogwood Festival |
Apr 2009 (annual) Piedmont Park |
| Madonna |
24 Nov 2008 Philips Arena |
| October Scarecrow Festival |
1 - 31 Oct 2008; not Mon (annual) Atlanta Botanical Garden |
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