| Northern Georgia is a region whose gifts are not | | | | towels on the floor for once; you're on vacation. |
| at the forefront of most people's minds. Other, | | | | You'll enjoy the privacy you have, but when the |
| flashier vacation destinations tend to hog the | | | | time is right shared living spaces will bring |
| spotlight, but when it comes down to it there's | | | | everyone together in all their wonderfulness. A big |
| not much reason for that. Scenic beauty, an | | | | kitchen table, a spacious patio, a cheerful living |
| atmosphere of complete calm and the kind of | | | | room and even a game room for the card-playing |
| spell that only the majestic Blue Ridge Mountains | | | | tournament you all have planned will ensure the |
| are capable of casting will all characterize a trip | | | | reconnections that you so hope will take place. It'll |
| here. If you've found yourself in a tough spot that | | | | be time to return to the real world soon enough, |
| could be improved by escaping civilization for a bit, | | | | so make the best of the days at hand. You |
| consider a renting a cabin and kicking back in a | | | | never know, you may be inspired to work harder |
| peaceful, pleasant place like Ellijay. | | | | at having a good time together after this |
| According to the Cherokee Indians who once lived | | | | rejuvenating trip. |
| in this area, the name means something to the | | | | Ellijay is brimming with historical sites, cute little |
| effect of the earth is green there. Ellijay continues | | | | stores, recreation areas and lots of fresh air. Get |
| to appear verdant and lush to this day, and its | | | | out and enjoy nature; you don't even need an |
| best assets are the mountain views, hiking trails, | | | | itinerary. Just lace up your hiking shoes and hit the |
| rushing rivers and quiet corners perfect for | | | | trail for a day of cathartic wandering and climbing. |
| building cozy cabins. Once you lay eyes on one of | | | | Keep your eyes open for birds and critters of all |
| these unique log masterpieces of craftsmanship | | | | sorts, burn a few calories without even knowing it |
| you'll realize that your vacation will be an exercise | | | | and climb up, up and up until you can claim a view |
| in successful relaxation. | | | | that is truly panoramic. It's rumored that the |
| Say you and the family have been running around | | | | cemetery offers up one heck of a vantage point, |
| like crazy lately, with conflicting schedules, long | | | | so be brave and check it out. |
| hours, and few chances for quality interaction, not | | | | With a comfortable lodging situation as the |
| to mention fun. Solve this unfortunate side effect | | | | foundation, the mood of the trip will be positively |
| of modern life by packing up the car and heading | | | | buoyant. Having a jetted tub, fireplace, music and |
| to the land of Appalachia. The farther you get | | | | DVD library, even a nearby swimming pool and |
| from the city and all the responsibilities of your | | | | some tennis courts all mean that boredom will be |
| lives, the closer you'll get to reintroducing the idea | | | | kept at bay. You're removed from the hubbub |
| of family bonding into the mix. | | | | you've grown used to, but that doesn't mean |
| The separate bedrooms will make everyone | | | | you're totally cut off either. Finding a balance in |
| happy; no one likes to squish together into one | | | | this territory is sometimes difficult, but Ellijay |
| bed or employ the use of the dreaded sofa | | | | Vacation Rentals are pretty good at helping out. |
| sleeper anymore. Ample bathrooms means no | | | | Go online to peruse the choices and pick the |
| waiting in line for the single shower like in your last | | | | property that will meet the needs of you and |
| hotel room, and having your own master suite | | | | your group. You know you're ready to be |
| means the kids can make their usual mess | | | | charmed and changed so study up and let the |
| without involving you in it. Let them leave their | | | | vacationing begin. |
