Organized by season, "Away for the Weekend: Southeast" contains complete itineraries for 52 fun-filled weekends. Pick and choose from hundreds of events and destinations: see 170,000 cherry tress in spectacular bloom; hear spellbinding tales at the National Storytellers Festival; cheer the thoroughbreds at the annual steeplechase races; board the Christmas Carol Express for a melody-filled train ride in the Smokies; or take a riverboat cruise on the Savannah. In this newest edition of the perennially popular travel guides, Berman updates crucial information like phone numbers, hours, and locations. Driving directions and listings of restaurants and accommodations for every budget are also included along with icons marking which destinations are great for kids and which make a perfect long weekend. This book is a dream come true for anyone who has ever wanted to get away from it all -- without going too far.