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Tennessee—America at its Best The Volunteer State offers a respite from the long, cold winter months BY SAR A PRCHLIK
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he winter season can be tough in Dayton. One day it’s 55 degrees with hopes of spring and the next it’s raining ice. Luckily for Daytonians Tennessee is only a car ride away. Rather than suffer through the long, cold winter months stuck in Ohio, jump into your car for a long weekend at one of the several exciting cities Tennessee has to offer. There’s no better cure for the winter blues than a weekend away.
MEMPHIS EIGHT HOURS AWAY
For decades, Memphis has been known as the home of the blues, soul and rock ‘n’ roll. With authentic neighborhoods, outstanding barbecue and a rich music history, a visit to Memphis gives visitors a true understanding to the phrase, ‘Why it all starts with Memphis.’ About an eight-hour car ride from Dayton, Memphis offers visitors several stimulating destinations, including:
GRACELAND Dive into Elvis Presley’s career at the ultimate rock ’n’ roll destination. As the second-most visited house in the country, Graceland allows visitors the opportunity to unravel the personal and professional sides of Elvis through a variety of his costumes, cars, awards and much more. “Graceland is a national historical property,” says David Beckwith, of the Beckwith
No trip to Memphis is complete without a visit to Graceland, the former home of rock ‘n’ roll legend Elvis Presley. Co. “Visitors see the personal side of Elvis when they tour the mansion. The new Elvis Presley‘s entertainment and exhibit complex explores the professional side.” While touring the mansion, visitors are welcomed to participate in an audio tour narrated by John Stamos with commentary from Lisa Marie Presley to listen to exciting and never-before-heard stories and histories of the King himself. “The many exhibits showcase his career and his influences,” says Beckwith. The recently added Guest House hotel is, “AAA rated, Four Diamond resort decor inspired by the decor of Graceland and Elvis’ taste,” he adds. Other exhibits include Elvis Presley’s DAYTON MAGAZINE . February/March 2019
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