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Dylan Floyd
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Dylan Floyd

Dylan (@dylnflyd) is a third-year marketing and new media student at UGA. She loves strong coffee, live music, and local food. 

10 Athens-Inspired Mother's Day Gifts

Mother's Day is right around the corner. What to get for mom though? Show her how much you care with these incredible, Athens-inspired gifts with true local flair and goodness! Of course, we've also included things to do with Mom on Mother's Day, too! Because, we all know that what Mom really wants most is time with YOU…

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10 Best Grilled Cheeses in Athens

Every April bringsNational Grilled Cheese Day, but we celebrate grilled cheese all year long in Athens, GA! We asked our @VisitAthensGA followers to tell us about their favorite grilled cheese sandwiches in Athens. Caution: side effects of consuming all of these delicious sandwiches include feelings of passion, desire, and pure ecstasy…

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Wuxtry Celebrates Its 40th Anniversary

Nestled on the corner of the two busiest streets in downtown Athens is a legendaryrecord store, self-described as "a walk-in museum of the greatest music and bands of the last century." Wuxtry shares a deep bond with local Athens music buffs and visitors who have a passion for vinyl records, and it will continue its reign as the oldest record store in Georgia with its 40th anniversary this March. …

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4 Pet-Friendly Reasons to Bring Your Dog to Athens

Traveling can be difficult when you have afour-legged companion. Luckily, Athens makes it easy to bring your dog along! With pet friendly attractions, hotels, and restaurants, you won't have to compromise on the quality of your experience when you bring your dog to Athens, GA.  Here are four reasons you won't want to leave your dog at home:…

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6 Iconic Athens Music Venues

Live music is the heartbeat of Athens, GA, making it the epicenter of the Year of Georgia Music.The echoes of music pioneers like R.E.M. and The B-52s can still be heard in the music venues that pepper our flourishing college town, and our music scene continues to nurture fresh talent year after year. Whether you want to hear national acts or up-and-coming local bands, Athens' music venues outperform any other city our size. …

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Brews & Qs Trail: Pulaski Heights BBQ

Calling all pitmasters and BBQ aficionados:you can explore the flavors of Georga's Historic Heartland at family-owned BBQ restaurants, breweries and growler shops with the Brews & Q's Trail Passport. Grab a map, and join me as I explore the region of craft beer and tangy barbecue. Full disclosure that in addition to interning for VisitAthensGA, I also wait tables at Pulaski Heights BBQ. Our first stop on the Brews & Q's Trail is nestled comfortably in the Pulaski Heights neighborhood of Athens, GA. …

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