Sunshine... the smell of corn dogs in the air... yellow pollen covering everything in sight!
These are the glorious (well... mostly) signs of spring!
When you and your homestay student start to get cabin fever, the good news is that there are an endless number of options for entertainment during this favorite season of ours. Being a homestay host in Metro Atlanta has it's perks. Here are just a few of our favorite Spring activities.
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1. Georgia Renaissance Festival
Fairburn, GA - 6905 Virlyn B Smith Rd
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Information:
Open Saturdays, Sundays, and Memorial Day through June 8, 2014
Tickets range in price from $8.95 to $19.95 per person. Check the website for the most current pricing and to purchase tickets online. garenfest.com/
2. Shoot the HoochAtlanta, GA - Locations in Roswell, Atlanta, Alpharetta, East Cobb, and Sandy Springs.
Take your student tubing, rafting, paddle boarding or kayaking on the Chattahoochee river, right in our backyard! This is a great way to cool down as the temperatures start to rise. Grab your student and head to the 'Hooch this weekend to enjoy the benefits of one of our city's best natural recreational resources. Three cheers for our green city!
Information: visit the website for current rafting, canoeing, tubing pricing.shootthehooch.com/
3. May-retta Daze Arts & Crafts Festival
Marietta, GA - Glover Park , 50 Park Square, Marietta, GA 30060
This rocking arts and crafts festival attracts visitors from all over Metro Atlanta. The festival features exhibitors and artists showcasing handmade goods including painting, pottery, woodwork, metal, glass, fabric, soap, candles and more. And the live entertainment is always a hit!
Information: Free Admission!
Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 10am to 6pm
Sunday, May 4, 2014 from 11am to 5pm
