Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge Tours

The Chesser family settled on 592 acres here in the swamp in the 1860’s. Three generations of the family would live here. They were self sufficient living off what they raised or hunted. This house is the final one built by the family and was completed in 1927. It is now a stop on the Swamp Island Road tour and gives a look back at what life was like before electricity, central air and running water.
The Chesser family settled on 592 acres here in the swamp in the 1860’s. Three generations of the family would live here. They were self sufficient living off what they raised or hunted. This house is the final one built by the family and was completed in 1927. It is now a stop on the Swamp Island Road tour and gives a look back at what life was like before electricity, central air and running water.
Slash pines, ponds and blue skies along the parks scenic Swamp Island Drive.
This would be the only alligator we would see today in this beautiful wildlife refuge.
You don't have to paddle far into the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge to find yourself far away from other people. Because of heat and bugs, summer is probably not the best time to visit, but the other three seasons are fine. Winter can be cool, but you'll find deep blue skies and water.

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American Hotel Atlanta Downtown, Tapestry Collection Hilton

American Hotel Atlanta Downtown, Tapestry Collection Hilton

4.5 out of 5
Downtown Atlanta
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Apr 26 - Apr 30
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Tokyo (TYO) to Atlanta (ATL)
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
We only stayed one night for a concert at the State Farm Arena. It was the perfect location as it was walking distance to the arena, the front desk staff was really sweet, and the room was nice. The price was good for downtown Atlanta also.

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The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Downtown Atlanta
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￥340,015
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Apr 26 - Apr 30
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Tokyo (TYO) to Atlanta (ATL)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,198 reviews)
The staff helped with all of our dietary restrictions at the restaurant and were very kind. Rooms were immaculate.

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Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown

Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta Downtown

3.5 out of 5
Downtown Atlanta
Price was ￥384,674, price is now ￥347,812 per person
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Apr 26 - Apr 30
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Tokyo (TYO) to Atlanta (ATL)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
I added another day to our stay and they charged me twice for the stay. I also got charged again for parking. They fixed everything but it was a hassel

Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026

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Travelodge by Wyndham Kingsland GA

2 out of 5
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