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  • AreaVibes Contributor reviewed Atlanta, GA
  • November 24, 2011
Atlanta, GA - Friendly Folk
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Recommended for Singles, Couples
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I traveled to Atlanta GA in March of 2011, and found the city to be extremely busy, very scattered, and to have horrible traffic. Although it did give that big city vibe I was hoping to find, the big name restaurants and dining hot spots, the night clubs and night life are excellent, there is something to do every night of the week, and the people are actually quite friendly, which I was surprised and happy to find. But, although there was the night life, which was what I was looking for since I was on vacation, there were quite a few things I did not enjoy about the city.

First off, the traffic is horrific, and it seems as though rush hour lasts all day long, especially in Downtown. The crime rate is also extremely high, so traveling in a group I found to be a must. There is also very little to do during the day. I found that there were very few art exhibits, shopping centers, or any cultural (museums, theater, etc), things to see. And, although there is always something to do at night, and the city is thriving with clubs, during the day, I really did not enjoy myself, and found the city to be lacking in culture.

Overall, I loved the trip, since I am younger and was going for the clubs and night life, yet I would have liked to see more theater or art related stops to visit during the day time as well.

I had a great time, but would have loved to see more, and would have liked for things to have been closer together, and less sprawled around the city, since the traffic was so horrible.
  • AreaVibes Contributor reviewed Atlanta, GA
  • April 30, 2010
Atlanta - The City Too Busy to Hate
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Recommended for Singles, Couples, Families
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I have lived in Atlanta for six years. Affectionately known as "The City Too Busy To Hate", "Hotlanta", or simply just "ATL", this bustling city has a lot to offer to residents and tourists alike. Atlanta is home to many popular attractions, restaurants, bars, nightlife and shopping areas. Finding things to do in Atlanta to keep you busy is incredibly easy. Atlanta is home to the World of Coca Cola, Turner Studios, the Georgia Aquarium, and the Fabulous Fox Theater.

I love that no matter how long I live in Atlanta, I find something new to discover each and every weekend. A lot of the downtown Atlanta attractions are easily accessible from MARTA stations, which provide both bus and rail services to major points in the city. I love getting away to take mini-vacations, without straying to far from home. The only downside to this great city is the traffic! Rush hour in Atlanta is the worst and long commutes are the norm. Still, I wouldn't live anywhere else. For me, Atlanta will always be home!