Atlanta

Now on to the Peach State! We made our way to Atlanta for some touring fun before the start of the my softball tournament. First stop: World of Coca-Cola. The museum highlights how Coca-Cola was founded and how it has been made into one of the most popular drinks we know today. The museum itself is a self-guided tour that starts with a short film. Warning: it’s a tearjerker, but it will leave you smiling and happy for the rest of the day.

After the film, proceed into the hub. There, you explore the Vault of the Secret Formula; Bottle Works, where you can see how Coca-Cola is bottled and packaged; and you can even get your picture taken with the beloved Coca-Cola polar bear! Who wouldn’t love that!

Now, time to investigate the second level. Here you can gaze upon the Coca-Cola Portrait Wall, Pop Culture Gallery, and Perfect Pause Theater. At all of these spots you can see how the company came to be what it is today. 

Finally, it’s time for the best part. You get to taste different Coke products from all around the world! My personal favorite is the Fanta Melon Frosty from Thailand. It has a taste of watermelon and honeydew. There are about 29 more sodas for you to try yourself! 

To top it all off, purchase yourself a souvenir or two from the gift shop so you’ll always remember your experience at the World of Coca-Cola. Overall, the World of Coca-Cola was a 10/10. I totally recommend you take a trip down to Atlanta to learn about the biggest soda company in the world!    

Lunch time! We stopped by The Varsity to grab a bite to eat. This food stop has been in operation since 1928 in downtown Atlanta. Thousands of people stop in per day to indulge in a tasty meal. As you walk up to the counter to order your food, you’ll hear the famous slogan “What’ll ya have, What’ll ya have”.

There’s lots of different food to order, such as hot dogs with chili, cheese, slaw, or all three! Maybe order yourself a burger with all the same toppings or a grilled pimento cheese sandwich or some chicken nuggets with some onion rings and a shake. Top it all off with a fried peach pie, and you’re set! If you’re planning a trip down to Atlanta make sure you stop by The Varsity.