With the amount of traveling that I do, I have found that honey is one of the best souvenirs there is. There is a huge local variety in most places, whether eucalyptus in Spain or sourwood in Georgia, it doesn't spoil, it can be brought across counties, and you consume it, so it's possible to keep buying it. In addition, it's quite healthy. I checked out a few places around Atlanta, Hartwell, and Lavonia, and found the best selection, prices, and service at Honey Hole. Being an unassuming storefront at a strip mall, right off the highway, it's easy to miss it, but you shouldn't. Pop in, taste some honey, then go home with a few pounds of assorted honey. This is a full service honey establishment, so they also sell anything you could possibly need to produce your own, including the bees themselves. It's much nicer to shop at an all in one shop, where you can see and touch the products, and consult with an expert. So whether looking for a hive, frames, smoker, foundation, or just some fancy honeycomb to put on top of ice cream, it's worth a stop. read more

I have my own hives so I didn't purchase any honey, but I did buy some of their organic homemade soaps. I must say, it is some of the best I've bought. I love the apple scent one and it feels so smooth washing with it ! I have lots of friends who make soap and haven't bought soap in the stores for years, but I'm really impressed! This is good stuff‼ read more