Forsyth Pitching Slower, Affordable Summer Getaway Experience
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Due to high prices in today’s economy, some families may not be able to take a summer vacation, and others may stay closer to home.
That’s why Glinda Stanbery, the executive director and CEO of Visit Forsyth, says they use the hometown approach for visitors.
“The downtown, hometown vibe of slowing down and relaxing, that’s what you get when you’re here,” she said. “It’s very walkable. We have lots of restaurants and unique shops, and those things help you unplug. It’s not a hurry; were rushing to some zip line or some kind of excursion, you can go fishing, those kinds of things.”
Read more at WMGT41.


