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Elvis’ private jet, a 1958 Conair 880 named Lisa Marie.

Elvis’ private jet is just one highlight of his luxurious estate

There’s plenty to sift through among the 18,581 square metres of the Graceland complex in Memphis. Here’s how to make the most of a visit to Elvis Presley’s former home.

  • by Jenny Hewett
The Peabody Hotel's lobby, home to five mallard ducks.

The historic hotel where ducks live in the lobby

At the Peabody in Memphis, the five Mallard ducks that frolic in this historic hotel’s lobby fountain have become a much-loved institution.

  • by Caroline Gladstone
The Guest House at Graceland is owned and operated by Elvis Presley Enterprises.

The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis: A hotel fit for the King (of rock 'n' roll)

The Guest House at Graceland adds significantly to a visit to Memphis.

  • by David McGonigal
Elvis' home: Graceland.

Elvis Presley sites and experiences in Memphis: The home of the King puts Elvis into perspective

It's difficult to resist Memphis' Elvis heritage which comes in many forms beyond Graceland.

  • by David McGonigal
The Lisa Marie, Elvis's private jet.

Graceland, Memphis: Inside Elvis Presley's private plane in the expanded Graceland

This truly feels like I've stepped back in time to another era – a time when rock stars ruled the world.

  • by Craig Platt
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The Guest House at Graceland, Memphis.

The Guest House at Graceland review, Memphis: Stay next door to Elvis Presley

There's now a hotel in the grounds of Graceland, home of the king of rock'n'roll.

  • by Craig Platt
Big Cypress Lodge, Memphis.

Big Cypress Lodge, Memphis, review: Pyramid hotel is one of America's most unusual

The Big Cypress Lodge, which opened in April 2015, is no typical hotel.

  • by Craig Platt
Man plays sax in New Orleans.

A road trip on Highway 61 takes in southern USA's jazz, blues, soul and rock music

Barry Divola drives from New Orleans to Memphis via the legendary Highway 61, searching for the heart of jazz, blues, soul and rock and roll.

  • by Barry Divola
Al Green

The gospel truth about Memphis

Visiting this city can be an uplifting experience, thanks to a reverend with soul, writes Kristie Kellahan.

Beale Street, Memphis

Blue suede shuffle

Memphis rocks on foot, writes Rob McFarland.

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