The term can vary based on the region - 'down south' in the UK may refer to different areas than in the US.

Regional Usage

'Down south' often means moving towards a general southern direction, not a specific location.

General Direction

Sometimes used metaphorically for going to a place that's calmer or warmer.

In the US, 'down south' may imply a cultural shift to traditions, accents, and cuisine of the Southern States.

Refers to the historical and geographical areas once associated with the Confederacy in the US.