Lake Charles in western Louisiana is a favorite getaway for those coming from Texas or just avid gamblers. But there’s more to the city than blackjack and slots. Its location on namesake Lake Charles as well as surrounding bodies of water makes it popular with outdoors lovers in search of fishing and wildlife spotting. There’s […]
A juror in a trial involving a major gun manufacturer teams up with a civilian to change the outcome. John Cusack stars alongside Rachel Weisz, Dustin Hoffman, and Gene Hackman. Specific scenes were filmed at the New Orleans Riverwalk and the Esplanade Mall in Kenner. Filmed In: New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, and Jefferson Parish, Louisiana; additional […]
Southern Stays is a series in which we will review a property, whether it be a hostel, hotel or other form of accommodation. To suggest a property please leave a comment or email us. I’m a big fan of boutique hotels and after staying at the Graduate Oxford, I was excited to check out their […]
A few weeks back, I had the pleasure of re-visiting Lake Charles, Louisiana, a place I only briefly passed through in 2015. That trip barely scratched the surface, but I remedied that with days spent exploring and eating. I will be writing more about that soon, but in the meantime, I wanted to give away […]
Greenville, South Carolina is quickly becoming one of the region’s top destinations for both dining and outdoor exploration. Its location in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains provides countless opportunities, whether you’re looking to spend a relaxing weekend on the lake or hike the state’s highest peak. Be sure to venture out to nearby communities like […]
