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9 Must-See Destinations in Louisiana

March 9, 2022 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Louisiana has so much to offer travelers well beyond the history and music of well-known New Orleans. Whether you're looking for charming small towns, unique festivals, important history, or quirky experiences, you’ll find it here. These six destinations are our picks for the places you can’t miss when visiting Louisiana. Alexandria The North Louisiana cities … [Read more...] about 9 Must-See Destinations in Louisiana

11 Spring Break Destinations to Feel Like a Kid

April 2, 2021 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Spring break looks a bit different these days but that doesn't mean you can't look forward to your vacation just like when you were growing up. In these Southern destinations, visitors can enjoy the thrill rides of theme parks, soaring above the trees in ziplines, camping by the lake, and relaxing on the beach. Huntsville, Alabama If you missed out on going to … [Read more...] about 11 Spring Break Destinations to Feel Like a Kid

Nicholas Sparks Filming Locations to Visit

April 17, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Writer Nicholas Sparks has decades worth of novels, many with romantic and tragic themes. The majority are set in the Southeast, where the calls home. Starting in the late 90s, many of these books were turned into popular films, also set and shot in the region. We've rounded up some of the top Nicholas Sparks movie locations in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and … [Read more...] about Nicholas Sparks Filming Locations to Visit

7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans

March 13, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

New Orleans, Louisiana, is one of the South's most popular destinations, and it's easy to spend a week exploring the neighborhoods. But it's also a great launching point to explore the rest of the state. It’s easy to pick up your rental car downtown or at the airport and return to your hotel in the evening for these day trips from New Orleans. River … [Read more...] about 7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans

8 Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras (Beyond New Orleans)

February 3, 2020 By Caroline Eubanks Leave a Comment

Mardi Gras is one of America's most well-known celebrations, commonly associated with debauchery and Bourbon Street in New Orleans. But the Big Easy isn't the only place that has Mardi Gras! The History of Mardi Gras People use the term Mardi Gras to mean Fat Tuesday. But in actuality, it's a part of a month-long Carnival celebration that includes multiple parades. … [Read more...] about 8 Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras (Beyond New Orleans)

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