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
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Visiting the Tabasco Factory in Avery Island
Tabasco is one of the world's most well-known brands of hot sauce, but that wasn't always the case. Located on rural Avery Island, a trip to the Tabasco Factory is a popular day trip from New Orleans or Lafayette. From New Orleans, it's a 2.5-hour drive, and from Lafayette, it's only 45 minutes away. It's the best place to learn about the unique process of creating the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Tabasco Factory in Avery Island
Where to See Live Music in Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, Louisiana, and its surrounding communities are known as the capital of Cajun and Zydeco music, the traditional style of the Acadian people that originally traveled down from Canada. The unique sound features accordions, guitars, and pianos, totally different from the music you might hear in New Orleans. Many of these music venues are also restaurants and play … [Read more...] about Where to See Live Music in Lafayette, Louisiana
7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans
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
Weekend Guide to Lafayette, Louisiana
Lafayette, Louisiana is the heart of Cajun Country, located a little over two hours from New Orleans. Set on the outskirts of the Atchafalaya National Wildlife Refuge, the area was inhabited by Native Americans before the Acadians settled it as Vermilionville in 1821. It was later named in honor of the French general. The French language remains a large part of life here, … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Lafayette, Louisiana
