It’s the time of year when we start planning upcoming adventures. There are so many places I recommend visiting in the South, but 2018 will be an important year for many reasons. Each of these destinations has been thoughtfully selected for what is new and exciting in the state. This list also serves as a personal bucket list for places we need to write about! So start … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2018
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Gameday Guide to Baton Rouge, Louisiana
It’s fall in the South, which means a few things. The humidity has started to lessen and the temperatures started to lower. The students are back in school. And college football season is upon us. No matter what team you root for, the region has so many great college towns with plenty to offer beyond the campus. This guide comes from Baton Rouge, Louisiana is home to … [Read more...] about Gameday Guide to Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Southern Stays: The Pontchartrain Hotel
Built in 1927 as a luxury apartment building, The Pontchartrain became a hotel in the 1940s, hosting notable guests such as Frank Sinatra, The Doors, and President Gerald Ford. Native son Tennessee Williams also worked on A Streetcar Named Desire while staying at the property. Long a favorite of locals during Mardi Gras, it was restored in 2015 for a new generation of … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Pontchartrain Hotel
Weekend Guide to Lake Charles, Louisiana
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 outdoor lovers in search of fishing and wildlife spotting. There's also a long tradition of good food as the area … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Lake Charles, Louisiana
Film Friday: Runaway Jury
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 scenes filmed in … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Runaway Jury