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
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Where to Drink New Orleans’ Most Famous Cocktails
New Orleans, Louisiana, is a city that loves its cocktails and is responsible for the creation of more than a few. They include classics like the Sazerac and Gin Fizz, along with the Bourbon Street favorites like the Hurricane and Hand Grenade. While we may not be able to drink these New Orleans cocktails for a while, we can learn how to make them at home. We've included the … [Read more...] about Where to Drink New Orleans’ Most Famous Cocktails
39 Southern Botanical Gardens to Daydream About
Spring brings blooming flowers around the South, from backyards to botanical gardens. Wandering these spaces is the perfect way to spend an afternoon, soaking up the sunshine and natural colors. Until we get the chance to visit in person, here are some places to daydream about from the comfort of home. Arkansas Compton Gardens and Conference Center, … [Read more...] about 39 Southern Botanical Gardens to Daydream About
Southern Stays: The Mercantile Hotel
I've visited New Orleans many times over the years, so I try to stay somewhere new each trip. The Mercantile Hotel's building was a 1907 sugar refinery. It was previously The Lofts at Embassy Suites New Orleans and reopened in 2019. Set in the Warehouse District, the hotel is convenient to both the cruise port and nearby galleries and restaurants. Rooms at The … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: The Mercantile Hotel
Nicholas Sparks Filming Locations to Visit
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