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 in creating the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Tabasco Factory in Avery Island
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Exploring Central State Hospital, Georgia’s Largest Mental Institution
Central State Hospital opened in 1842 as a “lunatic, idiot, and epileptic asylum." It's become one of the creepiest places to visit as the buildings crumble. Its first patient arrived tied to a horse and following on foot. During this time, people who were considered to be "different" were sent by their families to Central State, unsure of how to deal with them. … [Read more...] about Exploring Central State Hospital, Georgia’s Largest Mental Institution
Snorkeling with Manatees in Crystal River
Crystal River, Florida is known as the place to see manatees in the wild. The small community in central Florida, a short drive from Orlando and Gainesville, swells in the winter when over 800 of the West Indian manatees seek out the warm water of the natural springs that are found throughout the river. Going on a Manatee Snorkeling Tour Now a protected area, tours … [Read more...] about Snorkeling with Manatees in Crystal River
Visiting Local Restaurants with Marietta Food Tours
I've been on countless food tours around the South, but I had the unique opportunity to take one in my hometown. I'm a native of Marietta, a suburb of Atlanta, and am frequently telling others of the great eateries nearby. But there were some I hadn't even been to. That's where Marietta Food Tours comes in. I've known Brian and Cecilie for a while, so I was excited to see … [Read more...] about Visiting Local Restaurants with Marietta Food Tours
Atlanta Food Walks Downtown Southern Food Walk
Atlanta Food Walks started as the brainchild of food and travel blogger (and my personal friend) Akila McConnell. After years of traveling the world and experiencing its cuisines, she came back to her home and sought to teach visitors and locals alike about the food history of Atlanta. The food tour interweaves the city's most important moments with its memorable dishes. I … [Read more...] about Atlanta Food Walks Downtown Southern Food Walk
