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
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8 Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras (Beyond New Orleans)
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)
The South’s Best Gaming Towns
A few places might come to mind when you think of casino destinations, but did you know gaming is legal in certain parts of the South? They are allowed by law generally because they are on tribal lands or considered to be on the water, using a series of loopholes. Try your luck in any of these destinations, which have much more to offer than games of chance. Tunica, … [Read more...] about The South’s Best Gaming Towns
Weekend Guide to Biloxi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast
The Mississippi Gulf Coast isn't large in terms of mileage but provides a large portion of the region's seafood. Centered around Biloxi, there are also smaller towns like Ocean Springs, Bay St. Louis and, Pass Christian that make up the greater coast. People often forget just how this area was ravaged by Hurricane Katrina and others, which is still prevalent when … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Biloxi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Southern Stays: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
The Gulf Coast town of Biloxi, Mississippi, is known for its oceanfront casinos and hotels. But the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino is a step above the rest. First opened in 1999, the name Beau Rivage was actually first proposed for the Bellagio in Las Vegas, also owned by MGM Resorts, and means "beautiful shore." This luxury property was heavily damaged in 2005 after … [Read more...] about Southern Stays: Beau Rivage Resort & Casino
