The greater New Orleans area is made up of acres upon acres of swamps and bayous, of marshy landscapes that create an ecosystem for the many species of plants and animals that call it home. Swamp tours are a popular day trip for those visiting the Crescent City and they offer a completely different landscape. A number of companies visit the swamps, but I went with Cajun … [Read more...] about Cajun Pride Swamp Tours
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Film Friday: Monster’s Ball
In Monster's Ball, a racist prison guard falls in love with the black woman whose husband he executed on Death Row. The film made stars of Billy Bob Thornton, Halle Berry, Mos Def, Sean Combs and Heath Ledger. Specific scenes were filmed at Louisiana State Penitentiary in Angola. Filmed In: Angola and LaPlace, Louisiana If You Like: Candy, The Green Mile, Cider House … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Monster’s Ball