It goes without saying that we are dealing with some unprecedented times here dealing with an international pandemic. And while travel is generally discouraged at this time, we've created this post on some places you should go when things calm down a bit (while still keeping a distance). The entire tourism industry is really hurting, so consider booking for a later date. The … [Read more...] about 61 Places to “Self Contain” for Spring Break
Mississippi
7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans
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 Road Destrehan … [Read more...] about 7 Easy Day Trips from New Orleans
8 Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras (Beyond New Orleans)
Bourbon Street, 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! Visiting New Orleans outside of Carnival? You can still experience Mardi Gras year-round. Mardi Gras World is one of the most popular attractions, … [Read more...] about 8 Places to Celebrate Mardi Gras (Beyond New Orleans)
Where to Go in the South in 2020
It’s the time of year when we start planning upcoming adventures. There are so many places I recommend visiting in the South, but 2020 will be an important year for many reasons. Based on travel trends from Destination Analysts, four of the top 20 destinations in the United States are within the South. Each of these destinations has been thoughtfully selected for what is … [Read more...] about Where to Go in the South in 2020
Visiting Natchez Historic Homes and Plantations
Fall Pilgrimage Natchez Like so many towns along the Mississippi River, Natchez was home to lavish plantations and farms where cotton and other products could be shipped up or downstream to market. Cotton planters became millionaires but at the cost of the enslaved labor. Some of these historic homes in the 300-year-old town are still standing and are open to tours. … [Read more...] about Visiting Natchez Historic Homes and Plantations
