Like so many towns along the Mississippi River, Vicksburg 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 enslaved labor. Some of these historic homes in the 300-year-old town are still standing and are open to tours. They’re a popular day … [Read more...] about 11 Historic Homes in Vicksburg You Can Actually Visit
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Tips for Visiting the Hattiesburg Zoo
Open since 1950, the Hattiesburg Zoo is a beloved landmark on 12 acres in Kemper Park. Set amongst the pine trees, the zoo supports conservation projects for animal welfare through the facility as well as abroad. Areas of the Hattiesburg Zoo The zoo is broken up into multiple geographical areas, including Asia, Australia, and Africa. The African pavilion has the new … [Read more...] about Tips for Visiting the Hattiesburg Zoo
Where to Find Street Art in Hattiesburg
The charming town of Hattiesburg, Mississippi has transformed in the last few years into a place for colorful walls that showcase artists from around the country. They rival bigger cities like Chattanooga, Nashville, and Atlanta. Visitors can pick up a map from the visitors center with QR code maps or visit hattiesburgpublicart.org for more information. We've broken down … [Read more...] about Where to Find Street Art in Hattiesburg
A Home Town Fan Guide to Laurel, Mississippi
The charming town of Laurel, Mississippi came to prominence as the yellow pine capital but most recently has appeared on the hit HGTV show Home Town, which premiered in 2016. Starring Ben and Erin Napier, the couple restores homes in their town while also highlighting small businesses. It's made Laurel a popular destination, especially for fans. Want to see where your … [Read more...] about A Home Town Fan Guide to Laurel, Mississippi
Where to Go (in the South) in 2022
It's nice to think we've gotten to a point where everything is "back to normal," but that just isn't the case. Variants are on the rise but travel hasn't slowed by any means. The last two years have been challenging for the travel industry (and website owners like me!) but I feel hopeful that things are turning around. Now is a great time to support the small towns and … [Read more...] about Where to Go (in the South) in 2022