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In my 48 years, I've experienced a few crystalline moments when I've tricked time, evaded the rules of physics, and been hit by a wave of wonder. The first time [...]

Meet Kylie! A sixth grader from New Hampshire, Kylie loves to make new friends. This month, Kylie corresponds with Robert, a 13-year-old who lives along the Mississippi River in Louisiana. [...]

WITH THE ENGINE WAILING, KIRK STANSIL maneuvered the longjohnboat through the slalom of marsh canals and boat trails like an Olympic skier. Soon; we hit abroad, open lake. By hugging [...]

[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Laissez les bons temps rouler. ... It's an expression you'll hear all across southern Louisiana, and it means 'Let the good times roll.' Of course, who would be [...]

If you mention Maurice, Louisiana, to people in the surrounding area, three widely known institutions tend to dominate the ensuing conversation. One of them is Hebert's Specialty Meats, a stuffed-fowl [...]

Go! A little inspiration for a fun and easy family vacation FINALLY, YOU HAVE A LEGITIMATE EXCUSE TO ACT LIKE A KID AGAIN. Summer is almost here and soon the […]

Details about the history talked in the Louisiana bayou is presented in detail. The descendents of Napoleon umpire, two hundred years after he sold his once vast colony in America to Jefferson, speak a language and food unknown in Paris.

July River Gorge OREGON-WASHINGTON BORDER 70 MILES The mighty Columbia River separates the states of Oregon and Washington and makes the only complete rift in the 700-mile-long Cascade Range. Canyon […]

From the jade necklace known as the Florida Keys to the antebellum homes in Louisiana, from the snow-capped peaks in Georgia to the golden barrier islands of North and South […]

'We are proud to be among the short list of destinations that have maintained or surpassed industry attendance projections during the last quarter,' says Shawn Hannie, meetings and conventions marketing [...]

The legendary joie de vivre of the state's people is infectious, and what better way to experience this joy of living in such a diverse state than at one of [...]

Blues music performances and festivals are readily available for those traveling through the Southeast, and a blues driving tour is described. The tour begins in New Orleans, Louisiana, stretches through the state of Mississippi, and ends in Memphis, Tennessee, at the Elvis Presley mansion.

They do things a bit differently in St. James Parish. Louisiana. In most places, the night before Christmas is a time to spend quietly with family and close friends around [...]

SPORTSMAN'S PARADISE Ever since the cops met up with Bonnie and Clyde on LA 154, this area has been a favorite for those wanting a meeting with results. Teddy Roosevelt [...]

SPORTSMAN'S PARADISE Ever since the cops met up with Bonnie and Clyde on LA 154, this area has been a favorite for those wanting a meeting with results. Teddy Roosevelt [...]

The attractions for visitors to the mostly undeveloped islands off the Southern states; West Ship Island, Cumberland Island, Santa Rosa Island, St George Island, Avery and Jefferson Islands are described.

A familiar city on the beach, a place to take relaxing vacations, is essential for a good quality of life. Various beach cities, and the terrain in between, are explored in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama.

Details of the Cajun lifestyle and customs are described from a tour of Louisiana. Native wildlife are observed from a swamp tour conducted by a guide. Expressions of the residents are noted as signs of how they see life. The tour was punctuated with visits to the region's historical sites., Intriguing scenery, indigenous music and incomparable food are just a portion of a Cajun Country tour FEATURE Ghostly cypress trees draped with spanish moss cluster grassy banks, their knobby knees [...]

A bicycle tour of the deep south takes a couple on a two-week, 700-mile ride from Chattanooga to New Orleans. The first part of the journey indicates tp the couple that bikes are not a popular mode of transport and roadside shoulders are non-existent in the deep south., From Chattanooga to New Orleans, bike touring in the land of po'boys, Baptists and barbecues The sweet, hickory smell of barbecue sauce is in the air. It's coming from a [...]

Louisiana has a lot to offer for travelers, specially during its Mardi Gras celebrations. Travelers can enjoy the state's hot and spicy food and its music festivals.

Louisina provides visitors the chance to experience a true Cajun Christmas. Nearly 750,000 lights transform the Acadian Village in Lafayette into a winter wonderland while the best of Acadian culture is showcased in St. Martinville.

The state of Louisiana is an excellent destination for travelers who enjoy well-prepared food. An alphabetical glossary of Louisiana terminology is presented, and sites of interest to food-oriented tourists are described.

Louisiana is an ideal location for meetings and conventions because of its diverse culture and varied recreational activities. Lafayette has been nicknamed 'Sportsman's Paradise,' because of its numerous fishing, waterskiing, camping, hunting and gambling facilities. New Orleans offers an interesting taste of Cajun culture with its numerous festivals and musical events. Alexandria boasts of several historic sites while Shreveport-Bossier showcases the state's luscious natural resources., Sportsman's Paradise While the state's sobriquet takes on different meanings in different parts of Louisiana - reveling in New Orleans or fais-do-do (dancing) in Lafayette - 'Sportsman's Paradise' in the [...]

A drive tour in a Dodge Ram through Louisiana's swamp regions is described. The goal is to test drive the Dodge Ram while sampling Cajun country and its music.

How would you construct a chronological map of American history? Would you put your first 'dot' in Puerto Rico, where Columbus initially set foot on what is now American territory? [...]

Acadiana, the region of Cajun culture west of New Orleans and sough of Baton Rouge in Louisiana, began attracting more tourists in the 1980s. Cajun culture is very rich, best known for its zydeco music and regional cuisine. The landscape is reminiscent of the 1940s.

Many historic plantations and beautiful swamps are within a few hours of New Orleans, LA. The city is described along with sites along River Road toward Baton Rouge, restaurants near Lafayette and attractions along Bayou LaFourche. A three-day itinerary is suggested.

LOUSIANA'S picturesque scenes and fanciful flavors blend into a menu of diversions for visitors. While New Orleans surely is the entree with its classic Old World charm, the appetizer is […]

A special route in old Louisiana includes about twenty mansions: some are open as guest inns. The mansions reflect their antebellum heritage and the inn keepers practice true southern hospitality. Gracious living and a different life style are prominent.

Travel tips and events are noted for the five regions of Louisiana, including Sportsman's Paradise, Crossroads, Cajun Country, Plantation Country, and Greater New Orleans.

If you're hoping to hear the heartbeat of Cajun country, drive straight to Acadiana. Rooted in French and Canadian heritage, the region became a haven for French settlers who were [...]

Some restaurants popular for good food and dance and important sites of Acadiana, Louisiana are described. Cafe des Amis and Mulate's in Breaux Bridge; Danna's Bakery, St Martin de Tours Catholic Church in St. Martinville; Bailey's Seafood & Grill and Blue Dog Cafe in Lafayette are some of the important places.

I am traveling along the Creole Nature Trail National Scenic Byway, which loops 180 miles through bayous, marshland, and beachside villages in the southwest corner of Louisiana, an area that […]

A RED ROOF, YELLOW stucco walls, blue columns, and porch railings make the 1805 Laura Plantation stand out. The rainbow of colors distinguished French Creole plantations from the white-columned mansions […]

Except for their expected pairing on dining room tables and in kitchen spice racks, you don't usually see salt and pepper in tandem. But at Avery Island, Louisiana, the two [...]