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Mardi Gras is already in full swing in South Louisiana. Mardi Gras balls have begun and preparations for Mardi Gras parades and parties are being made. Synonymous with Mardi Gras is the King Cake. Though there are many companies that … Continue reading
Pralines can be found all over Louisiana, in candy shops, gift shops and tourist centers, to name a few. Louisiana would love to claim this special candy as its own creation, however, pralines were probably first made in France. Pralines … Continue reading
The Blues Trail, US Route 61, meanders, more or less, along the Mississippi River. In the 1930’s and ‘40’s, this route often carried poor rural musicians out of the dusty Mississippi cotton fields as they worked their way north. Along … Continue reading
Translated, it means “Throw Me Something, Mister“, a term used to try to get the attention of the Krewe members riding on the floats to throw some beads to you. It’s never too early to make plans to attend Mardi … Continue reading
New Orleans was the host city to IPW (International Pow Wow), the largest international travel show in the USA. Delegates from over 70 countries and more than 500 members of the international press descended upon the Crescent City to do business with … Continue reading
There are few things more calming than sitting still and watching nature. Now that winter is over, Baton Rouge and South Louisiana will soon see the migration of the butterfly as it returns from its winter home in Mexico. Now is … Continue reading
Travel Writer Marc Smith from Vancouver, Canada, stayed at The Stockade in April of 2015 as he was coming to Baton Rouge from Jazz Fest in New Orleans. Marc is interesting and fun and we really enjoyed spending time with … Continue reading
Whitney Plantation, located between Wallace and Edgard in St. John the Baptist Parish, will open its doors to the public for the first time in its 262 year history on December 8, 2014. Visitors will be immersed in the world of … Continue reading
Hoping to see alligators on your trip to Louisiana? You’re in luck! There are several swamp tours located around South Louisiana which will give you the opportunity to see alligators, birds and unusual plants in their natural environment. Swamp tours … Continue reading
Louisiana has so many awesome festivals, it’s hard to pick which ones to go to! Here are our top picks for the best upcoming LA festivals. Whether you’re looking for good food, good music, or just a good time, we’ve … Continue reading