While every city has its fair share of chain restaurants and casual dining fare but it also has a food culture. In the US, food culture is largely dictated by the immigrant groups that call that place home. While international destinations have unique qualities that combine food and life. Tapas in Spain, street food in Singapore, and seafood in Japan. Wherever you’re traveling, take some time to dive into the food culture to get a real taste of the location. Research Do some research before Continue Reading
Top 5 Waterfalls on the West Coast #BayouTravel
One of the best parts about an afternoon drive is when you unexpectedly make a turn and there is a wonderful waterfall there to greet you. If you are planning on going hiking for the day, why not plan on going somewhere that has an amazing waterfall? There is nothing better than hearing the water hit the rocks below, see the splash come off as the water rains down, and seeing the smiles that light up faces as people watch the waterfall in sheer wonderment. Here are the top five waterfalls that Continue Reading
Unique Travel Ideas: Top Sports Museums Across the United States #BayouTravel
For a sports enthusiast, sometimes the best vacation is one that takes them down memory lane. This often includes a trip to one of the top sports museums across the United States. If you have a favorite team or a sport you just can't live without, consider taking a trip to one of these great sports museums this year: Baseball Hall of Fame Located in historic Cooperstown, New York, the Baseball Hall of Fame is a Mecca for baseball fans of all ages. This museum hosts multimedia exhibits and Continue Reading
Adding Brazil to your Travel Bucket List ~> Bayou Travel Bucket List Series #BayouTravel
The largest country in South America, Brazil is on the world stage right now thanks to their hosting of the World Cup Soccer match this summer. It’s also on my bucket list for places to visit. Background and History of Brazil Brazil has been occupied by hundreds of indigenous tribes for at last the least 10,000 years however archeologists still haven’t been able to date the earliest peoples of the region. In 1500 the Portuguese were the first Europeans to colonize the area. While there were Continue Reading
San Fermin en Nueva Orleans (Running of the Bulls) & San Fermin Wine Dinner #BayouTravel
New Orleanians are very familiar with the San Fermin en Nueva Orleans Running of the Bulls event held every summer. The New Orleans version of the San Fermin festival includes thousands of locals running streets of the French Quarter while hundreds of Rollerbulls (roller derby skaters with horns and plastic bats in) "attack" in a unique encierro. The festival is a fundraiser for the Animal Rescue New Orleans and The Multiple Sclerosis Society of Louisiana and is sponsored by The Continue Reading
Darius Rucker, LIVE in Concert 6/21/14 Free at Harrah’s Gulf Coast #BayouTravel
All information and pictures are provided by our travel sponsor, Harrah's Gulf Coast. Mark your calendars! Save the date to see Darius Rucker LIVE in concert for FREE! That's right, Darius Rucker will be performing The Great Lawn at Harrah's Gulf Coast on June 21st. Entertainment for all ages and will kick-off at 5pm. Additional entertainment will be provided from Country acts, Eli Seals Band and A Thousand Horses! While you are there, enjoy the stay and play benefits. You can make Continue Reading
America’s Best Baseball Stadiums to Visit #BayouTravel
As a huge sports fan I often wondered how exciting it would be to visit your favorite team in a landmark sports stadium. I have many friends that travel throughout the country solely to watch their favorite team play away games or playoff game. Today I am featuring once in a lifetime baseball stadium to visit. Part of the excitement of going to see a Major League Baseball game is the feeling you get when you walk into the stadium. America's best baseball stadiums to visit offer more than just Continue Reading
Family Travel: Six Summer Festival to Attend with Kids #BayouTravel
Summer time is festival season and no matter where you live there’s bound to be something nearby. However not all festivals are family friendly. Your county or state probably has an annual fair that’s attended by locals. These are often a really great event for children of all ages. But, beyond these local festivals there are some bigger events that may be worth checking out. Summer on the Hudson Every year the New York City Parks Department holds an outdoor arts and culture festival. Continue Reading
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My family and I have a very busy schedule. Throughout the year my children participate in various sports. They need to have strong bones and a balanced diet every morning. The glass of milk they drink in the morning gives my kids the nutrients they need to start their day with a lot of energy and help strengthen bones. To celebrate the launch of the new Hispanic Milk Campaign Life What makes us strong, we have partnered with me and Blogging, Babies and the Bayou. We want to dedicated time to Continue Reading
New Orleans Hotel Spotlight – The Roosevelt, Waldorf Astoria Spa #BayouTravel
I love to travel but my favorite city will always be New Orleans. Since we live so close to New Orleans we always try to incorporate weekends trip with and without the children. Today I am sharing one New Orleans Hotel option. The Roosevelt, Waldorf Astoria Hotel is a great option for a girl's weekend. Why? One reason is the recently re-branded Waldorf Astoria Spa, New Orleans. I'm a spa girl! I feel slightly guilty letting you know that I travel with a spa treatment on my agenda. It's a Continue Reading
Visiting Spain soon? Here’s What You Should Know! Bayou Travel Bucket Series – Spain #BayouTravel
“For one person who likes Spain there are a dozen who prefer books on her.” ― Ernest Hemingway, Death in the Afternoon For hundreds of years Spain has played a role on the world stage. It’s location means it has been influenced by many different civilizations and cultures – impacting the architecture, language, and food of each region. A general background and history of Spain Spain, has a long and rocky history. It was a part of the Roman empire for decades. When the rest of Europe was Continue Reading
Top 8 Micro Pubs to Visit in the U.S #BayouTravel
You’ve heard of a brewery and winery but have you heard of a micro pub? Essentially it’s a simple, small establishment that serves only beer – no food. There isn’t a need for a lot of equipment and the focus is on serving good, high quality, small brew beers. In the United States they’re also known as craft breweries and are growing in popularity. Kettlehouse Brewing Company – Missoula, Montana Kettlehouse is the definition of a micro pub. Its brewery is small, its serving room tiny, and Continue Reading