I was probably 13 or 14 years old when I visited San Antonio with my mom, sisters and grandmother. If I can fins any, I'll try and dig up some old pictures but it was a very short trip. My grandmother took us to see the Alamo and a few other local attractions before left for Austin. This month, I'll be traveling to San Antonio with my mom, sister and my own children as we sight see and visit my Uncle and Aunt. If you have a day or if you have a week San Antonio is a great place to visit. In Continue Reading
Texas Travel: How to Experience Houston in 48 hours #BayouTravel
Are you planning a quick visit to Houston, Texas? If you don't have a lot of time but still want to experience some of the great attractions Houston has to offer, check out this quick trip guide. Spend 48 hours in this Texas city and enjoy some sites that will make your quick trip unforgettable. The Houston Museum of Natural Science and Cockrell Butterfly Center One definite stop that you will need to take time for during your 48 hours in Houston is at the Houston Museum of Natural Science. Continue Reading
Preparing Your Vehicle for Your Next Road Trip #BayouTravel
Road trips have become a huge focus for today’s travelers and hopping in the car to go last minute is common. Nothing is more exciting than loading up the car for a last minute weekend drive to someplace new. Going on a road trip is a great deal of fun, but you have to be prepared to do it safely. The last thing you want to do is head out on a road trip without preparing your vehicle. If you are one to go on road trips often, you can keep your car in a perpetual state of readiness. Here is a Continue Reading
Travel Chat: Top Foodie Travel Destinations #BayouTravel
Are you planning to do some traveling during 2015? If you consider yourself a foodie or at least a lover of fine foods and cuisines, then you may want to add a few great foodie destinations to your travel list for this year. What's on this list? While certainly not complete, this list offers a taste (pun intended) or some of the best hot spots for great food and the finest in dining. Check out these choices and enjoy your travels -- and the culinary delights these hot spots have to Continue Reading
Pros and Cons to Purchasing a CityPASS® on your Next Vacation #BayouTravel
Disclosure: I'm always looking for ways to save when I travel and knew my readers would enjoy learning more about the company. I did use them on my recent Atlanta visit and hope to use them again in the future. I was provided with 2 media/press booklet to use and learn more about the saving and service they provide to their clients. It's no secret that visiting tourist attractions during a vacation can use up a large chunk of your travel budget. One way to save money if your Continue Reading
Come Celebrate Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park – 40th Anniversary in Robert, LA #BayouTravel #Spon
Disclsoure: The following is a sponsored post. All opinions and thoughts are my own. Please see disclosure section for additional information. Last summer my family and I had to pleasure of camping at Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park in Robert, LA. Since my family and I enjoy camping, we were thrilled to know we can have some family fun, so close to the New Orleans Metro area. We loaded up the minivan, threw the bikes in the truck and waited for the kids to get off the school bus one Friday Continue Reading
Travel Tips: Potty Training Tips While on Vacation #BayouTravel
If you are potty training your little one, a vacation or trip can certainly throw a wrench into the progress. There are a few things you can do to help promote potty training while you are away from home and on vacation. Check out these tips to help you and your little one stay on track and not ruin the headway you've made. Take a Potty With You Be sure to take your little one's favorite potty chair with you on vacation. Familiarity is very important when you are trying to potty train and Continue Reading
New York City Travel: Free Things to do in NYC #BayouTravel
Are you planning a trip to New York City? If you're trying to stick to a budget, you may want to check out some of the free attractions and activities the city has to offer. Take a look at this list then make your plans to enjoy the Big Apple regardless of the size of your budget. Brooklyn Bridge Park Check out the attractions at Brooklyn Bridge Park -- an 85-acre recreation site that has a number of unique features and attractions. One that is especially memorable is a 1920s era carousel Continue Reading
Are We There Yet? Traveling with Children and SNICKERS® #WhenImHungry #CollectiveBias #Shop
Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #WhenImHungry #CollectiveBias Are we there yet? As a parent, you have heard this statement many times. As a kid, you are guilty of asking this of your Mother or Father. My children have endured many trips in such a short life. But no matter how many times we load up the car for a new adventure, long car rides are not always fun. Cramped quarters, motion sickness and Continue Reading
Travel Questions Answered: How do I obtain a Passport? #BayouTravel
If you are planning to travel outside of the United States, you will need one very important piece of identification: A passport. Do you know to get one? Here's a quick rundown on what you need to do to get your passport so you are ready to head out on your next adventure. Go to Your Local Post Office Your local post office will have the necessary form to apply for a passport. The form is known as DS-11. There are also passport services available online that allow you to fill out your Continue Reading
Vegas Baby! Top Family Attractions in Las Vegas #BayouTravel
Are you planning a family vacation to Las Vegas in the near future? Vegas is more than just gambling and nightlife. Check out these family attractions that are sure to please your crew when you visit this city. Caesar's Palace You don't have to be a guest at this famous hotel to enjoy what it has to offer for the family. Housed inside the hotel is a 50,000-gallon saltwater aquarium that is packed full of tropical fish that everyone in the family is sure to enjoy seeing. Sharks, rays, and Continue Reading
Travel Chat: Family Attractions in the Great Lakes #BayouTravel
If you live in the Great Lakes area or are just planning to visit, you may be looking for attractions to visit with the family. There are plenty of great attractions that are family friendly, it all depends upon what you're interested in. Check out these fun choices. Mackinac Island Located in Lake Huron, Mackinac Island offers plenty for families to do. For nature and history, you can visit the Mackinac Island State Park -- a site that encompasses 80 percent of the island, and includes Continue Reading