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Top 8 Micro Pubs to Visit in the U.S #BayouTravel

June 5, 2014 by Maria

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

America’s Most Romantic Wineries #BayouTravel

May 29, 2014 by Maria

America’s Most Romantic Wineries #BayouTravel

Think Napa Valley, California is the only place to have a romantic winery experience? Think again! Locations throughout the United States are growing grapes and producing top quality wines that rival their European and South American counterparts. If you’re looking for a romantic winery getaway, here are some suggestions from all over the country to get you started! O’Brien Estate – Napa Valley, California While Napa Valley isn’t the only place to go for out of this world wineries, it still Continue Reading

Royal Caribbean #LibertyoftheSeas Cozumel, Mexico #BayouTravel

May 28, 2014 by Maria

Royal Caribbean #LibertyoftheSeas Cozumel, Mexico #BayouTravel

Some of my favorite pictures never made it to my Royal Caribbean Liberty of the Seas #SeastheDay blog posts. I decided to include a few of them in this week's Not So Wordless Wednesdays. I'll continue to add more throughout the summer but the great things about traveling is that I can use some of my travel pictures throughout the entire year of travel posts. I genuinely had a great time about Liberty of the Seas and can't wait to experience another ship and even another cruise liner. Continue Reading

Cruise Tips: Packing Tips for Cruise Travel #BayouTravel

May 22, 2014 by Maria

Cruise Tips: Packing Tips for Cruise Travel #BayouTravel

Getting ready to board your cruise vacation? Take some time to consider these packing tips as you finalize your plans. Clothes These are the most important items to put in your suitcase and also tend to cause the same stress. While you have lax luggage restrictions on board, even the biggest room has limited storage space. You should pack at least one formal outfit and a bathing suit if you’re heading to a warm weather destination. Keep in mind that multi-function pieces can help you cut Continue Reading

Louisiana Travel – Enjoying the Great Outdoors at Camp Salmen Nature Park #BayouTravel

December 31, 2013 by Maria

Louisiana Travel – Enjoying the Great Outdoors at Camp Salmen Nature Park #BayouTravel

Living in Southeast Louisiana outdoor fun is always in season. Nature trails are plentiful in our area especially in the bayou. Located on scenic Bayou Liberty near Slidell, Louisiana, Camp Salmen is one of Louisiana's historic landmarks. Camp Salmen spans 130 acres which were once part of the Salmen Brick and Lumbar Company. Many of the bricks used to build the city of New Orleans were made by the Salmen Brick and Lumbar Company which holds additional significance to Louisiana history. Continue Reading

Ober Gatlinburg – Smoky Mountain Attractions #BayouTravel

December 30, 2013 by Maria

Traveling to the Smoky Mountain Area is always an exciting family journey. My children are older so we are always up for an adventure. Ober Gatlinburg Ski Resort and Amusement Park is one of Gatlinburg's most exciting attractions. Nestled high in the above Gatlinburg, your family can enjoy an array of activities at any age range. Like I previously mentioned in the past, my family and I are regulars to the area and were thrilled to experience a full day at Ober Gatlinburg While many Continue Reading

Must-Have Gadgets for Traveling Family

November 19, 2013 by Maria

All links contain redirect to an Amazon Affiliate link. Items chosen are based off of items I already have, want or highly rated in Amazon Looking for a creative gift for your loved one? Why not give them the gift of family travel?!? I would love to gift an experience of a lifetime but I'm short on cash. Ha!! Instead, I like to give those that travel, something you wouldn't buy for themselves when they took their new family journey. This list is part wish list, part items I love and those that Continue Reading

Instagram Travel Round Up – #NYC

November 7, 2013 by Maria

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Baytowne Marina in #Sandestin

November 5, 2013 by Maria

Disclosure: Our stay at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort was complimentary but these activities are free of charge for all registered resort guests at Sandestin. On our last full day at The Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort we took the free tram to go bike riding at the Baytowne Marina. Before heading over to the Bike Depot we took a stroll on the Marina to see what awaits us when we return. The Marina sits on the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay in Northwest Florida and features restaurants, Continue Reading

Visting Sandestin Area – The Village of Baytowne Wharf #Sandestin

October 29, 2013 by Maria

Disclosure: Family Passes for the following locations were provided. All thought & opinions are always my own On our first full evening at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort we took the free tram to The Village of Baytowne Wharf in Sandestin. We knew there would be shopping and a various selection of restaurant options but there was also family fun that awaited us at The Village of Baytowne Wharf. I love that we are experiencing Sandestin in the fall. There are zero crowds and short wait Continue Reading

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort Amenities

October 26, 2013 by Maria

Disclosure: Although my trip was sponsored, all opinions are my own. Planning a family getaway can be a huge expense on many families. Fall travel is a great way to enjoy discounts on affordable accommodations and discounted attractions. What I loved about Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort is that many family friendly activities are complimentary resort amenities for registered Sandestin guests. On our recent stay at Sandestin, my husband & I both took off of work Friday in order to Continue Reading

Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort #Sandestin

October 22, 2013 by Maria

My recent visit was complimentary. As always I am truthful and my travel experiences are my own. Two weeks ago my family & I visited Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort located on Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Sandestin is a 2,400-acre destination resort and is open for all seasons. Fall travel is something that I normally do solely in November, but this year we allocated a few days to celebrate daughter's thirteenth. Our lives, like so many revolves around our weekly calendar and Continue Reading

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Travel is my passion! Whether I am camping nearby or on a cruise ship, my heart wants to travel and discover the world! From coast to coast, I strive to encourage others to see the world and live with a suitcase always “half packed”. I’m ready to travel, are you? Contact Email: BloggingBabiesandtheBayou@gmail.com {read more here}

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