Looking for some family fun this summer? There is still time to catch the theatrical circus sensation, BraVeau, at the Beau Rivage Resort & Casino this summer. BraVeau performances began early this summer in June and runs through August 7. The 80 minute thrilling production features performers from Russia to Mongolia and demonstrate athletic agility, precision dance routines and dare devil stunts that the entire family will enjoy. My husband and I spent the weekend at the Beau Continue Reading
Crosby Arboretum – Outdoor Family Attractions in Picayune Mississippi #BayouTravel
Our lives are super hectic! Not in a bad way, we are simply preoccupied with life. When we are not at work, school, team sports and community projects, we like to travel. since we can't go away every weekend, we make it a point to explore our own area. Less than 20 minutes from our home in Louisiana is Picayune, Mississippi. My son and husband usually make a trip to Picayune at least once a month if not more. We usually head over the the scrap yard, barber shop for my son and have a meat Continue Reading
Beauvoir, The Home of Jefferson Davis – Historic Homes in the Mississippi Gulf Coast #BayouTravel
Over the years I have traveled to many historic homes in the South. I love the architecture, the landscape and it's at times it's integral part of American history. Like many historic homes, it's story and legacy showcases the good, the bad and the ugly side of American history. The Beauvoir estate was the last home to of the former President of the Confederate States of America, Jefferson Davis. Located in Biloxi, Mississippi, the estate and the Jefferson Davis Presidential Library Continue Reading
{Save Yo’ Money, Honey} What to do in the Mississippi Gulf Coast Area for FREE #BayouTravel
My family and I have always loved the Mississippi Gulf Coast. My brother has lived there for over 25 years and now my youngest sister has moved there as well. It's a good thing that the Mississippi Gulf Coast is just a short drive for my family. As I do when I travel throughout the U.S, the first thing I do when planning our upcoming family trip is search for free or low cost attractions in the area. So what kind of family fun can you expect for free? Please check with each location Continue Reading
The Rebirth of the Mississippi Gulf Coast #BayouTravel
More than one million people in Mississippi were affected by Hurricane Katrina in 2005 and 49 counties were declared federal disaster areas. As devastating as the hurricane was, there’s as with everything there’s a silver lining. In the years before Katrina many of the coastal communities had been stuck. They had lost their neighborhood structures, and in some cases the only attractions were the large, hulking casinos on barges in the bay that were taking over. Because nearly everything needed Continue Reading
Seize the Day….Trip: Trips to Include on Your Next Road Trip – #MsGulfCoast Edition #BayouTravel
When my family moved to S.E Louisiana our summer, like many local families included short trips to Bay St. Louis and Waveland, Mississippi. My father worked off shore for several weeks at a time so my mother and her friend would take our families to the coast for quick beach trip. There were times we would spend the night in a local hotel with both of our families or drive back the same evening. So naturally summer wouldn't be complete without taking my kids for a few day trips to the area to 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
Wordless Wednesday- Calm Waters Edition
One word can describe this picture: Peaceful Picture taken at Mississippi's Gulf Coast<a Continue Reading
2011 Gulf Island WaterPark Mom
Picture Courtesy of GulfIslandWaterpark.com My favorite part of summer is all the "field trips" our family gets to enjoy together. Our family loves to travel, but we are also blessed to live in tourism hot spot. Being about 45 miles away from New Orleans, we are able to enjoy a variety of museums, amazing food, eclectic music, and many sporting events. But we also live so close to Southern Mississippi and take full advantage of what they have to offer as well. Last year we bought passes to Continue Reading