Does you enjoy a good ghost story? Hearing a ghost story is very different than staying in a haunted hotel! Most Haunted Hotels can be found from the East to West coast and every state in between. It seems as if there are no shortage of ghosts in our country and they love to haunt old hotels. The three most haunted hotels are the Crescent Hotel, the Stanley Hotel, and Hotel Del Coronado. It doesn’t appear that any of these ghosts mean any harm; they just like to let you know that they are Continue Reading
Secrets Revealed: Airline Booking Tips #BayouTravel
When you are taking a trip or vacation and you realize you are going to fly, there is a better than average chance you are going to feel some stress about it. Whether you are stressed about the flying itself or simply about the costs involved, flying is not always easy for us. While there is nothing easy about getting over a fear of flying, finding a great airline rate is an easy fix for sure. Here are some airline booking tips to make sure you get the best rate possible: Make the middle Continue Reading
Summer Travel Tips: What Not to Purchase at a Theme Park #BayouTravel
Few things are more fun to do as a family than visiting a theme park together. The roller coasters, games, rides and attractions give you a mini-vacation to remember. Unfortunately, your wallet is not likely to forget either. Theme parks can be extremely expensive and a family trip can literally wipe out your entire summer budget if you are not smart about it. A large part of that is knowing what to avoid buying. Theme parks are expensive, but you can offset a great deal of the costs by Continue Reading
More Than Sandcastles and Sunsets – Turquoise Place, Spectrum Resorts #BayouTravel
Although our stay was part of a recent #BayouTravel press trip, opinions and thoughts are 100% my own and can not be influenced. For additional information please refer to this site's disclosure section. Living in Southeast Louisiana has many privileges, but the proximity to the sugar white beaches of Alabama's Gulf Coast can't be beat. Our family returned to Orange beach for a weekend stay at a Spectrum Resort - Turquoise Place. Located in Orange Beach, Alabama, Turquoise Place offers Continue Reading
Cetacean Cruises Dolphin & Nature Cruise – Orange Beach, Alabama #BayouTravel
Disclosure: The following post is in collaboration with my #BayouTravel series. Although my admission was complimentary, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own. Please refer to this sites disclsoure section for additional information. A little over a week ago my family returned to Orange Beach, Alabama for another #BayouTravel experience. If you think my family get tired of visiting the beach, you are mistaken. In fact, we are always searching for new family experiences. With Orange Continue Reading
Travel Tips: Travel Light With 5 Essential Wardrobe Items #BayouTravel
Some people ask me how I can pack at a moments notice. The truth is while there are times I over pack depending on the weather or destination, I try and focus on key pieces that I can use without adding bulk to my bag. When I travel I consider comfort and versatility! This fall I am packing 5 essential items and 3-4 additional shirts that can maximize my wardrobe. Not only will this save me luggage space but eliminate the need to shop when my key pieces are always waiting in my closet. Continue Reading
Travel Tips: How to Keep Your Family Fit When Traveling {Especially on a Cruise} #BayouTravel
One thing I loved about traveling aboard a cruise ship is the FOOD! Not only does one need to workout before an upcoming vacation, but making smart choices while traveling is a must. I utilized the stairs whenever possible and found myself taking strolls in the early morning to burn a few extra calories. If you are going to eat the gourmet dinners aboard a cruise ship then making smart choices can help trim some unnecessary calories. While aboard Carnival Cruise Lines - Carnival Dream Continue Reading
Theme Park Solutions – 5 Affordable Theme Park Souvenirs #BayouTravel
Everyone that has ever visited a theme park knows that it cost a bit of coin. It certainly is not known as a place to go and save money to say the least. Still, there are some areas where you can save money at theme parks. Souvenirs, in particular, can be very reasonable if you know what to look for. Here are some cool souvenir ideas that are affordable and reasonable: Clearance Merchandise Like every other retail establishment, theme parks will generally have older merchandise that they Continue Reading
Adding South Africa to Your Travel Bucket List ~> Bayou Travel Bucket List Series #BayouTravel
If you are an outdoor person than you have probably thought about visiting South Africa at one point or another. The country is a land full of very diverse experiences. From Cape Town to Johannesburg a once in a lifetime opportunity awaits you. Familiarize yourself with South Africa in our newest edition of Bayou Travel Bucket List. Background and History of South Africa Aboriginal people have been living in South Africa for at least a millennium. Along with Kenya, Tanzania, and Ethiopia, Continue Reading
America’s 9 Most Natural Breathtaking Views #BayouTravel
Ready to have your breath taken away by the natural beauty of the United States? Visit one of these 10 locations and experience the wild wonder of this country. Niagara Falls Long heralded as one of the most breathtaking sites to see, this waterfall lives up to the hype. Visitors can view it from the US or Canadian side of the falls by crossing the international border. Take the boat tour to get a close up view, it’s worth the money! Sequoia National Park Located in the southern Sierra Continue Reading
5 Sustainable Travel Tips #BayouTravel
When you want to practice sustainable travel it takes a little more research and thought than simply booking a plane ticket. But by spending just a little bit extra time making sure you’re employing the best sustainable options can go a long way towards reducing your impact your visit will have on the countries you're visiting. Here are 5 tips for traveling sustainably anywhere in the world. Know the Environmental & Moral Issues before Landing Do you know what some of the environmental Continue Reading
Cruise Travel Excursions: Ruins of Cozumel, Mexico #BayouTravel
The island of Cozumel is a popular cruise stop on many Caribbean cruises. There are plenty of things to do at this destination but one of the most sought after shore excursions is visiting the ruins on the island. But, did you know there’s more than one set of ruins to visit and you don’t need to book one of the shore excursions from your cruise ship to enjoy these historical sites? There are at least 24 archeological sites that have been discovered on the island of Cozumel with San Gervasio, Continue Reading