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Theatrical Circus Sensation BraVeau Comes To Beau Rivage in Biloxi Mississippi – Ms. Gulf Coast
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
Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Illinois State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel
Today we include Illinois in our A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. For those of you not familiar with our 50 week series, Blogging Babies and the Bayou will take readers into a new state every week and feature local State Parks. My mission is to open the eyes of many readers and give a small glimpse of what your own state may offer. If you haven't included Illinois into your U.S travel bucket list, then get ready to brag a pen and paper to make it official! Enjoy our Walk in the Continue Reading
Abita Brewing Company Family Friendly Soda Tours – New Orleans & Northshore Area Attractions
My kids have experienced several winery and brewery tours over the years. I tend to think of it as a science or technology lesson! But a family friendly tour has just become available which introduces families to the production of locally made bottled soda. Abita Brewing Company has bottling beer in our area since 1986 and grew to expand their facilities in 1994 to a state of the art larger facility in order to keep up with demand. In addition, the privately owned and operated by local Continue Reading
Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Idaho State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel
Thank you for joining us for another week of our special series, A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. In this series, we journey to a different state and learn about its local state parks. This week we will be visiting the state parks of Idaho. You may not be familiar with these wonderful parks and all they have to offer even if you live there. You may be looking for someplace new to visit. We invite you to join us in learning about the state parks in each of the 50 states. Now, let's look Continue Reading
Visit Local State Parks – State by State, Hawaii State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel
Welcome to another week of our special series, A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight. In this series, we explore a different state and learn about its local state parks. This week we will be visiting the state parks of Hawaii. You may not be familiar with these wonderful parks and all they have to offer even if you live there. Please join us on a journey through each of the 50 states to explore some of the state parks that you may not know about. Now it's time to learn about some of Hawaii's Continue Reading
New Orleans Restaurant Roundup – Central Grocery New Orleans Top Restaurant & Food Stops #BayouTravel
Now Central Grocery is not necessarily a restaurant but it is one of the most visited food stops in the New Orleans area. Located on Decatur Street, across the street from the French Market is a small slice of heaven! The third generation, old-fashioned grocery store was founded in 1906 by Salvatore Lupo, a Sicilian immigrant who is famous for creating the muffuletta and located in the middle of New Orleans’ French Quarter. As soon as you walk in, you will find shelves lined with Continue Reading
New Orleans Restaurant Roundup – Juan’s Flying Burrito, New Orleans Top Restaurants #BayouTravel
When we travel food is always our number one expense! I can prepare for lodging and attraction expenses but food is always going to be something your travel budget can't prepare for especially when you're visiting New Orleans which per capita, leads the nation in James Beard Award nominations. My New Orleans Restaurant Roundup Summer Series reflects a variety of local New Orleans restaurants which includes both low to high price points. This week we are including Juan's Flying Continue Reading
Visit Local State Parks –State by State, Dive into Delaware State Parks {Spotlight} #BayouTravel
We are continuing our weekly series, A Walk In the Park, State Park Spotlight today with Delaware. Each week we will visit a new state and learn about the local state parks. You may live in a state all of your life and not be aware of the amazing parks it has to offer. So, I would love to take my readers on a journey through each of our states to explore some of theState Parks. Enjoy our Walk in the Park. Thomas Jefferson called Delaware a "jewel" among the rest of the country. This gave Continue Reading
New Orleans Restaurant Roundup – Johnny Sánchez New Orleans #BayouTravel
This summer, I thought I would share some of our favorite spots to dine in New Orleans. While these spots may be well-known to locals, tourists can utilize what we experience when locals venture out for a bite to eat in the city. We all love food, enjoy NOLA eats one bite at a time! Saturday evening my husband and I made a quick trip to New Orleans (about 40 minutes away) to pick up a package left for me at a hotel. My husband and I are always on the lookout for new, interesting Continue Reading
Chris Rose & The New Orleans Magical Musical Mystery History Tour + Photo Tour Recap
There is nothing like visiting your favorite city! In my case, it's a short 42 miles away and adult only weekend away from the kids! New York Best Selling author and local writer, Chris Rose has joined the ranks of local NOLA tour guides with his "New Orleans Magical Musical Mystery History Tour". The 2 hour (or so) tour takes you along through French Quarter and ends at Armstrong Park / Congo Square area. Since we were enjoying a weekend without the kids, my husband and I decided to Continue Reading
How To Choose a Cruise Ship Cabin: What You Need to Know Before Booking #BayouTravel
Not everyone will agree on stateroom preference but generally, size matters! Or is it cost? Since every cruiser has different needs, most cruise-liners have a wide range of staterooms that range from affordable to total luxury! While there are other factors involved like location of the ship, 1-3rd classes and foot traffic, you may want to consider your stateroom carefully! Inside Staterooms At 185 square feet, Carnival’s inside staterooms are among the largest of any cruise line and ideal Continue Reading