If you’re counting down the days until summer and dreaming of spending your days soaking up the sun, you’ll want to bookmark this post. With nearly 90,000 miles of tidal coastline and thousands more miles of coast on inland waters there’s a beach around every corner. With so many choices, where are the best beaches? The Jersey Shore Made infamous by the MTV reality show by the same name, this technically this isn’t a single beach but several. If you want to experience the most well-known and Continue Reading
Wordless Wednesday – Historic Architectural Design – St. Augustine Florida #BayouTravel
Beachers Lodge St. Augustine Florida #BayouTravel
My family enjoys traveling with me on our #BayouTravel adventures. In fact, they have become tiny traveling insiders. They can spot the differences in locations, can feel mood changes at specific resorts or attractions and are continuously learning through our experiences. But one thing about my family, we love to be surprised. In early March our family visited St. Augustine, Florida for the 1st time. I had no business relationship with the lodging location and had zero expectations. I knew Continue Reading
Learn more About Cruise Ship Entertainment – Liberty of the Seas #SeastheDay #BayouTravel
I'm not a poolside person! Naturally I enjoy having a fruity cocktail by the pool but when I travel, I am always on the go. I want to get the most out of my travel dollars and find ways to keep myself occupied during any vacation getaway. Whether my family and I are enjoying the afternoon at a museum or taking in a show after dinner, I love to keep busy. Vacationing aboard a cruise ship can be very relaxing and quite entertaining as well. Outdoor sports enthusiasts can enjoy 10 pools and Continue Reading
Alabama’s Gulf Coast – Orange Beach and Gulf Shores #BayouTravel
Located west of the Florida panhandle, Alabama’s Gulf Coast region covers slightly more than 50 miles of oceanfront shorelines. Orange Beach and Gulf Shores are two of the larger cities located on this stretch and are two little known gems in the region. The white sand beaches are made up of quartz grains that washed down from the Appalachian Mountains centuries ago. Spend your days learning about the history and culture of this region and experience some of the best fishing and seafood in the Continue Reading
Wine Tasting and Tours at San Sebastian Winery St. Augustine, Florida #BayouTravel
About a year ago I mentioned to my friend & fellow travel lover that I was interested in touring a local winery in the Smoky Mountain Area. Since we both have visited the area frequently she mentioned that she has taken her entire family to local wineries for a tour and free wine tastings. Her children are the same age as mine so I though if she felt comfortable doing that, why shouldn't I? I thought it was a great idea and since then have taken both my children to local wineries while Continue Reading
Cruise Travel: Top Tips for Cruising With Children #BayouTravel
Disclosure: My recent Royal Caribbean cruise aboard Liberty of the Seas was part of a press trip. My thoughts and opinions are always my own. Taking a cruise could seem intimidating to parents who feel like a vacation for the family is less than relaxing. Thousands of people in a single area, lots of pools, and plenty of places to get lost. There are a lot of reasons for families to avoid cruises. But for every potential negative there are plenty of positives as well. Taking a cruise Continue Reading
Yats Unlimited New Book Release: DAT NOLA Riverfront plus #Sponsored Giveaway
If you are an avid reader of Blogging, Babies and the Bayou then you are probably familiar with the Lil Yat's Adventure Books (Yats Unlimited) Collection. Lil' Yat Books incorporate colorful local characters (Lil' Yat is a shrimp, Yatty Boy is a frog, Drexel is an alligator and Yatty Girl the Pelican) with New Orleans flare. The entire series of Lil' Yat's Children's Books takes young readers into a New Orleans Adventure with every page. Whether they are visiting Storyland & New Orleans Continue Reading
Travel Tips: Where To Find WiFi in Mexico #BayouTravel
A few years ago finding WiFi in Mexico would have been pretty nonexistent. These days it seems that most towns have an internet service available. Finding WiFi in Mexico can be as simple as grabbing a Corona at an outdoor cantina or purchasing a WiFi USB modem from TelCel. Here are some great tips on where to find WiFi in Mexico. The majority of Mexico works on the 3G system and 4G is only available in large cities like Hermosillo and Mexico City. When you cross over the border, make sure Continue Reading
To Shore Excursion or Not? #BayouTravel
If you’ve taken a cruise, or are planning to take one soon the question of shore excursions is bound to come up. Cruise lines offer dozens of shore excursions in conjunction with local operators to those on board. But, is taking one of these, sometimes quite expensive, excursions the best way to spend your time and money? The Advantages of Ship Arranged Shore Excursions ~You know that the tour company is reputable and trusted. There’s a reason the cruise line continues to work with them, Continue Reading
New Orleans Family Travel Guide #BayouTravel
You might be surprised the learn that families are flocking to New Orleans, Louisiana as a family travel destination. With numerous kid-friendly attractions I can see why. Although I might be a bit biased, families with children from teens to toddlers can fall in love with food, family fun and more. Over the years I have written about New Orleans multiple times and share my love for New Orleans with others. TripAdvisor has recently ranked New Orleans #10 in their 2013 Travelers Choice Award Continue Reading
Educational Travel In The Smokies #BayouTravel
For many families summer travel is the perfect way to recharge our batteries from the stressors of work and school. My family has been traveling to the Smoky Mountains every November for the past ten years. We love the area! For my family, traveling to the area is a great way to unwind and reconnect before the upcoming holidays. We have many family memories of the Smoky Mountains and love when others share the same experiences that the area has to offer. But there are many family attractions Continue Reading