My kids (especially my son) love the swamp. Living so close to the Honey Island Swamp we have seen our fair share of gators in our lifetime. So it was no surprise that my family would want to stop at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park during our recent trip to St. Augustine. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park began in the late 1800's as a small exhibition of Florida reptiles and soon became one of Florida's Top Family Attraction. Today the accredited zoo serves as Continue Reading
Ponce de Leon’s Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park #BayouTravel
Well, I didn't come back looking any younger but I did have a great time! During our recent visit to St. Augustine we visited the Ponce de Leon's Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park, the original site of the Nation's oldest city. The actual location is also in the area first explored by Juan Ponce de Leon in 1513 and settled by Pedro Menendez de Aviles in 1565. Visiting St. Augustine was a perfect fit for my family. Basiclally it was one big history lesson that we saw come to life over a Continue Reading
Crossroads House of Blues Dining Experience #CrossroadsHOB
All opinions on our complimentary visit to the House of Blues are my own and in no way influenced by others. You can read my disclosure policy for more information. Recently my family and I had to opportunity to enjoy dinner at Crossroads House of Blues in New Orleans. In the past we have dined at the New Orleans House of Blues but have never experienced the New Crossroads Menu create by Celebrity Chef Aaron Sanchez. The Food Network star created the new menu to reflect a mix of American Continue Reading
Classic and New Branson Attractions Worth Visiting #BayouTravel
Branson first began attracting visitors in the 1880’s with a unique attraction; descending into a cavern via a rope 200 feet below the Earth’s surface. For many years this was the main attraction in the city and several caves are open to visitors. When Harold Bell published his famous novel about the Ozarks, “The Shepherd of the Hills,” the area was merely farms and frontier. It wasn’t until the 1960’s that Branson really began to grow as an entertainment center and tourist destination. Today Continue Reading
Spring break on a Budget #BayouTravel
Guest Post written by Kate Voss When the winter finally begins to thaw and the kids get a week or two off of school, it’s the perfect time to plan a family vacation. For many of us spring break travel is a luxury, but you don’t need an all-inclusive tropical resort to make a memorable family vacation. Here are a few tips on how to plan a remarkable and budget-friendly spring break. Spend time researching flights With the hundreds of search sites for finding a flight, from Expedia to Continue Reading
Beyond Bikinis & Margaritas: Cultural Cozumel + Cruise Ship Scavenger Hunt Printable
Spring-breakers, cruise ship stop-overs, and beach bums are at the top of the list of those who visit the Mexican island of Cozumel. But, there’s so much more to do on this island than sipping margaritas or lounging in your bikini. Traditional beach activities like scuba diving, snorkeling and dolphin swimming are all available. But, you can also mix up your tropical vacation with a stop at some of these cultural and historical sites that make Cozumel a destination for all types of vacation Continue Reading
Spring Break Destinations without the College Crowd #BayouTravel
Thousands of co-eds take to beaches around the country over the next few weeks to celebrate “spring break.” But if you want to take a vacation around the same time, and aren’t interested in participating in a 24 hour a day party, here are four destinations that guarantee you’ll still have a great time. San Diego, CA You may not complete escape the college-set in San Diego but with loads of beaches and other activities you can be sure to carve out a space all your own. You can also avoid the Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – Adventure into Connecticut State Parks #BayouTravel
Today we include Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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
Should we tent camp or RV camp? Pros and Cons #BayouTravel
Should we tent camp or RV camp? Pros and Cons If you’re new to camping you may be surprised to find how many different options are available. While this is a good thing, it also can feel overwhelming. The two most common types of camping are tent camping and RV camping. Taking some time to understand the pros and cons to each scenario will help you make the best decisions. Tent Camping When you think of “going camping” the image of a popped up vinyl tent in a forest is most likely to come Continue Reading
Visit Your Own State Parks – Colorado State Parks #BayouTravel
Today we include Colorado 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 Colorado 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
New Orleans Carnival Flavor with Mardi Gras Macarons #BayouTravel
Mardi Gras Macarons Have you ever dreamed of making your own macrons? Macrons are a sweet meringue based confection that is a delicate sweet treat. We are very spoiled in New Orleans by having various bakeries specialize in macarons. But why not make them for yourself? Time consuming? Yes but worth it in every bite! Today we share a New Orleans Madi Gras inspired version of macarons which are adapted From: Annie's Eats. Please, let me know how your macarons turned out after baking. Continue Reading
Respecting the Locals While You’re on Vacation #BayouTravel
One of the reasons people travel is to see new places and meet new people. There is an opportunity to see another way of life and experience cultures that are different from our own. We want to bottle up our experience (or capture it on video/image) and take it home with us to share with others. But, how often have you stopped to wonder if you’re crossing a line with the people that call that place home? Be Respectful Before visiting any location some care should be taken to understand what Continue Reading