I can't be blamed if you read this post and instantly book a trip to New Orleans this summer! Seriously though, one of my favorite things about living in the New Orleans area is festival fun on the weekends. As soon as the warm weather (which is almost 365 days a year) hits, my family and I are plotting which NOLA outdoor festivals we want to hit. This year Toyota USA sponsored our annual French Quarter Festival experience. If you're not familiar with French Quarter Fest, it's the largest Continue Reading
Carnival Fantasy Good Eats and More -Carnival Cruise Lines Mobile Alabama #BayouTravel
It's been an entire 4 months since our last cruise and I'm definitely having withdrawals! Our most recent cruise was aboard Carnival Fantasy which departs from Mobile, Alabama. Since Mobile is about 2 hours away from our home, we decided to check her out and experience a "new to us" cruise ship. Recently refurbished in 2016, Carnival Fantasy includes Guy's Burger Joint serving signature burgers, BlueIguana Cantina, Alchemy Bar and much more. Some cruisers prefer larger ships, while others Continue Reading
Saving on Spa Services When Traveling #Groupon #ad
Disclosure: This is a sponsored post. All opinions are mine. Whether your kids are back in school or you're packing for an upcoming getaway, one of my favorite ways to save money on health, beauty and wellness is Groupon.com. You can find discounted spa services like hairstyling, makeup, tanning, manicures and even brow services at local salons at a fraction of the price. Taking it one step further, Groupon users can search for an upcoming travel destination and find spa services in Continue Reading
Margaritaville Resort Biloxi – Mississippi’s Newest Beach Resort & Family Entertainment
While my husband and I had the chance to getaway without the kids, I wanted to check out the newly opened Margaritaville Resort in Biloxi, Mississippi. Keep in mind that we spent the weekend at the Beau Rivage and did not experience the actual resort. We merely visited ESCAPE, Margaritaville's family entertainment center. The actual 22 story resort offers waterfront suites overlooking Deer Island and the Mississippi Sound. It also boosts spacious rooms, luxury suites and numerous amenities Continue Reading
Wellness Wednesday – 3 Vitamins You Should Start Taking Now and Why
We travel during the holidays especially during the month of November through February so I can't afford for my family or I to get sick. This month we are going to dedicated Wednesday to wellness with health inspired topics from keeping your skin healthy to workout foods. Join us every Wednesday and do your friends and family a favor by sharing our articles as well. Today: Vitamins! 3 vitamins you should start taking now and why You know you should take vitamins, but if you aren't sure Continue Reading
Beach Eats – The Shed Bar-B-Que and Blues Joint in Oceans Springs, Mississippi
Imagine tender all natural red Angus Meyer beef smoked low and slow to perfection and then lathered with some of the best homemade barbecue sauce and secret Shed sauce your lips have tasted in a looooonnnngggg time! Top with a few pickles and onions and you will see pigs fly! No, literally. You never know what you'll see at The Shed Bar-B-Que and Blues Joint in Oceans Springs, Mississippi. Every heard the saying: One man's junk is another man's treasure. Well, that is precisely 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
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
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
Did You Know? Travel Series – Notable Attractions & Sites in Istanbul, Turkey #BayouTravel
This is the 5th edition in our "Did you Know?" Travel Series. You can find other European cities & attractions like~~> London's Bridge Tower & St. Paul's Cathedral Croatia or Bulgaria by following the links above or searching Did you Know? Travel Series in our search bar. Situated outside the Dolmabahçe Palace in Istanbul, Turkey is the Dolmabahçe Clock Tower. The clock tower dates back to 1890 and 1895. Built 89 ft in height, the tower stands in front of its Treasury Gate Continue Reading
Summer Travel Tips: Building a Summer Wardrobe, Ideas to Stay and Look Cool
During the winter, we layer on clothing to keep our temperatures up. When the summer arrives, we want to shed it and come out of hibernation. Finding summer clothes is always fun but be sure to find clothing that will help keep you cool in the heat. Here are some ideas to help you fashion your summer wardrobe. Summer Wardrobe Considerations The highlight of summer months is spending time outside. The downside to this is the fact that the rays from the sun can raise our internal temperatures Continue Reading