Generations of Americans have visited Washington DC to experience the sights and sounds that make up our nation’s capital. While history buffs hold a special reverence for this city, don’t be put off if this isn’t your cup of tea. Visitors young and old will be entertained and enjoy everything DC has to offer. Where to Stay and Getting Around Like most big cities the cost of hotels in Washington DC can be high. But don’t limit your searches just to DC proper. You will likely be able to find 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
Cruise Chat: What to do on your Montego Bay Cruise Port Stop #BayouTravel
Montego Bay, Jamaica is one of the largest cities in the country and has long been an important port for trading and travel in and out of the island. For most of its modern history it was a key sugar port in the region. Today the area remains a major port for cruise ships coming into Jamaica and has been working to build and modernize its infrastructure. If Montego Bay is a stop on your cruise, there’s no shortage of things to do. Jamaica grows delicious coffee beans and a visit to Continue Reading
Cruise Travel Preparations: What to know about Belize Cruise Port? #BayouTravel
The country of Belize has become one of Central America’s hottest destinations thanks to its Caribbean coast, proximity to Mexico, plentiful natural resources, and English speaking population. This nation, once a colony of Great Britain has been welcoming tens of thousands of tourists a year. If your next cruise makes a stop at the port of Belize here are some things you should know. Belize City Incoming cruise ships dock in Belize City that not only borders the Caribbean Sea but the Belize Continue Reading
Orlando’s Cultural Family Travel Guide #BayouTravel
When I say Orlando what’s the first thing that comes to mind? The big mouse? Shamu the whale? Sunshine? But, did you know that Orlando and the surrounding area is also home to some great attractions that embrace the cultural history and experience of the region? Orlando is probably the last place you would think of visiting to experience Shakespeare but the Orlando Shakespeare Theatre takes pride in presenting classic performances and educational opportunities to visitors. They offer year round Continue Reading
New Orleans Area Plantation Tour Stop – Laura Plantation #BayouTravel
A few miles away from Oak Alley Plantation sits Laura Plantation, a restored historic Louisiana Creole plantation. The plantation is located on the west bank of the Mississippi River near Vacherie, Louisiana. My family and I decided to take the guided tour after we completed our Oak alley tour on a warm Saturday afternoon. We are brave! The Louisiana heat is rough but this plantation was worth the sweat. Our guided tour began outside Laura Plantation where our tour guide, gave us some Continue Reading
Oak Alley Plantation Tour Vacherie, Louisiana #BayouTravel
Today we are sharing our recent tour experience at Oak Alley Plantation in Vacherie, Louisiana. As media, my family & I obtained complimentary admission to the tour. Opinions are always my own. Twenty four years in the New Orleans area and I have yet to see it all! For me traveling throughout the New Orleans area and Louisiana as a whole is a personal mission of mine. So it is no surprise that my family and I enjoy touring the area on our available weekends. Recently we visited Oak Alley 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