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Nestled on the banks of the Ouachita River and Bayou DeSiard, Monroe and West Monroe have everything you need for an unforgettable north Louisiana vacation. Hike breathtaking nature trails, sip a pint of craft beer and sample the wines of a local…
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The Ruston area is known for its thriving college-town atmosphere, a historic downtown district and the incredibly sweet peaches grown in this scenic part of north-central Louisiana. The area boasts a variety of specialty shops and delicious…
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Museums dedicated to the history and traditions of Carnival are open for visits year-round. Here are some worth visiting if you can't make it to Louisiana for Mardi Gras. So you've planned a visit to Louisiana, but it doesn't coincide with the…
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Mardi Gras is a costumed, feathered party beaded with tradition and throws, and New Orleans krewes are at the heart of it all. The Carnival season traditionally begins on Twelfth Night — aka Epiphany, or January 6 —and about two weeks before Fat…
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Louisiana is a state of true food lovers, so much so that food trails have popped up statewide in order to display each region's best culinary offerings. These food trails have been curated by the locals themselves, so you know they're the real…
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For many of us, spotting an alligator in the wild might signal that it’s time to start running. But fear not; despite that sinister-looking grin, alligators rarely make unprovoked attacks on humans. In fact, even though they possess the strongest…
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Add these attractions to the don't-miss list for your next Louisiana visit. Louisiana had a meaningful role in the World War II Allied victory, contributing everything from foot soldiers and commanders to training facilities for tens of thousands…
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Louisiana can properly claim the title "Festival Capital of the World," with more than 400 festivals scheduled annually around the state. In the spring, however, the festival action goes into warp speed. Every weekend — and sometimes the weekdays…
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Don't miss these unique — and thrilling — Louisiana festivals! These Louisiana festivals are so unique that you won't want to miss them. Whether it's a well-known event or a hidden gem, we know one thing: You won’t find festivals like these…
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The Big Easy holds its own among the most haunted cities in the United States. It's a city known for embracing the dead among the living with extravagant funeral processions, above-ground cemeteries and voodoo culture. It’s been said that…