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Stunning architecture, colorful characters and a funky culture that knows how to let the good times roll—those are just some of the reasons New Orleans is such a popular filming location for Hollywood studios. In 2014, a report on CBS News dubbed…
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Take a trip into territory that was once Louisiana's Wild West. Its rich history, gorgeous nature, delicious food and fun festivals will feed your soul. From museums and events to national forests and bayous, there is plenty to enjoy in Leesville…
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Historical landmarks, colonial forts and Creole plantations are highlights of the Cane River National Heritage Area. Cane River National Heritage Area is situated along the banks of Cane River Lake in Natchitoches, Louisiana. Natchitoches, the…
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Whether you're a romantic, a culture lover or a college student, we've got a New Orleans itinerary just for you. Planning a trip to New Orleans but don't know where to start? We've got ideas for all types of travelers with a wide variety of…
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In the 1700s and early 1800s, French Creoles from New Orleans, hardworking German settlers and planters from England traveled the Great River Road, trying to make their fortunes. They brought diverse customs that made Louisiana the mélange of…
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Iberville is one of Louisiana’s oldest parishes, named in honor of Pierre Le Moyne d’Iberville, a French explorer. Located near Baton Rouge, Iberville Parish provides plenty of things to see in southern Louisiana. Learn about these unique…
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There are infinite opportunities to get to know Louisiana, a state known for some of the nation’s friendliest folks—plus cuisine, music and culture found nowhere else. Here are a few of our favorite experiences to add to your Louisiana must-do…
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Louisiana serves up more memorable experiences than bowls of its famed gumbo. To experience an indelible part of the state’s past, present and future, visit the swamps throughout South Louisiana, home to one of the planet’s richest and most…
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Use this packing guide to get ready for your swamp tour in Louisiana! Imagine paddling through a misty Louisiana swamp or flying through the water on a lightning-fast airboat. Gnarled cypress trees dripping with Spanish moss casting eerie shadows…
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Louisiana’s plantation past comes alive at this small family cemetery. A few miles northwest of St. Francisville is a little-known cemetery that holds a fascinating footnote to Civil War history. Locust Grove State Historic Site sits on the…