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We all say YAY for beignets!! The word beignet (pronounced ben-YAY) comes from the early Celtic word bigne meaning “to raise.” It is also French for “fritter.” The typical well-known beignets are fried, fluffy pieces of dough, served hot and…
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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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When it comes to weddings, Louisiana offers incredible venues, delicious food and plenty of #OnlyLouisiana charm. To make sure you can most effectively laissez les bons temps rouler, let’s review the history and culture behind some of Louisiana’s…
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There are opportunities to learn about, and celebrate, Italian culture in all corners of the state! Louisiana is a vastly diverse state, a melting pot full of history and a wide variety of cultural influences. Take a trip to explore Louisiana’s…
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Celebrate the shrimping industry in #OnlyLouisiana at the Annual Delcambre Shrimp Festival. The shrimping industry has long played an important role in the lives of south Louisiana's Cajuns. So much so that the town of Delcambre hosts the…
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Why is it called a GRAMMY®? A New Orleans secretary won the contest to name music’s top prize. Should you ever doubt Louisiana’s undeniable contribution to the world of music, remember that even the GRAMMY ® got its name thanks to someone from…
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Grab your dancin' shoes and boogie down at Louisiana's dance halls and clubs. Nineteenth-century Louisiana governor William C.C. Claiborne allegedly said that the residents of New Orleans had such a penchant for dancing that they were downright…
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Planning a trip to visit Louisiana? Here's a little crash course in some uniquely-Louisiana terms so that, as a savvy traveler, you can blend in with the locals. Where better to begin than with one of Louisiana’s favorite pastimes: food. When you…
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The towns of Eunice, Opelousas, Arnaudville, Sunset and Grand Coteau offer so many diverse activities and attractions that they say it's gumbo for the soul! St. Landry Parish, located just a short drive north of Lafayette, is home to deep Cajun…
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There’s no better way to memorialize your Louisiana trip than to take tons of photos along the way. Whether you’re in front of the camera or behind it, you’ll be sure to get great shots with Louisiana’s photo-ready locations. Point, click, upload…