Lake Charles, LA is one of the best places to visit and one of the best to experience Mardi Gras. This is one of our favorite Mardi Gras experiences and this guide will walk you through what parades to attend, tips and tricks to have the best experience and special events beyond the parades. Lake…
While fishing is a favorite hobby for many and a livelihood for millions, some fishing grounds are richer than others. Here are the 11 best fishing spots and destinations in the world. We’ll explain what you can catch there and why they’re such a great fishing destination. 11 Best Fishing Spots & Destinations in the…
There are so many great things to do in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Located in the Southwest corner of the state Lake Charles is a playground for families, outdoorsmen and women, birders, couples, retirees, or anyone looking for a great getaway destination. I’ve been lucky enough to visit Lake Charles a couple of times and love…
When you think of taking a hay ride you may not immediately think of New Orleans Plantation Country, but that is all about to change with the addition of Christmas in the Cravasse. Located in Laplace, Louisiana this five acre working farm transforms itself for the holidays with the installation of hundreds of holiday lights…
Part of the charm of New Orleans is how much there is to see by walking around the French Quarter. For first time visitors to the French Quarter, it can all be a little overwhelming trying to decide what to see, eat and drink. Ask a 100 different people what you should do in this…
It’s really no surprise to me that Louisiana’s Holiday Trail of Lights is a really big event in the state. I mean, Louisiana knows how to throw a party and that extends way outside of the French Quarter in NOLA. Mardi Gras may be the biggest celebration in the state, but I have a feeling…
I often tell friends that they just have to come to Louisiana and experience it for themselves. In my opinion, Louisiana is it’s own unique destination that really sets itself apart from other states. There are go-cups, parades, Mardi Gras beads, boudin & crackins, lagniappe, cajun food & music, creole food & music and a…
I participated in a Influencer Activation for Guy Fieri Sausage. I received product samples to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. After years of dreaming of visiting Louisiana I finally made it a reality in August of 2014. I spent 10 days touring the state and…
Pulling up to a non-descript house not too far from my hotel I could hear the Zydeco music from across the street. The 2-story house is home to a hostel and one of Lafayette’s hottest night spots-The Blue Moon Saloon A fenced in yard funneled me to the front gate where I was greeted by…
disclosure: This post is part of the SPLENDA 365 Sweet Swaps Blogger Program by McNeil Nutritionals, LLC and The Motherhood, who sent me products and compensated me for my time. Opinions, experiences, and photos shared here are my own, and I hope you enjoy them. This year I spent a couple weeks traveling through Louisiana…
Click on the state name to read all my travel content about that destination. States are listed in alphabetic order. Have a suggestion for a place I should visit? Drop me a line at deb@justshortofcrazy.com. Happy Travels! ARKANSAS ARIZONA CALIFORNIA COLORADO FLORIDA GEORGIA ILLINOIS INDIANA IOWA LOUISIANA MARYLAND MICHIGAN MINNESOTA MISSOURI NEVADA NEW MEXICO NEW…
King cakes are THE dessert during the Mardi Gras season in Louisiana. Thousands of cakes are decorated and eaten during the festive season. If you can’t make it to Mardi Gras you can still participate in the King Cake tradition by decorating your very own King Cake. The King Cake season starts on Twelfth Night…
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