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Travel destination tips from travel expert Charles McCool

7 Best Places to Stay in Ocean Springs Mississippi

beautiful patio at The Inn at Ocean Springs

The best places to stay in Ocean Springs Mississippi are in the heart of its spectacular downtown. Which is convenient, since … Read more

8 Great Secret Things to Do in Ocean Springs Mississippi

wall mural at Lady May in Ocean Springs Mississippi

My favorite things to do in Ocean Springs Mississippi include savoring spectacular sunsets, admiring majestic oak trees, dining at one … Read more

6 Sensational Coastal Mississippi Craft Beer and Breweries

craft beer flight at Lost Spring Brewing in Ocean Springs

My favorite Coastal Mississippi craft beer and breweries are worth visiting on your road trip drive between New Orleans and … Read more

Margaritaville Resort Biloxi: Fun Coastal Mississippi Hotel

cool beachy van at Margaritaville Biloxi

Margaritaville Resort Biloxi really surprised me. Not with their License to Chill vibe, because, after all, founder and King Parrothead Jimmy … Read more

15 Fun Day Trips From New Orleans Louisiana

Oak Alley in the bayou. Airboat tours by Arthur Matherne

From swamp tours and holding alligators to authentic Cajun food to exploring beaches and bayous, my favorite New Orleans day … Read more

New Orleans Plantations to Tour on Your Next Louisiana Getaway

Evergreen Plantation slave quarters

On your next US Gulf Coast road trip and Louisiana getaway, visit these New Orleans Plantations and other fantastic New … Read more

22 Great Things to Do in Houma: Louisiana Bayou Near New Orleans

Louisiana's Bayou Country sign

My favorite fun things to do in Houma are perfect whether you are on a Louisiana vacation for several days … Read more

Louisiana Bayou Tour at Greenwood Gator Farm

hold a live gator at Greenwood Gator Farm

Highlighting our trip to Louisiana’s Bayou Country was a visit to Greenwood Gator Farm. Learn all about the powerful and … Read more

Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras: Family-friendly Carnival in Lake Charles

Mardi Gras mask and decorations

Southwest Louisiana Mardi Gras spans several days of themed parades and family-friendly events that make Lake Charles and surrounding towns … Read more

Experience Relaxed Luxury at L’Auberge Lake Charles

colorful beach chairs at L'Auberge Lake Charles

L’Auberge Lake Charles earns a AAA Four Diamond designation with their luxury accommodations and a casino, spa, pool, 7 eateries, … Read more

Winter in South Padre Island TX: 7 Fun Reasons to Visit Tropical Texas

Charles McCool on SUP on South Padre Island

Some fantastic reasons to visit South Padre Island in the winter include subtropical weather, abundant fresh seafood, enviable outdoor activities, … Read more

South Padre Island Restaurants: Fun Places to Eat in SPI Texas

colorful red grouper entree at F&B SPI

When visiting South Padre Island, choose from dozens of restaurants, ranging from take-out casual to relaxed upscale fine dining. Whichever … Read more

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