It doesn’t get much better than a beautiful summer day spent at the beach. I’m a self proclaimed beachaholic, but really, who isn’t!? I jump at any chance I get to have a day at the beach. Thankfully the beautiful beaches of Florida are just a close drive away…
Fun Ways to Beat the Heat in Louisiana This Summer
When it comes to hot summers, Louisiana certainly doesn’t mess around! Luckily there are many way to still get out and enjoy the summer time, despite the unbearably high temperatures and humidity we’re not so happy to have! If you currently live in Louisiana, or will be visiting this summer, here’s a roundup of…
Planning an Adventure Trip to Belize
My two most recent trips were filled with adventure– I went to Mexico for my honeymoon and got to swim, canoe, and ride ATVs through caves, and then just two weeks ago I was in St. Croix exploring tidal pools, snorkeling, and hiking to hidden beaches. I never knew I was the adventure type until now…
New Orleans Summer Bucket List
Although it may not technically be summer yet, since it’s May I think it’s pretty safe to say summer is in full swing! After all, it already feels like it’s 100 degrees out, so what’s the wait!? Summer means there’s lots of fun to be had, especially in the south and around New Orleans! Since there’s always something going on in NOLA…
Carry On Travel Essentials
I’m probably the last person you want to look to for advice when it comes to picking lightly- I just don’t think it’s possible for me! However, I am pretty good at packing smartly and being over prepared! I pay close attention to what goes into my carry-on bag and always plan for the worst! My mantra is you can never be too prepared, so…
Wanderlust Wednesday: Things to Do in Custer State Park
If you’re the outdoors type, you’ll want to put Custer State Park on your travel bucket list if you haven’t already! Custer State Park, established in 1919, is a 71,000 acre park located in South Dakota. It’s home to roaming herds of buffalo, magnificent scenery, and a variety of outdoor adventures for everyone. There are just a few truly wild places that remain in this country and Custer State Park is one of them…
The Unwritten Rules of Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Good morning and Happy Mardi Gras y’all! Everywhere else it’s just Tuesday, but down here in Louisiana it’s Fat Tuesday and time to celebrate the final day of Carnival Season! The streets are filled with parade goers dancing and drinking, the grills are fired up and the crawfish pots are boiling, the neutral grounds look like a college game day tailgate and we’re ready to let the good times roll…
Tips for Traveling with Dogs
I’ve had my fair share of traveling with pets, from 2 cross-country moves with two dogs, to subway rides in New York city (this time it was 2 dogs + a cat) and more plan rides than I’d like to count with Hailey my poodle. Traveling by plane with Hailey was by far the most stressful of them all. I was so nervous about both cross-country moves with two dogs in tow, but thankfully we were prepared and it went smoothly…
New Orleans Breakfast Bucket List
They say you can take the girl out the south, but you can’t take the south out the girl. That saying couldn’t be more true, and boy did I miss my southern food when I lived up north for two years. If you’ve visited New Orleans, I’m sure you too would agree that some of the best food you’ll ever taste can be found there. There’s so much good food that it may be hard to decide where to begin if it’s your first time visiting, so…
A Look Inside New Orleans Living: Things to Do in New Orleans
If you want a city that never sleeps, will welcome you with open arms, has the best food in the country (I may be biased, but most would agree!), is filled with culture and history, and knows how to throw a good party, New Orleans is the place for you! Down in Nola, we may talk too much, laugh too loud, and live too large, but once you leave you’ll realize how quickly it stole your heart…
Holiday Travel Tips
Word is this year will be record setting for holiday travel. Traveling, especially during the holidays, can be stressful, but it’s always worth it in the end. It may not feel that way while you’re cramped in the car for 10 hours or stuck in a noisy airport with yet another delay, but it is! After braving another holiday travel season, I’ve put together these holiday travel tips to…
New Orleans Travel Guide: How to Spend 24 Hours in the French Quarter
Twenty-four hours in the French Quarter in New Orleans may not seem like a lot of time, but you can actually do and see plenty in a day by following this New Orleans travel guide! I’ve put together a list of things to do, places to eat, and where to stay in the French Quarter so you can enjoy your time in NOLA…
