Hey, lovers of Southeastern USA road trips. Y’all need to ask yourselves these two questions. Do we love Louisiana? And do we love andouille? Hint, that previous sentence IS how you pronounce the word, so let me repeat  the question: AND DO WE love andouille? The best answer, of course, would be a resounding yes. But to help convince those of you who are unsure, this article helps you discover the Andouille Trail and the many other fascinating things you can do in the Louisiana River Parishes. The parishes of Saint […]

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Lisa Steinmann is a textile artist, educator, writer, and student of fiber arts. She authors Bad Sauna/Good Stories, a blog exploring sauna as sanctuary and daily practice. She is developing a book examining how textiles have been integral to sauna throughout history — as functional, sensual and creatively considered materials. Sauna bathing and textile-making are intertwined practices rooted in the natural environment and ancestral ways of life. Lisa’s work explores and promotes the potential of textiles to be part of an environmentally sustainable future. Bad Sauna, her family’s backyard sauna in St. Paul, Minnesota, is where she can often be found wrapped snugly […]

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The American casino resort industry generated a record $15.8 billion in gross gaming revenue across Nevada alone in 2025, marking the fifth consecutive year of growth. But revenue figures only tell part of the story. The real transformation happening across the country is in what these properties offer beyond the gaming floor. Today’s best casino resorts are full-service destinations combining world-class hospitality, dining from Michelin-starred chefs, spa experiences, golf courses, and entertainment lineups that rival standalone concert venues. Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a full vacation built around […]

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Eddy L. Harris is a writer, filmmaker, and lifelong traveler who mixes memoir, adventure, and cultural insights in books like Mississippi Solo and Native Stranger. His stories dive into race and identity, inspired by his journeys across the USA and Africa. Q. Back in the 80s, you made a journey down the Mississippi by canoe, solo. What was the hardest part of doing it solo? The hardest thing about doing it solo was doing it. And I imagine that would have been the case had I not been alone – the […]

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CLARKSDALE, MISSISSIPPI–MARCH 2026–For more than 150 years, Coahoma County has been home to vibrant Black communities that have been central to the development of the Delta. They played key roles in the farms that were the engine for region’s the economy, in transforming the music that created Clarksdale’s lore as “ground zero” for the Blues and in the Civil Rights Movement that changed America. Clarksdale, Mississippi, is in Coahoma County, 70 miles south of Memphis, near the northwest border with Arkansas. This is where U.S. Highway 61 and U.S. Highway […]

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With Missouri’s official launch into legal sports wagering in 2025, the Midwest’s entertainment map has shifted. The Show-Me State’s arrival in the regulated gaming arena puts it shoulder to shoulder with neighboring heavyweights like Illinois, Kansas, and Iowa. But legality is only part of the story. For sports fans, weekend travelers, and casual gamers alike, it’s about the full experience, convenience, pricing, culture, and game-day energy. From St. Joseph to the Bootheel, and across state lines into neighboring metros, the borderlines define more than geography. They now shape how and […]

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Big events and added flights to draw visitors, who will have no shortage of new options for dining throughout the city Minneapolis – When Suni Lee and Simone Biles come to your city to compete for a spot on the Olympic team, you’ve already got a shot at the best summer ever but add to that the celebration of an iconic film’s 40th anniversary, a plethora of new dining options (on top of the countless restaurants in this no-so-hidden gem of the cuisine scene) and amazing summertime weather, and you’ve […]

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New York — Ten beds and breakfast across the United States are banding together to encourage travelers to take a leap, fill their tanks, and see what it’s like to stay at a B&B in a nod toward Leap Day. Starting February 29th this group of inns will pay $40 toward a tank of gas for each two-consecutive night, midweek, reservation (Monday through Thursday) through the month of March at the participating properties. “Every four years we have that extra elusive 24-hours we all dream about,” said Brenda Pearson, owner […]

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Lower Town Arts District in Paducah, Kentucky Paducah’s oldest neighborhood, Lower Town Arts District is famous for the award-winning Artist Relocation Program that prompted its colorful revitalization, which continues today with the Paducah School of Art & Design. The arts district is populated with working artists, students and artists-in-residence who add to the city’s vibrant artistic landscape. The work of Paducah’s resident artists can be viewed and purchased at various art galleries and collectives throughout the city including the Art Guild of Paducah, Yeiser Art Center and Bricolage Art Collective. […]

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Situated deep in the south, Louisiana is best known for its fascinating Cajun and Creole culture. Often, a lot of people associate Louisiana with the never-ending party atmosphere of New Orleans. However, the state makes for a great family-friendly destination. From museums to art galleries, stunning lakes, and historic buildings, there are a lot of other things to do and see as well. The intoxicating combination of music, languages, and cuisines can best be explored in Baton Rouge and Lafayette. But, on the other hand, the Stunning French Quarter and […]

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One of the world’s greatest travelers, Mark Twain once said, (we won’t reference the common Twain quote here) “…nothing so liberalizes a man and expands the kindly instincts that nature put in him as travel and contact with many kinds of people.” During our International travels we sometimes come across Mark Twain monuments indicating his prior visit. The man got around. Mark Twain was born in what is still very rural Missouri. When you inform people that Mark Twain was born in Florida, they automatically think the state and for […]

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See the Cherry Blossoms in Alexandria, VA, Late March The last week of March, the DC Metro area lights up bright pink with the peak bloom of the Cherry Blossoms and Alexandria is filled with a variety of cherry blossom trees of its own from delicate white Yoshinos to fluffy pink Kwanzans that eventually speckle the cobblestone roads pink. Additionally, the city is connected to D.C. via water taxi, Metrorail and bike share so exploring the blooms in the nation’s capital is just minutes away, yet hotel stays are typically […]

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CLARKSDALE, MISSISSIPPI–The wide expanse of the Mississippi Delta beckons many a traveler to take to the road and explore. In Clarksdale, there is a persuasive calling to get off the road and take advantage of the many ways to experience Coahoma County’s outdoor adventures. An unassuming Delta town like no other, Clarksdale, Mississippi, sits 70 miles south of Memphis and approximately 50 miles west of I-55, near the northwest border with Arkansas. This is where U.S. Highway 61 and U.S. Highway 49 intersect, the place known as the crossroads to […]

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Corinth is home to a plethora of experiences that together create a getaway as unique as the town itself CORINTH, MISSISSIPPI—The Northeast corner of Mississippi holds a special destination with a past carved by Civil War stories and a futured shaped by the relics of yesteryear. What’s unique about Corinth are the local eateries and adventures that can be found nowhere else in the world. Fill a weekend getaway with activities in a thriving downtown district, some history and culture and savor memories enough for a lifetime. Unique activities and […]

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Those dreaming of the ultimate California getaway – palm trees, pristine beaches, sunny skies, and a cool vibe – can find it all in San Diego. This quintessential California beach destination embodies the best of the Golden State in one easy and safe stop. Varied landscapes, innovative cuisine, diverse cultures and iconic attractions can all be found without spending weeks exploring the state. From laid back surfing culture and desert wildflowers to award-winning wine and memorable landmarks, when travelers envision the picture-perfect California escape, they are thinking of San Diego. […]

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