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Get out of town a bit and see the swamps and wildlife of Southern Louisiana, the historic plantations of River Road, the lively dancehalls of Cajun country, and more.
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A Mardi Gras holding a chicken. - © Megan Romer, 2012 / Licensed to About.com
The Coolest Mardi Gras Celebration You've Never Heard Of
Learn a bit more about the traditional Cajun Mardi Gras celebration, known as a courir.
Welcome To Abita Springs - © Infrogmation of New Orleans / Creative Commons via Flickr
5 Louisiana Small Towns You Definitely Need to Visit
There's lots more to Louisiana beyond New Orleans. Visit one of these gorgeous small Louisiana towns for arts, culture, scenery, and friendly people!
The Historic Tabasco Factory Building - © Megan Romer, 2015
Ever Wanted to See Where Tabasco is Made? You Can -- For Free!
A quick description of the tours and highlights of a visit to the Tabasco Factory on Avery Island, Louisiana.
A tray of crawfish with a red potato - © Megan Romer, 2015
Want Louisiana's Best Boiled Crawfish? Go Here.
Add these road trip-worthy boiled crawfish joints in the heart of Cajun country to your culinary bucket list.
A Plate Lunch From the Excellent Laura's II Restaurant in Lafayette - © Megan Romer, 2015
What Is A Plate Lunch (and Why Do You Need One Right Now)?
The legendary "plate lunch" is perhaps Cajun country's most authentic culinary offering. So where do you go for one of these mythical beasts?
The 900-Year-Old Buddha on Avery Island Watches Over a Peaceful Lagoon - © Megan Romer, 2015
What Does a 900-Year-Old Buddha Have in Common With Tabasco Sauce?
See migratory birds, alligators, and a 900-year-old Buddha all in a beautifully designed Art Deco-era estate in South Louisiana.
Acadian Culture Center in Eunice - © Richard Byrd / Creative Commons via Flickr
Eunice, Louisiana
Eunice is a small town in the Cajun Prairie region of South Louisiana where Cajun music reigns supreme.
Lake Martin at Dusk - © Megan Romer, 2013 / Licensed to About.com
Take a Road Trip to Lake Martin, a Beautiful Louisiana Swamp
The nature preserve at Lake Martin offers an up close and personal view of Louisiana's diverse flora and fauna, including thousands of shorebirds and the mighty alligator.
BreauxBridge.jpg - © Steven Snodgrass
Get Outta Town! A Day Trip Itinerary from New Orleans to Breaux Bridge
Want to loop a Cajun Country trip into your New Orleans itinerary? In just one day, you can get a taste of beautiful Breaux Bridge, on the Bayou Teche.
BreauxBridge.jpg - © Steven Snodgrass / Creative Commons via Flickr
Breaux Bridge, Louisiana
Take a trip to this quaint, historic town in the heart of Cajun Country.
Fred's Lounge Sign - © Megan Romer, 2010 / Licensed to About.com
Mamou, Louisiana
Visit tiny Mamou, Louisiana, an old-fashioned Cajun Prairie town that is the home to one of America's most unique bars, Fred's Lounge.
The Lafayette Science Museum is one of Acadiana's most interesting destinations. - © Megan Romer, 2015
Louisiana's Cajun Country is Heaven for Adventurous Family Vacations
Bring your kids to Lafayette, Louisiana for a unique cultural experience and heaps of family-friendly fun.
Michael Doucet, the Fiddle Player and Bandleader of Cajun Group Beausoleil - © Megan Romer, 2011 / Licensed to About.com
One Night in Lafayette, Louisiana
Coming through Lafayette for just one night? Consider following this mini-itinerary to get the most out of your short trip.
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