Exploring Lafayette: The Heartbeat of Cajun Culture

Lafayette, Louisiana located in the central/southwestern part of the state along the Vermilion River, is known for its vibrant Cajun and Creole culture, including music, food and festivals. It’s a hub for Zydeco and Cajun music with many live music venues and cultural events. In 2014, it was designated as the “Happiest City in America”. …

Exploring the Heart of Louisiana in Baton Rouge

Baton Rouge, the capital of Louisiana, is located in the southern part of the state along the Mississippi River. It’s situated about 80 miles northwest of New Orleans. Baton Rouge has not always been the capital of Louisiana. The capital was originally New Orleans, but it was moved to Baton Rouge in 1849 due to …

Festival Spotlight: Satchmo Summerfest in New Orleans

Experience the heart of New Orleans music heritage at the 19th annual Satchmo Music Festival from August 2nd-4th. This festival celebrates the life, love, and music of Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong who influenced the jazz genre in the 1920s with his inventive trumpet solos and scat singing. The toe-tappin, funky-groovy down to the bone goosebumps, jazz …

The Perfect Weekend in Houma, Louisiana

Houma is located in Southern Louisiana’s Terrebonne Parish. Pronounced Home-a, this thriving Acadian city boasts a colorful Cajun culture and plentiful opportunities for music, cuisine, history, and more. In Houma, people still speak French, though most native French speakers would struggle to understand their unusual accents and dialect. Houma’s location near the Atchafalaya Basin means …

The Red River Revel

The Red River Revel is a massive arts festival hosted every year in Shreveport, Louisiana. This year, the Revel runs from September 29th through October 7th. Over the course of nine jam-packed days, guests are treated to world-class music, food, drinks, and arts exhibitions. The festival has been happening since 1976 and continues to attract visitors …