Monthly Archives: February 2016

Best Times to Visit

Best Times to Visit
Have you ever gone on summer vacation and the city you had so looked forward to visiting turned out to be crowded, unbearably hot, and overpriced? It happens to the best of them, more specifically during the high seasons. Every city/destination has different high and low seasons and although they don't always correspond with each other,…
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Mardi Gras World

Mardi Gras World Next stop Mardi Gras World, the only place in New Orleans where your entire student group can, at any time of the year, still experience and enjoy the true Mardi Gras spirit (minus anything above a PG rating of course). This highly popular tourist attraction allows guests to tour a working warehouse where…
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New Orleans Museum of Art

New Orleans Museum of Art Lose yourself in a world of New Orleans art as you and your group visit the New Orleans Museum of Art and Sculpture Garden or NOMA for short. NOMA is an impressive collection of around 40,000 various objects ranging from French and American art and modern photography to antique glasswork…
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Steamboat Natchez Cruise

[caption id="attachment_16016" align="alignright" width="425"] Steamboat Natchez Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Steamboat Natchez Cruise Get ready to end your night the perfect New Orleans way, with a Dinner Jazz Cruise aboard New Orleans Steamboat Company’s own Steamboat Natchez. This locally owned and operated steamboat company is considered to be the last authentic steamboat on the mighty Mississippi…
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Degas House

Degas House Next stop, the absolutely gorgeous Degas House, the upscale Bed and Breakfast in the former historic home of the famous painter, sculptor, and French Impressionist master, Edgar Degas. This amazing historic home and museum, photogenic courtyard, and the elegant inn is located along the beautiful tree-lined Esplanade Avenue and serves as a highly loved local…
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St. Louis Cathedral

St. Louis Cathedral [caption id="attachment_25396" align="alignright" width="283"] St. Louis Cathedral and statue of Andrew Jackson, located in Jackson Square in the French Quarter of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States of America.Photo was taken on April 25th, 2015[/caption] Welcome to the famous St. Louis Cathedral, or more formally the Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis, King of France…
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Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre

Wellfleet Drive-In Theatre Featuring a drive-in theater, indoor cinemas, the Wellfleet Flea Market, a playground, and the Wellfleet Dairy Bar and Grill, this Drive-In Theatre complex in Cape Cod has all the makings for an exciting and nostalgic old-fashioned vacation destination. The indoor cinemas are open year-round and the drive-in theatre is open during the summer months…
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Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge

Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge A stop at the Monomoy National Wildlife Refuge on any trip to Cape Cod is sure to be a fun-filled, educational activity for everyone. Housing habitats for migratory birds, visitors can see rescued and protected shorebirds, seabirds, and waterbirds over a myriad of species. When you arrive, first make a stop at the Visitor…
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French Quarter

French Quarter [caption id="attachment_25922" align="alignright" width="425"] French Quarter NOLA[/caption] What would a trip to the Big Easy be without a rather long stop at Vieux Carre, aka French Quarter? This essential New Orleans landmark exudes vibrant culture and history, being the oldest neighborhood in all of New Orleans. The city itself was established in 1718, founded by Jean…
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What to Pack for…

What to Pack for…
Depending on where you're traveling to, the packing list varies wildly. Sometimes it's hard to know exactly what you'll need in a place you've never been. While some might tell you fun extras and give quirky DIY packing tips, really all you need is the basics (and probably room in your luggage to bring home…
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