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Archive for the ‘Hidden Gems’ Category

April 4th, 2008

Hidden Gem: Grand Isle, Louisiana

If Grand Isle, La., hasn’t been a blip on your travel radar, perhaps it is time to look closer at this barrier island. About a two-and half hour drive from Baton Rouge, Grand Isle is different from any other place in the state.
Situated at the mouth of Barataria Bay where it meets the Gulf […]

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March 22nd, 2008

Hidden Gems: Graceland Too

Tupelo, Mississippi is the birthplace of Elvis and Graceland, his stately residence, is located in Memphis, and in between those two is the town of  Holly Springs, Miss., and Graceland Too. This residence is dedicated to everything Elvis. Created by the self-proclaimed biggest Elvis fan in the world, the house/museum is filled with all kind […]

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February 29th, 2008

Hidden Gems: Laurel and Hardy Museum in Harlem, Ga.

Chances are you probably have never heard of Harlem, Ga., unless you live near the area, or happen to be a Laurel and Hardy fan.
What exactly does this comedy duo to do with this small town located about 20 miles from Augusta? Well, its more Hardy than Laurel; Oliver Hardy was born in Harlem in […]

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February 20th, 2008

Hidden Gems: Arkansas Alligator Farm

A little over a 100 years ago, a Hot Springs, Arkansas local started an alligator farm because he thought the town needed additional attractions. Alligators are common in this area, and the alligator farm, in his mind, would provide tourists with more to do and see.
With close to 2,000 alligators and a museum, the […]

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February 14th, 2008

Hidden Gems: Shoal Sanctuary

Chances are you probably haven’t heard of Mossy Head, Fla., near DeFuniak Springs, unless you are very familiar with this area. Typically when you are in Walton County, you have an agenda: heading to the beach. However, there is a reason for taking a slight detour to visit this town. It’s called Shoal Sanctuary, a […]

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