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Hello, March!
photo courtesy of WOKANDAPIX/pixabay.com March roars in like a lion, with plenty of events starting immediately, as many destinations put...
Feb 252 min read


Keep Calm and Mardi On: 11 Mardi Gras Destinations Beyond Louisiana
Louisiana isn't the only place that goes all out with floats, krewes and general revelry. A handful of destinations host similar...
Feb 97 min read


Five Louisiana Destinations for Vibrant Mardi Gras Celebrations
Courir de Mardi Gras at Vermilionville (Feb. 2024) photo personal collection While New Orleans...
Feb 94 min read


Exploring the Colorful World of Mardi Gras Through Museums and More
Mardi Gras Museum of Costumes and Culture in New Orleans photo personal collection There's...
Feb 95 min read


MoonPie, a Pickle and a Flea: Quirky New Year's Eve Drops Throughout the South
New York City may have its New Year's Eve ball drop at One Times Square, but only in the South can you welcome in the new year with...
Dec 19, 20245 min read


Experiences ~ The Gifts that Keep on Giving
image courtesy of shutterstock.com Whether it's gift-giving for a holiday, birthday or an observance, we all have a relative or close...
Dec 17, 20247 min read


Festive Season Means Festive Festivities Throughout the South
The festive season is an opportune time to reignite old traditions, start new ones, make memories and, most of all, have fun with family...
Dec 3, 20244 min read


Even More Dazzling Light Displays Throughout the South
Destinations throughout the South understood the assignment, without a doubt. Nothing better defines the holiday season than grand...
Nov 27, 20247 min read


Soothe Your Soul and Support Local: Destinations Offering Some Serious Retail Therapy
You go local for dining while traveling, so it also makes perfect sense to go local when shopping. And in the South, there are authentic...
Nov 25, 202413 min read


35 Destinations to Celebrate the Holiday Season
Pigeon Forge Winterfest photo personal collection Twinkling lights, jolly decorations and festive activities are some of the many...
Nov 20, 202417 min read


14 Dazzling Light Displays to Illuminate Your Holidays
Sparkle, twinkle, glow —a special feeling comes over you when you bask in the warmth of brightly shining lights during the holidays....
Nov 18, 20243 min read


Easy Ways to Experience Year-Round Haunting Travels
Even though the spooky season only lasts 31 days, you can still experience thrills and chills throughout the South year-round. Whether...
Oct 29, 20242 min read


11 Spooktacularly Haunted Sites in the South Not to Miss
“We don’t know much about ‘Debby,’” says Michael Walker, the tour guide at McRaven House in Vicksburg, Miss ., about the corn husk doll...
Oct 17, 20245 min read


Haunt Your Halloween: 15 Spooky Attractions in the South
With two haunted attractions, four mini escape rooms, food trucks, fire and sideshow performers, and more, owner Sarah Linginfelter says...
Oct 10, 20245 min read


Give a Cheer, July is Here
July brings in the heat and some fun events as well. Of course, there are many Fourth of July celebrations happening throughout the...
Jul 1, 20242 min read


Celebrating Independence Day Throughout the South
Destinations large and small throughout the South celebrate Independence Day in grand style with fireworks, parades, live music, and much...
Jun 28, 20245 min read


It's May, Y'all
It's May, and everyone knows what that means—summer is not far behind. We at Southern Hospitality Magazine believe that since Memorial...
May 2, 20242 min read


Hello, March
With all the events and happenings throughout the South during March, the month roars in like a lion. The fun starts immediately with...
Feb 29, 20241 min read


Hello, February
With January in the rearview mirror, it's time to focus on what February brings. While it may be the shortest month (even with leap year...
Feb 1, 20242 min read


Ring in 2024 with These Packages and Events
Celebrating NYE at a resort, with either a stay or an event, would make a great last-minute Christmas gift. Packages -- The New Year's...
Dec 20, 20233 min read
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