New Orleans
New Orleans, especially at Mardi Gras time, is not to be missed. Every year over four million people come from around the world to be part of Mardi Gras. During Mardi Gras, Bourbon Street transforms itself into the largest party scene in New Orleans. Step back in time and take a stroll in the French Quarter, Jackson Square, listen to Jazz and take a boat ride on the Mississippi, visit the plantations, or take a swamp tour. In New Orleans, old homes are architectural treasures. Take a leisurely walk through one of the city's unique neighborhoods and view the historical homes.

Lafayette
Lafayette, the heart of Acadiana and Cajun Country, with its gleaming present belies an exciting and captivating past. Lafayette is known for its Cajun and Creole cuisine, Cajun and Zydeco music, and beautiful gardens.

Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge is located in Southeast Louisiana, north of the Gulf of Mexico and 80 miles from New Orleans. Baton Rouge, Louisiana's state capital, offers exciting attractions, a colorful history, famous food, music and lively festivals. Visitors will enjoy the Old Governor's Mansion, Old State Capitol, State Capitol, riverboat casinos, the Mall of Louisiana, Bluebonnet Swamp, Alligator Bayou Swamp Tours, and the famous plantation homes.

Natchitoches
Natchitoches is the original French colony in Louisiana. The historic district includes more than fifty centuries-old buildings. The Cane River National Heritage Area is a largely rural, agricultural, 45,000 acre landscape known both for its historic Creole-style plantations and structures and its unique people and culture.