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What’s Included in a Cruise?

What’s Included in Your Cruise (video)
Travel and cruise questions are some of the items that come into the TravelingMamas.com inbox. Recently, I answered this question on air with WAFB, a Baton Rouge area news station. One thing I realized during the interview is that the time was way too short to get all the juicy [...]

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Overnight at a Louisiana Plantation – Houmas House Plantation and Gardens

by CajunMama

I absolutely adore Houmas House Plantation and Gardens and I adore her owner and curator, Kevin Kelly. The grounds are just what I’d have if I were mistress of a plantation back in Antebellum days – a place of peaceful retreat and a showcase of nature and architecture. The food is consistently delicious, be it in [...]

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Lodging Video – L’Auberge du Lac Resort in Lake Charles, LA

by CajunMama

L’Auberge du Lac Casino Resort in Lake Charles, LA is a destination with gaming, fine dining, spa, golf, and a fabulous pool area. Below is a lodging video of this property during a visit for a conference.

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Best Ride at Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri

by CajunMama

I somehow coaxed my daughter into riding her first extreme coaster during a family vacation to Branson, Missouri. The ride, Wildfire, is located at the family friendly theme park attraction Silver Dollar City. This park offers shows, rides for all ages, good food, and a place to make memories worth repeating. Silver Dollar City is [...]

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Spa Travel – Strom Spa in Montreal

by CajunMama

Strom Spa is a nordic spa is located on the shores of Lac des Battures, just a few minutes from downtown Montreal. I spent an afternoon of relaxation and bliss experiencing the serenity of this spa during my travels. No reservations are necessary for the nordic treatments and the rate is $42 CAN for the [...]

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What is a Nordic Spa?

by CajunMama

Have you ever heard of a Nordic Spa? I’ve found that they are very popular in Canada’s Quebec Province. Last year I checked out a Nordic spa near Quebec’s Ice Hotel and it was a screamer. This year, I found an indoor spa in downtown Montreal right around the corner from Le Petit Hotel on [...]

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Wine Tasting and Vineyards

by CajunMama

Wine tourism has become a popular aspect of almost any destination. In fact, it isn’t just a pastime for the wealthy anymore. Moms just like me are learning about color, bouquet, and taste, all while taking some time for themselves and learning how to choose affordable wines to serve when entertaining.
The TwitterMoms Wine Club hosts [...]

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The Best of Austin at SxSw

by CajunMama

SouthbySouthwest Interactive (sxsw) in Austin, TX is one of the biggest annual gatherings to learn about new products and issues involving interactive media. I caught up with a few social media personalities last year and they shared with TravelingMamas.com some of the best things they like about Austin. I think Neenz at the end sums the whole thing [...]

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Mama on the Move: Eagle Island, GA

by CajunMama

I’m currently hiding out at Eagle Island, GA, a private island located in the inner coastal area of Georgia. This is a unique destination where all your worries and cares can be left behind. As I’m typing this, there is a bald eagle staring at me from her little hideaway in a tree above me. [...]

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Fantastic Disney Announcement

by CajunMama

This is the craziest thing ever! You’ve gotta watch and listen for Goofy’s message at the end. Insane! What do you think of this?

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Interview with American Idol Finalist Jason Castro

by CajunMama

Season 7 of American Idol was probably one of the more memorable for the CajunMama family. We really enjoyed Jason Castro’s performances and his choice of songs for most episodes. The 21-year-old artist sang a few numbers that were meaningful to us, including “Travelin Thru” (which should be one of our theme songs), IZ’s arrangement [...]

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Adventure at Quebec’s Ice Hotel

by CajunMama

This is probably the most embarrassing video I have posted yet. I take a visit to Hotel de Glace with a few girlfriends and we check out an onsite spa. I also issue a challenge to DesertMama.

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TravelingMamas.com Milestone: First Year

by CajunMama

January is the time when people look back at the past year and make resolutions for the year ahead. This day last year, we loaded our first post on a WordPress.com travel blog. We started TravelingMamas.com with a few dollars and a little bit of common sense (we trademarked the name). Along the way – [...]

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The Canyon Ranch Experience

by CajunMama

When I hear the name Canyon Ranch, I think of THE spa. You know, the spa resort type of place that only the uber-rich are allowed to enter. The place where all the cares of the world are left behind and visitors are treated to days upon end of full body massages. Well, a few [...]

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