Second this, close and reasonably priced. Beautiful area.
About that long ago, I took my wife back to Destin, Florida, for a short vacation trip. We were stationed at Eglin AFB in the mid-80's, and I'd been there in the late 70's, as well. Beach there looks like someone spilled a BIG bag of sugar there. She'd like to move back there, but I'd have to hit the lottery pretty hard to make that possible.
obnoxious narrator, but turn the sound off if it bothers you. My favorite restaurant there is The Back Porch. has been since about 1976.
Lots of neat, scenic cabins in the Ozarks! The fairies are taking over Euricka Springs, Ark. but Moutain View is a great getaway, and they have jam sessions on the Court House square, and live shows at the Ozark Folk Center! pl;us the White River, some of the best fishing, including trout fishing, in the country! This river has produced several wot rld record Brown Trout! Further up stream is Caloco Rock Ark. a small historic town, and they have some really neat cabins situated on a bluff overlooking the White River, These cabins are near news, very b nicem, have fantastic views, NO CROWDS, and are a very good place to just relax, fish, and enjoy the scenery! The name of these cabins is, Calico Rock Cabins, I think? There are great, quiet places all along the White River, and Buffalo River, in the Ozarks! and it's not far to drive!
I have been there but never spent the night, It is a very scenic location to just enjoy the quiet, view, and relax! Another place is Petty Jean Mountain near Morrilton, Ark. Part of this is a State Park, and part was/is Winthrop Rockefeller's Farm car museum, etc. plus they have cabins, camping, a nice lake, and several times a year there is a Bluegrass Festival at the foot of Petty Jean Mountain, at Cypress Creek Park, in Adona Ark. see Cypress Creek Bluegrass Festival, on line, for dates/ info.
Well, On the subject of something else, I'm originally from South Louisiana Born in Baton Rouge and lived w/ Family from Grand Isle to St Francisville and Graduated Nichols State in Thibodeaux, Solo'd from the Municipal Airport in Schriever then did UPT at Reese AFB in Lubbock Tx. and my wife is a Sapulpa native. So, it's Old Home week for us when I get to Drive to New Orleans, stay at the Monteleon Hotel and Visit all the attractions like a Swamp tour or Breakfast at Brennan's for Bananas Foster or ride the Natchez Queen or Drive across Lake Pontchartrain to have Lunch at "Rips on the Lake" (the Trout Almandine is KILLER)! We don't drive the whole distance at once though. We usually stop in Natchitoches (pronounced Nack-A-Tish) and have supper at The Marina on Cane River Lake and we've had supper at a lot of places in Natchitoches. "A Bar Down The Road, Mamas and next door Papas on Jefferson, Steel Magnolias Bed and Breakfast (Yep, that's where the shot the movie) The Landing (now Closed) and many of others. Our favorite Restaurant however is Crawfords Catfish on Starring Lane in Baton Rouge or Middendorfs Seafood on I-55 North of New Orleans in a little fishing community named Manchac. They've been there since I was a child (1951) and sold when the owner sadly passed away but the changes have been fantastic. So, for a dream vacation it's South Louisiana for Barbara and Me. If you have any inclination to go, PM me and I'll give you a list of so many restaurants you'll have to come back! (Side Note, Months that end in "R" are the best for Quality Shellfish Crab, Shrimp, Oysters, etc). The Marina in Natchitoches, when they're available, serve the absolute best Fried Softshell Crab this Po Dumb Coon-Ass from Sout Loosiaannuh ever ate!!!
Oh and I did read all the other suggestions and all a great. Mine may be a bit of driving but I can personaly guarantee it'll be worth it. October is the most comfortable month. The climate is drier and cooler and Humidity is for real.
Oh and I did read all the other suggestions and all a great. Mine may be a bit of driving but I can personaly guarantee it'll be worth it. October is the most comfortable month. The climate is drier and cooler and Humidity is for real.
Man I love N’Awlins, Baton Rouge and everything about that part of Louisiana!
I’m also fond of Ernest’s in Shreveport!
Ya’ll got some good cookin’ down that way!
Boy-O Boy did you hit the nail on the Head. La Restaurants are my bane. At a High I weighed 330 but now by the grace of God I've trimmed down to 256 and have a long term goal set at 220. Been tough but I am makin' progress. Have heard of Ernests but haven't been there yet, do you have any favorites either here or there or along the way?
If your looking East, I’d recommend staying in a cabin at Lilies Landing on Lake Tanneycomo. 5 minutes from the center of Branson with the resort so quiet you think one should whisper. Zero traffic noise and the property is immaculate. Two fire pits adjacent to the river with free firewood to burn in them. Chairs provided.
Doesn’t take long after starting a fire on a cool evening to have others join and have a conversation. The 300’ long marina is set up for fishing by guests. Trout fishing from the dock can be excellent with the friendly staff willing to offer tips.
We’ve been going there for 32 years, every fall. They book up early so if that is your choice, call well in advance.
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