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NYC- Exploring Outside the City
By Jessica Festa For those visiting New York City, Manhattan is a must. That being said, there is a lot to explore just outside of the city, especially in the neighboring boroughs. From experimental art to NYC’s largest recreation area to mountain hiking, you’ll find it all within two hours of the city. To help…
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NYC Food Experiences
NYC Food Experiences By Jessica Festa One of the best ways to explore a new destination is through the palate. For those traveling to New York City, you’ll have no limit to the number of food-focused activities you can partake in. From ambient aerial dining to learning to make your own pizza, here is a…
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NYC on a Budget
By Jessica Festa (Photo by Erik Drost) While NYC is known for being pricey, it doesn’t have to be. All you need are a few insider tips and you’ll enjoy the best of the Big Apple on a budget. From free tours to complimentary nibbles, here are some top tips for New York on a…
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The Deep South is home to America’s music
It’s argued that the nation’s music began in the Mississippi River corridor, with jazz emerging from New Orleans and the blues migrating from the Delta into the streets of Memphis where it found its own and evolved into rock ’n’ roll, rhythm and blues and soul. In the rural areas another sound emerged, immigrated from…
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Lafayette — Heart of Cajun Country & so much more
Lafayette, the heart of Cajun Country in South Louisiana, has been buzzing for several years now. Known for its vibrant Cajun and zydeco music, the town’s musicians have garnered international nods and raked up a few Grammys. Its culinary scene, once strictly a Cajun food mecca, has expanded and evolved, one of the reasons Lafayette…