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Hilton Capitol Center Baton Rouge

The first time I stepped foot inside what is now the Hilton Capitol Center Baton Rouge, I was a little girl. My mom and I were walking in downtown Baton Rouge when a friend of my dad flagged us down and wanted to show us his newest investment, an old run down building. He was [...]

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Island Hopping: Doctor Fizzwhizzle’s Animal Rescue for Wii

I may be a travel writer, but I’m also a closet gamer. When I’m home during the day and the family leaves for school and work, I break out the game systems and go to town. It excited me, when last spring, through serendipitous events, my son had the chance to take part in Louisiana’s [...]

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Best Travel Inspired Handbags: Parazul

Have you ever wanted a purse that was not only stylish and sturdy, but also matches your travel personality? Parazul Handbags and Accessories asked me to check out their products and give an honest review. These fashionable bags have a personality of their own, matching the travel destinations where they are sold. Parazul is currently [...]

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Shannon’s List: Oprah’s Favorite Things

This is part of the Shannon’s List Series
I wish on stars.
I was driving home from work in the early morning hours before the sun made an appearance. It was just a few weeks after Katrina had devastated the world around me. I looked out my window and briefly up in the sky. There, streaking across [...]

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Family Friendly Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, LA

Is it really a good idea to bring a kid to a casino? It may not be tops on your list for a family vacation, but it is definitely worth looking into. Casinos aren’t just for senior travel anymore.

Every once in a while, my family takes a weekend trip to Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, LA. Yup, [...]

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