Experiences
Looking to dig a little deeper into Mississippi’s unique experiences, hotspots, and events? We’ve curated some of our favorite travel opportunities right here for you.
Must-See Museums in Mississippi
With the dreary winter months upon us, what better time to take a day (or two) and explore Mississippi’s enlightening state-of-the-art museums. Mississippi is home to a number of museums, and visitors often have a hard time choosing which to […]
Discover America’s Music Roots in Mississippi
DAY 1 • MEMPHIS – TUPELO Once you cross the state line into the Birthplace of America’s Music, make your way to Tupelo where you can explore the hometown of the King of Rock n’ Roll, Elvis Presley. Start the […]
Romantic Mississippi Getaways
When you truly want to get away from it all, relax, unwind and reconnect, Mississippi offers romantic destinations for all types of couples. From the active adventurers to the relaxation revelers, here are Mississippi’s Top 5 getaways. For the Spa Sophisticates […]
Crawfish Boils in Mississippi
A big part of Mississippi culture is our appreciation of friends, family, and good food. Coming together outdoors distracts us from the daily grind and allows us to enjoy the merits of a hard work week. There’s no better excuse […]
Fall Foliage Along the Natchez Trace
Once a bustling highway in the 1800s, the Natchez Trace is a now one of the most sought-after scenic routes in the U.S. Throughout the year, travelers meander down the Trace taking in views of breathtaking landscapes, mature trees and […]
EAT, STAY, PLAY: CLARKSDALE
Clarksdale boasts a colorful mix of Delta characters and fascinating places. Discover a hotel where blueswoman Bessie Smith died and John F. Kennedy, Jr. slept. Eat a tamale or dine at a restaurant co-owned and frequented by Morgan Freeman. We’re the […]
Mississippi-Inspired Summer Cocktails
Cold, refreshing cocktails on a front porch, along with a fan and a good book, are a necessity during hot summers in the South. Here are some of our favorites. The Honey Child Honeysuckle Watermelon Cooler Mississippi Bourbon Punch Mississippi […]
10 Best Live Music Venues in Mississippi
Mississippi is known as “The Birthplace of America’s Music,” and that title still holds true today. The state that produced talents such as Elvis Presley, B.B. King, Muddy Waters, Jimmie Rodgers and many other music legends has some of the […]
Mississippi Road Trip: Greenwood
Just 25 miles west of major artery Interstate 55, the city of Greenwood, Mississippi, offers an easily accessible, off-the-beaten-path escape. In the heart of the Mississippi Delta, the small city of Greenwood is home to a number of luxurious establishments, […]
EAT, STAY, PLAY: NATCHEZ
Natchez is the oldest continuous settlement on the Mississippi River, celebrating its tricentennial in 2016 with events all year. Lonely Planet named it #2 on its list of 10 best destinations in America, describing the 444-mile Natchez Trace as “the state’s cycling and recreational jewel.” […]
EAT, STAY, PLAY: GREENVILLE
On the banks of the Mississippi River is Greenville, a wellspring of music, literature, adventure, imagination, history and plain old fun. Greenville has inspired greatness from Native Americans to cotton barons, Pulitzer Prize winners, Civil Rights leaders, Bluesmen, poets and inventors. […]
EAT, STAY, PLAY: TUPELO
Tupelo is known by music fans the world over for its most famous native son: Elvis Presley. With fresh, local food and a tradition of live music, Tupelo has plenty to offer its visitors. The city recently committed $11.5 million […]
