Some people say Mississippi and Louisiana mixed up their names. The first French settlement was in Mississippi, not the state named after the French king. And the mighty Mississippi’s namesake isn’t where she empties into the sea. What does it take to understand a place like Mississippi?
The state’s name comes from the Ojibwe word for Great River – ‘misi-ziibi’. It’s known as ‘The Hospitality State’ because of its long tradition of southern hospitality, especially for travelers along the river and the historic Natchez Trace overland route. In Mississippi, you’ll find smiling faces, historical places, natural spaces, and so much more.
How about an espresso escapade along the Coastal Mississippi coffee trail? The Gulf Coast is the birthplace of coffee in America, and its 62-miles of shoreline are the perfect escape…
The Mississippi Gulf Coast restaurant scene is a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma. Coastal Mississippi's cuisine is French Creole, local seafood, deep southern fare, and farm-to-table delights…
What makes the Gulf Coast one of the best Mississippi road trips? You'll experience 26 miles of beaches and delightful towns steeped in history and up-and-coming artists. Coastal Mississippi has…
Are you searching for Mississippi’s premier commercially supported paddling adventure? Look no farther than kayaking Okatoma Creek, which is located just outside of Hattiesburg. Check out our seven tips on…
Are you an outdoor lover looking for fun things to do in Hattiesburg, MS? Between glamping, biking, paddling, and all-around exploring, Hattiesburg is your kind of town. Join us as…
Our practical guide to biking the Tanglefoot Trail, Natchez Trace, and Tupelo will get you out and riding some of the most beautiful areas in Northern Mississippi. Best of all,…
Are you looking for things to do in Tupelo, MS, on a weekend getaway? Read on to learn about how to spend an Elvis-inspired weekend complete with delicious food and…
Hattiesburg Mississippi Restaurants keep getting ranked and voted as Best in the Pinebelt by one outlet after another. Whether you’re a local or just passing by, we’ll show you the…
People call Mississippi’s 62-miles of coastline the Secret Coast. With an abundance of natural beauty, biking Coastal Mississippi takes you from towering oak trees to uncrowded shorelines. Read on to…
Romantic things to do in Hattiesburg MS are so close to everything but so far from ordinary. The attractions in Hattiesburg speak to all of the languages of love, and…
Do you know how to plan a Longleaf Trace Trail vacation? It’s the premier Mississippi bike trail stretching 44-miles from Hattiesburg to Prentiss. We’ll tell you the trail essentials for…
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