National Park Service Road Trip in Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas
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National Park Service Road Trip in Arkansas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas

This National Park Service road trip is a deep dive into American history—from ancient mound builders to Civil War battlefields and a Civil Rights landmark. In just a few days, I visited eight National Park Service units, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and a Civil Rights landmark on a drive from Dallas-Fort Worth airport to … Continue reading

One Night in Vicksburg, Mississippi: Civil War History and Southern Charm
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One Night in Vicksburg, Mississippi: Civil War History and Southern Charm

A one night stay in Vicksburg, Mississippi is just enough to fall for this historic river town perched high above the Mississippi River.  It’s a riverfront city filled with history and flavor.  From rooftop sunset dinner to Civil War history, here’s how to make the most of one night in Vicksburg. Stay: Victorian Airbnb Near … Continue reading