Register the kids now for a summer of fun
Thinking about a family trip this summer or planning a romantic getaway? Southwest Louisiana locals are lucky to live within an easy drive of two major cruise ports— two and a half hours from Galveston and three hours from New Orleans. Already a seasoned sailor or maybe you just want to test the waters of cruising? Here are the dreamboats and dream itineraries offered from both ports.
We are fortunate to have early springs in Southwest Louisiana. While some parts of the nation still struggle with winter weather conditions, our azaleas started blooming in March and everyone’s thoughts have turned to outdoor home improvements.
Are you designing or redesigning your landscape? It’s important for you to know there are two
basic components to landscape design: hardscape and softscape.
Media alerts interrupt regular broadcasts. News bulletins flash. Weather forecasts show another storm entering the Gulf of Mexico. As hurricane season begins each June 1, residents along the Louisiana Coast brace themselves for the onslaught of watches and updates.
With summer swiftly approaching, you can feel the excitement in the air as your children dream of spending time at the pool or frolicking with friends outdoors without the thought of homework looming over their heads. Before you send them out into the sunshine, consider these tips from Dr. Stephanie Treme of the Children’s Clinic, Lake Charles, to keep your loved ones healthy and safe all summer long.
Summertime is just around the corner. The days are longer; the kids are carefree from the rigors of early school mornings and homework; and, maybe, you’ll soon pack your bags and head to the beach. Are you ready?! Check out our Summer Guide and find fun youth activities and camps, tips to plan your family vacation, and information to help keep your children safe all season long. Happy summer!
It often seems as though mosquitoes make a beeline for one person in a group, leaving them full of bites when others aren’t nearly as bothered. The itchy bites can be enough of a nuisance, but for those who are allergic to mosquitoes, the bites can swell and become painful. Can anything be done to lessen one’s attraction to mosquitoes?
Since Southwest Louisiana has warm weather about eight months out of the year, backyard pools are a favorite addition to many family homes. The kids, and the neighborhood kids, love it, the parents like having the kids at home where they can keep an eye on things, and once the initial investment is paid, it's a great way to entertain without spending a lot of money.
School's out next month, meaning vacation expectations will rise along with the temperatures. For many, the destination will be Walt Disney World — the most-visited entertainment resort on the planet. Southwest Louisiana's proximity to Florida means many of us are repeat, or even regular, visitors.
