Our Frugal Family Travelers have been on an adventure this week! We have posted pictures each day to our Facebook page to highlight our activities and give our followers a chance to guess our locations.
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"Family Friendly" travel/activity tips to help you spend less time on the planning while keeping more pennies in your pocket!
Thursday, July 31, 2014
Monday, July 14, 2014
A Visit to Vermilionville
Tips:
Bring sunscreen and water. Water fountain is available on site.
Click Here to download a copy of the walking tour guide!
Be sure to check the area for letterboxes!! To discover more about letterboxing Click Here to read the information previously posted on our blog.
Bring sunscreen and water. Water fountain is available on site.
Click Here to download a copy of the walking tour guide!
Be sure to check the area for letterboxes!! To discover more about letterboxing Click Here to read the information previously posted on our blog.
Note:
Prices: Adults (ages19-65+): $7; Studnets (ages 5-18): $5; Children under 5 no charge!
Vermilionville allows only service animals on the grounds.Vermillionville hosts special events throughout the year. Click here to discover the events to be held in the upcoming months. Acadian Culture Day is a FREE event at Vermilionville and is on August 2nd, 10:00-5:00.
Vermilionville allows only service animals on the grounds.Vermillionville hosts special events throughout the year. Click here to discover the events to be held in the upcoming months. Acadian Culture Day is a FREE event at Vermilionville and is on August 2nd, 10:00-5:00.
Directions:
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All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owners of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission. As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure.
Friday, July 4, 2014
Make a Splash at LibertyLagoon
Liberty Lagoon Water Park in Baton Rouge, is a smaller water park with with slides, a lazy river and extensive pool/water playground. Admission is $11.10 (48" and taller), $9.09 (under 48") with ages 1 and under free. All day tube rentals are $1. Combine a this with a visit to some of our other suggestions from the Baton Rouge area and create a weekend adventure not to be forgotten by your Frugal Family Travelers.
Tips:
Bring sunscreen and water. Water fountain is available on site.
Be sure to check the area for letterboxes!! To discover more about letterboxing Click Here to read the information previously posted on our blog.
Bring sunscreen and water. Water fountain is available on site.
Be sure to check the area for letterboxes!! To discover more about letterboxing Click Here to read the information previously posted on our blog.
Note: Liberty Lagoon is open 10-7 p.m., Monday-Saturday and 12-7 p.m. on Sunday.
Directions:
BREC's Liberty Lagoon
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Disclaimer:
All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owners of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission. As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
14 Free/Low Cost Museums
The Bestoff Sculpture Garden in City Park at the New Orleans Museum of Art is free every day.
The Louisiana Children's Museum is free the third Sunday of the month, courtesy of Target. It is located on Julia Street in New Orleans' Warehouse District.
The New Orleans Museum of Art in City Park is free every Wednesday, courtesy of the Helis Foundation.
The Contemporary Art Center (CAC), in the Warehouse District offers free entry to Louisiana residents on Sundays.
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art, offers free admission to Louisiana residents, with a valid I.D., every Thursday from 10-5 p.m. Children under age 5 get in free every day.
The Slidell and GOSH Museums offer daily free admission and are open a variety of days and times. Visit their website for details.
The Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum in Madisonville, LA offers a low cost admission of $5 per adult, $3 per child/seniors, children 5 and under, free.
The Otis House Museum in Madisonville, LA offers a $4 admission fee for adults with seniors and children under 12 free.
The Louisiana Museum of Natural History offers both a textile and natural science museum. Both are open Monday through Friday and are free to the public. Visit their website for details.
The Old Louisiana State Capital is offers a variety of exhibits. Located in Baton Rouge, LA, the museum is open Tuesday-Saturday with free admission.
The Louisiana Rural Life Museum, located in Baton Rouge is a great way to explore the past. Adult admission is $9; Children ages 5-11 are $8; Under 5 are free.
The Mississippi Armed Forces Museum is open Tuesday-Saturday and is free to the public! Be sure and combine this with a trip to Merit Water Park for a full weekend of adventure!
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All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owners of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission. As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure
Have You Ever Park Hopped?
Have you ever park hopped while visiting Disney World? It's fun and shakes things up a bit! Well, you don't have to be at a theme park to do so! Consider planning a day of adventure by traveling to some of your favorite parks and splash pads! You will create a memory with your Frugal Family Travelers they will never forget! Look below for a few suggestions of places to visit on the Northshore! If you know of any other great parks or splash pads in the area or elsewhere, please leave us a comment!! We would love to hear from you!! Be sure to sign-up for email notifications on our the blog or like us on Facebook to receive future postings!
Tips:
Bring Towels, sunscreen, water
Be sure to check the area for letterboxes!! To discover more about letterboxing Click Here to read the information previously posted on our blog.
***Plan a stop in Slidell at lunch or at the end of your adventure! Take the family to the Slidell Soda Shop for lunch/dinner and homemade ice cream for dessert!! It is in Old Town Slidell and transports visitors back in time!!
Bring Towels, sunscreen, water
Be sure to check the area for letterboxes!! To discover more about letterboxing Click Here to read the information previously posted on our blog.
***Plan a stop in Slidell at lunch or at the end of your adventure! Take the family to the Slidell Soda Shop for lunch/dinner and homemade ice cream for dessert!! It is in Old Town Slidell and transports visitors back in time!!
Note:
Be sure to click the highlighted text above the pictures to get directions to each of these parks!
Pearl River, Louisiana
Beautiful Park and Awesome Splash Pad!
Beautiful Park and Awesome Splash Pad!
Slidell, Louisiana
For Directions to Heritage Park and to see a full list of parks in Slidell---CLICK HERE!
Mandeville, Louisiana
Abita Spring, LA
Madisonville, LA
Hammond, LA
Chappapella Sports Park
Chappapella Sports Park
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All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owners of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission. As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure
Monday, June 23, 2014
Be a Tourist in Your Own Town: Bayou Segnette Wave Pool, BaratariaPreserve-Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve
Our Frugal Family Travelers love hiking and especially love cooling off after the experience to beat the heat of a South Louisiana summer day! Pair Bayou Segnette State Park's wave pool with a visit to Jean Lafitte's National Historic Park and Preserve to create a full day of adventure or a quick weekend/mini vacation for your family, that's not to be forgotten!
Bayou Segnette State Park is located in Westwego and offers a great wave pool with an adjacent splash area for the younger travelers. Other activities available at the park include, camping, boating, canoeing, hiking, playgrounds and picnicking! Admission into the park is $2 but consider purchasing an annual pass to the state park to capitalize on the extra savings. Admission into the wave pool is $10 for adults and $8 for children.
A short distance away is the Barataria Preserve-Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve. This area is managed by the National Park Service and features 20,000 acres consisting of swamps, forests, hiking trails on boardwalks and a visitor center with exhibits. It's a great place to experience the beauty of the southern swamplands. Our Frugal Family Travelers particularly enjoyed the overlook of the swamp that is located on one of the boardwalk trails. We even saw an alligator nesting in its natural habitat.
Tips:
Bring Towels, sunscreen, water
You may also want to consider pairing this with the New Orleans museum selections , Crescent Park or letterboxing information previously posted on our blog to extend the adventure with your family. -Click highlighted text for more information.
You may also want to consider pairing this with the New Orleans museum selections , Crescent Park or letterboxing information previously posted on our blog to extend the adventure with your family. -Click highlighted text for more information.
Note:
Remember that admission to the water park at Bayou Segnette State Park requires $2 admission into the park as well as a wave pool admission. Consider purchasing a yearly pass to the state park system, which is approximately $80 dollars. It is good for all travelers in one car and van and good for a year.
Remember that admission to the water park at Bayou Segnette State Park requires $2 admission into the park as well as a wave pool admission. Consider purchasing a yearly pass to the state park system, which is approximately $80 dollars. It is good for all travelers in one car and van and good for a year.
Directions:
Bayou Segnette State Park Wave Pool
7777 Westbank Expressway
Westwego, LA 70094
Barataria Preserve-Jean Lafitte National Historic Park and Preserve
6588 Barataria Blvd
Marrero, LA
Bayou Segnette State Park Wave Pool
7777 Westbank Expressway
Westwego, LA 70094
Barataria Preserve-Jean Lafitte National Historic Park and Preserve
6588 Barataria Blvd
Marrero, LA
Splash area for Younger Travelers -adjacent to wave pool
View of the Wave Pool
View of the Wave Pool
Jean Lafitte National Historical Park
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Disclaimer:
All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owners of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission. As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure
Tuesday, June 17, 2014
Natchitoches Itinerary Day 4.......Melrose Plantation
Day 3:
Tips:
*Pack water sunscreen and insect repellent!
Note:
Be sure and check out the letterboxes in this area! To learn more about letterboxing, click here to read our blog about it! Coming soon..........Free/Low Cost No Cost Area Museums!!!
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Directions:
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Directions:
Melrose Plantation
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Disclaimer:
All content provided on Frugal Family Travelers blog is for informational purposes only. The owners of this blog make no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site or found by following any link on this site. The owners of Frugal Family Travelers blog do not share personal information with third-parties and are not responsible for the republishing of the content found on this blog on other Web sites or media without permission. As with all travel, operating days, times, costs, etc., should be verified prior to departure
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