It’s June! School is out and Summer is officially here. Now is the perfect time to start planning your summer vacation to Mississippi!! Here are a few ideas to get you started.

 

Plan a Summer Camping Trip!

Mississippi is a state covered in beautiful, bountiful wilderness—and what better way to experience the wilds than through camping in Mississippi. Multiple state parks and recreational facilities from the Gulf Coast to the northern state line give each visitor and many a restless resident the opportunity to experience the wonder of Mississippi’s outdoors for themselves. Whether with just a tent or a full-on RV with all the amenities, Mississippi state parks and campsites have a place for everyone.

Take the boys on a Mississippi Fishing Trip!
Our mild climate keeps the state ripe for fishing excursions year round, and the many game fish that thrive here are always ready to put up a fight. Over 175 different species of freshwater fish reside here in the state, not to mention the abundance of saltwater fish found in the Gulf.   Almost any coastal town will have charters into the Gulf of Mexico for saltwater fishing. Whether you try your hand at Biloxi, Ocean Springs, Gulfport or Bay St. Louis fishing, the Mississippi Gulf Coast is an inviting paradise for a day on the water and a chance at landing a monster.

 

Plan an Adventure on the Water with a Water Sports Trip!

In many ways, Mississippi is a state defined by its relationship with water. Whether it’s our relationship with the Mississippi River, our high profile real estate on the Gulf of Mexico or our plethora of natural and man-made rivers and lakes, we have plenty of water to spare. From pontoon boats to speed boats, water skis to jet skis and canoes to kayaks...if it floats, it's fair game for a day on Mississippi's waterways and Mississippi is overflowing with great times to be had at a host of public water parks throughout the state. If you're looking for action under the waterline, swimming, fishing and scuba diving are also prevalent here virtually year round.

 

For all those who were anxiously awaiting the announcement of the winner of our True South Sweepstakes, the news is in! The winner of this blowout travel sweepstakes is none other than Jenny McIntire of Buffalo, MO! Congratulations to Jenny on this fabulous prize – she’ll get to tour the state in a brand new 2011 Toyota Corolla! She’ll be taking an incredible 11-day adventure, and experiencing some of the state’s top sights and sounds.

For those who entered but didn’t win our new car contest, don’t fret! We have another fabulous sweepstakes in the works, so you’ll have a chance to win a brand new prize in the near future! In the meantime, keep an eye on our Deals and Packages page for announcements about upcoming travel sweepstakes, as well as our Facebook page and our Twitter account.

And be sure to check out our new website, where you can plan an unforgettable trip to Mississippi – with things to do, places to see, music to hear, games to play and so much more – you’ll never want to leave!

Welcome to the True South!

Whether you’re a frequent visitor to Mississippi, or you’re just learning about all the Magnolia State has to offer, you’ll find all the information you need to plan your Mississippi travel right here. This blog is designed to educate, to inspire, and to share interesting, fun & helpful information for travelers looking to learn about the state of Mississippi.

Here in Mississippi, you can let your imagination run away with you – explore antebellum mansions in Natchez, or hit it big at blackjack in Biloxi. Explore the history of the Delta Blues in Clarksdale, or take a tour of Elvis’ birthplace in Tupelo. Take an airboat tour for an up close look at wildlife in Moss Point, or stroll through Cypress trees in Madison. When it comes to Mississippi travel, there are so many things to see and do – you won’t know where to begin! So start here. We’ll be posting regularly about all the amazing attractions, events, festivals & landmarks throughout the state.  Get an insider’s perspective on the True South, and make your Mississippi travel planning that much easier.