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ouisiana has one of the most colourful histories of any state in


the USA. Its rare and exotic mix of nations and cultures lends itself to the most unique and pleasurable of holiday experiences. Louisianans live life to the fullest in the belief that life is a collection of fabulous moments to be enjoyed, experienced and savoured making treasured memories second to none. Take any one of these experiences,


from our world class music which is the life blood of Louisiana, along with over 400 annual festivals, cuisine to make your taste buds dance and a history and culture that will capture your imagination. Louisiana is the birthplace of jazz and the cocktail, as well as home to the stunningly beautiful city of New Orleans, reflecting the state ethos of a carefree, fun, party attitude. For those who enjoy the great outdoors, Louisiana offers so much - coastal marshes, bayous and rolling hills and lakes making this an ideal destination for activity holidays,


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LOUISIANA The Bayou State


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including fishing, cycling, golf, hiking and kayaking. Experience the swampy, mysterious bayous draped with Spanish moss and maybe spot an


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alligator or two! There you have Louisiana, a


state that truly has something for everyone!!


STATE SECRET... Louisiana was its own province, reflecting its uniqueness to other US states, with an atmosphere that will excite, inspire and thrill its visitors. New Orleans set the pace by being ranked the No.1 destination in the world for nightlife in the May 2010 TripAdvisor awards.


DON'T MISS... Experience Louisiana through its themed trails by constructing your journey around the state to experience the food, music, history, Creole culture and nature to name a few. Combine itineraries to experience the best of what Louisiana has to offer and experience a journey of a lifetime!


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Population: 4,410,796 State Capital: Baton Rouge Largest city: New Orleans Local time: CST - 6 hrs behind UK.


Daylight Savings Time observed Weather: Summer warm and long


with mild winters and moderate rainfall. Driest months April, May, October & November


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National/State Parks: 20 International Gateways: Atlanta, Houston, Dallas, Chicago, New York


STATE SECRET... October is peak lobster harvest month when the lobster is flavourful and tender. Several festivals celebrate Maine lobster including Harvest on the Harbour when chefs compete for Maine Lobster Chef of the Year.


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s large as the other five New England states combined,


Maine boasts a dramatic coastline of more than 5,500 miles, plus bold mountains, clear lakes, sandy beaches, fascinating wildlife and huge tracts of forested wilderness. It also offers bustling cities, quaint fishing villages, fantastic outlet shopping, unique accommodation and some of the finest restaurants in New England, where you can feast on lobster and other fresh local produce. Maine's rich history of


shipbuilding, seafaring, fishing and lumbering is preserved today in the stately homes of former sea captains and lumber barons, and in cultural history and art museums. Along the coast, Acadia National


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DON'T MISS... Maine's lengthy coastline and numerous inland waters make boating a 'don’t miss' activity. Experiences include sailing aboard a historic windjammer, cruising on a lobster boat to canoeing, kayaking and whitewater rafting.


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Park offers 45,000 acres of spectacular mountain and ocean panoramas. Thousands of islands, some inhabited, others not, are accessible by car ferry, pleasure boat, or sea kayak. Going to the beach, whale watching and fishing are popular coastal activities.


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Inland, the Kennebec and Penebscot rivers feature some of the best white-water rafting on the east coast, while over 200,000 acres in 'forever wild' Baxter State Park are home to Mt. Katahdin, Maine's highest peak, and many species of wildlife. In winter, family resorts in the western part of the state, such as Sugarloaf and Sunday River, are meccas for downhill and Nordic skiers and snow boarders.


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Maine's coastline reaches out into the Atlantic


a healthy, invigorating environment. The average daytime summer temperature is about 70°F (21°C), while average winter temperature is about 20°F (7°C) National/State Parks: 50 International Gateway: Boston, Massaschusetts


Population: 1,321,505 State Capital: Augusta Largest City: Portland Local Time: EST – 5 hrs behind


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MAINE The Pine Tree State


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