Recreation

Lafayette is at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country, located in Louisiana, known as the Sportsman's Paradise. The area is known for its swampland dotted with moss-draped cypress trees teeming with wildlife, which makes it the perfect destination for bird watching, paddling, fishing, and numerous other outdoor activities. No matter where you end up, you can be sure to have a one-of-a-kind experience enjoying Lafayette's outdoors and leave with a smile on your face.

Inspiration Journal

Lafayette's blog showcasing the food, music, culture and history at the heart of Cajun & Creole Country.

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Lafayette Hotel Guide

Do you need some guidance on where to stay in Lafayette and the surrounding region? We’ve divided the information into handy categories. The Juliet Hotel is located in the…

Creole Music

An early 20th-century precursor to zydeco, la-la music melds indigenous American, African, European, blues, nascent rhythm and blues, and Louisiana Creole and Cajun traditions to…

Getting to Lafayette

The city of Lafayette, LA is located in the center of Lafayette Parish at the intersection of I-10 and I-49 between New Orleans and Houston and only 35 miles north of the Gulf of Mexico.

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