Southern comforts
FOR a holiday complete with music, festivals, cuisine, culture, history and the great outdoors, the experts at Barrhead Travel recommend the Deep South – the beating heart of America.
Synonymous with musical history, this is a true bucket list destination. From self-drive road trips to fully escorted tours led by experienced local guides, discover everything Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee have to offer.
The classic American road trip is a popular way to travel. Pick up a car and explore at your own pace. Drive into New Orleans, Louisiana, with the top down and soak up the unique atmosphere that fills the air.
The Big Easy is a city that never sleeps and is renowned for nightlife, culture, Cajun cuisine and alligator spotting in the bayous. Don’t forget Mardi Gras – the ultimate festival to party with friends and enjoy family-friendly fun too.
Enjoy the Mississippi Gulf Coast as you drive to Jackson, taking in magnificent views, small-town friendliness, antique shops, history and coastal cuisine. Stop off for a roll of the dice at casinos along the way, take in a round of golf or revel in water sports on the 26 miles of sandy beaches.
No American road trip would be complete without visiting The King. When you reach Memphis, the birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll, celebrate the life of Elvis Presley as you tour his beloved mansion Graceland.
If you would rather enjoy everything your trip has to offer without being the designated driver, a fully escorted tour will let you sit back, relax and enjoy wonderful insights from an expert.
As you gaze out the window from your comfortable fully air-conditioned coach, hear all about the tale of blues musician Robert Johnson selling his soul to the Devil at the legendary crossroads in Mississippi, discuss the history of Jack Daniel’s as you taste bourbon on a distillery tour in Tennessee or enjoy off-the-beaten-track attractions that only the locals know about.
For solo travellers or larger groups, an escorted tour is the perfect way to explore these famous destinations.
Whichever way you want to live out your American dream, the experts at Barrhead Travel can help you create your perfect Deep South holiday. Visit in store or call 0141 222 2223 today.