Shreveport, LA
Shreveport Holiday Travel
Celebrating Christmas and Culture in Northwest Louisiana with Sheriece Rowell
Episode 66 – The Family Vacationer with Rob and Danny
🎄 Looking for a holiday getaway full of lights, local flavor, and Southern hospitality? In this episode, Rob explores Shreveport-Bossier, Louisiana, a twin-city destination that shines bright for the holidays and beyond. Sheriece Rowell from the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau joins the show to talk about what makes the area a festive and family-friendly destination all year round.
🎙️ In this episode, we cover:
- A look back at 2021 travel and what’s ahead in 2022
- Christmas in Shreveport-Bossier: rockets, rural lights, and SnowPort!
- Unique attractions like the Shreveport Aquarium’s Believe exhibit and the Sci-Port Discovery Center’s SnowPort
- The Independence Bowl and the city’s love for college football
- Family-friendly lodging, including downtown hotels and quirky Airbnbs like a converted firehouse tower
- Where to eat: From legendary stuffed shrimp at Orlando’s to deep-fried beignets, king cakes, and Shreveport-style foodie finds
- Year-round events from Mardi Gras parades to the Red River Balloon Rally
- Off-the-beaten-path gems like Gators & Friends, Rhino Coffee, Christmas in Roseland, and more
🎡 Whether you’re coming for the lights, the food, or the Mardi Gras beads, Shreveport-Bossier offers multigenerational fun, rich cultural heritage, and some of the friendliest people around.
🧳 Plan your trip:
- Visit shreveport-bossier.org for guides, events, and brochures
- For Christmas-specific happenings, check out SBFunGuide.com
- Follow on social: @VisitShreveportBossier
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