tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-55120898442883000522011-10-18T12:37:01.888-07:00This is a VisitMississippi.org Travel Blog. As we travel throughout the state of Mississippi or hear about Mississippi visitors and residents blogging about our great state, we will post these experiences, stories, and images here. Have a Mississippi Travel blog? Link to us and we'll link back to you here. Have fun ya'll.visitmississippihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02224044626247524042noreply@blogger.comBlogger751100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5512089844288300052.post-70407332058745188092011-01-06T10:10:00.000-08:002011-01-06T14:20:46.432-08:00

A new year means a new legislative session, and Mississippi tourism is taking center stage as state legislators continue to hear the message of tourism’s tremendous impact and benefits for the state. During an annual legislative luncheon hosted this week by the Mississippi Tourism Association, the Mississippi Development Authority’s Tourism Division unveiled its new branding platform, including a

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January has been designated as Culinary Month in Mississippi. All month long communities around the state will be highlighting and celebrating notable restaurants, unique specialty items, take-home recipes and other local good eats. The state’s Welcome Centers will also join the action with displays, menus, samples and other information to help you satisfy your appetite while visiting the state.

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Today, the Mississippi Sesquicentennial of the American Civil War Commission unveiled its new website – www.mscivilwar150.com – during an event held at Mississippi State University in Starkville, Miss. Mississippi State University worked with the commission to develop the website along with a logo. The university has also volunteered office space to house an executive director for the commission

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A diverse crowd including blues artists, tourism officials and community members converged on the site of Bradfordville Blues Club in Tallahassee, Florida, for the unveiling of the newest marker on the Mississippi Blues Trailer on November 20. Yes, the location was northern Florida, not Mississippi. Why? The musical ties between Florida and Mississippi run deep. North Florida’s urban clubs and

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Mississippi Tourism Director Mary Beth Wilkerson being interviewed by Alan Nathan on "Battle Line with Alan Nathan" on the Main Street Radio Network during Gulf Coast Radio Row. (GULFPORT-BILOXI, MS) – A cutting-edge digital media campaign combining the intensity of some of America’s most influential radio hosts and bloggers will develop excitement and enthusiasm throughout the country this

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The Washington County Welcome Center recently received a major facelift. But not only is the exterior more aesthetically pleasing, the interior now offers a comprehensive look at life in the Mississippi Delta with the Museum of Attractions and Tours, which officially opened today on the second level of the Welcome Center. Activities are planned all day to celebrate the grand opening. The new

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Locust Grove Berry Farm, in Jackson, is a pick-your-own place for the freshest seasonal fruit. It is a beautiful piece of property, calm and quiet.You'll see the sign from the road:Blackberries and blueberries are ripe for the picking in June, figs in July and Muscadines in August and September. (FYI, These pictures were taken in July.)Lovely deep-colored figs below.One view of the muscadine

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What blues lover isn't familiar with this image? Dockery Plantation is considered one of the main locations of Blues music activity as a result of resident musicians like Charley Patton, whose music could be heard from the porch of the commissary, during picnics on the grounds and at local dances in the area.Patton’s music influenced other Dockery contemporaries like partner Willie Brown and Son

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Heathman Plantation is located at the intersection of Highway 82 and Heathman Road. The old commissary building is still standing and in good condition.Once comprising some 8,000 acres, it was originally known as Dogwood Ridge Plantation. In 1871 James Martin Heathman purchased the property and renamed it Heathman Plantation.As you can tell, it was right as the sun began to set and the colors in

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Outdoors Marketing Manager Mike Jones walks up "98 Steps" which was built by the CCC back in the 1930's.The rock formations and waterfalls truly were spectacular.We happen to stumble across a Geocache which was hidden in the Tishomingo State Park. For more information visit http://www.geocaching.comWe saw a few trees shaped like chairs...other trees were shaped like lounge chairs.Campsites, group

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Swinging bridge located in Tishomingo State Park.The view from swinging bridge in Tishomingo State Park.Pioneer's cabin in Tishomingo State Park, Mississippi.The view from inside Pioneer's Cabin in Tishomingo State Park.

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Mississippi Tourism Representative Daniel Ethridge stands on top of a rock face commonly used by rock climbers.One of the waterfalls in Tishomingo State Park.Scenic cliff overhang at Tishomingo State Park.The Bear Creek runs through Tishomingo State Park.Mississippi Outdoors Marketing Manager Micheal Jones points out deer tracks along the banks of the Bear Creek in Tishomingo State Park.

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806ft. above sea level on our GPS.Outdoors Marketing Manager Micheal Jones stands at the highest point in Mississippi.Official Geo-marker of the highest point in Mississippi located in Iuka, Mississippi.The view from Woodall Mountain.

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Iuka Covered Bridge - Iuka, MississippiThe bridge is adjacent to Mineral Spring park in Iuka, Mississippi.

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We took a detour off of the Natchez Trace and drove through Okolona, Mississippi.After our small detour we're back on the Natchez Trace.Black Belt Overlook on the Natchez Trace.

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This guy was relaxing in French Camp, Mississippi.

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Cypress SwampPearl River BendKosciusko Natchez Trace Information Center and MuseumStatue of General Tadeusz Kosciuszko.Wildlife commonly found along the Natchez Trace.Headed up the trace.

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The Alluvian is located in the heart of downtown Greenwood, Mississippi.The lobby of the Alluvian located in Greenwood, Mississippi.Interior of a hotel room at the Alluvian.Interior view of the Terrace room at the Alluvian.Photographer Sean Matheson scouts out the exterior of the Terrace Room located at the Alluvian in Greenwood, Mississippi.MDA Tourism Representative Daniel Ethridge videos the

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The Alluvian Spa is located in the heart of downtown Greenwood, Mississippi.The front desk at the Alluvian Spa.Salon station at the Alluvian Spa.You'll find an extensive variety of makeup and beauty products available at the Alluvian Spa.Pedicure station at the Alluvian Spa located in Greenwood, Mississippi.The couples room located at the Alluvian Spa features message stations, a fireplace,

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Tallahatchie Flats sits on the bank of the Tallahatchie river and is located 3 miles north of Greenwood, Mississippi. It's the perfect place to escape the hustle and flow of big city life, while receiving an authentic Mississippi Delta experience. (Please note the shacks are authentic and not reproductions.)Greenwood, Mississippi CVB Representative Paige Hunt stands on the front porch of the

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Driving from Tunica, Mississippi to Greenwood, Mississippi allowed us a great opportunity to experience the Mississippi Delta first hand. We stopped for refreshments along the way and met some wonderful people. It's true that Mississippians take great pride in being hospitable.

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The Tunica Queen as seen from the dock at the Tunica Riverpark in Tunica, Mississippi.The interior of the Tunica Queen dining room where meals are served daily. You can have lunch while you float down the Mighty Mississippi River.The view from the second floor balcony looking down on the dance floor on the Tunica Queen.The dock at the Riverpark is a great location for events.Photographer Sean

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The Tunica Riverpark in Tunica, Mississippi.Photo of the Riverpark located in Tunica, Mississippi.The Riverpark as seen from the Tunica Queen bridge.The walkway going from the Riverpark out to the Tunica Queen.As seen from atop the Riverpark.The Tunica Queen offers boat rides on the mighty Mississippi River.Tunica, Mississippi CVB Representative Claire Pittman and Photographer Sean Matheson stand

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Before heading out to Tunica, Mississippi we stopped at the Square in Oxford, Mississippi.

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The 1870 Oxford Home of Mississippi's most distinguished statesman opens it's doors to welcome you.MDA Tourism Representative Daniel Ethridge and Oxford Tourism Representative Mary-Kathryn Millner discuss the HD360 photoshoot of the L.Q.C. Lamar House Museum.

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The Oxford Convention Center has more than 25,000 square ft. of space that can be booked to meet your meeting and event needs.For more information please visit. http://www.oxfordcvb.com/occ.htmlThe Oxford Convention Center located in Oxford, Mississippi is a greatt venue for wedding receptions and other events.

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Models pose for a wedding photo at Goodlette Manor located in Tupelo, Mississippi.Wedding furnishings provided by Busylad Inc. www.busylad.com For more information contact Erin Stubbs 662-842-7834.Photographer Sean Matheson sets up his equipment for the HD360 photoshoot.Model Amy Gosset poses for a photo Goodlette Manor located in Tupelo, Mississippi.Goodlette Manor Owner Stephen Thompson and

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Park Heights Restaurant is located in downtown Tupelo, Mississippi.We visited the rooftop lounging area as well as the downstairs restaurant.The open rooftop space is idea for weddings, wedding receptions, parties, and gatherings of all kinds.It was a gorgeous afternoon. The kind which is ideal for an HD360 photoshoot.Park Heights Restaurant owner Hamp Hughes and Tupelo, Mississippi CVB

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The birthplace of Elvis Presley located in Tupelo, Mississippi.Elvis was born at 4:35 am.Now that's an early morning arrival.Statue of Elvis Presley at age 13.The Elvis Presley Memorial Chapel is located on the grounds of Elvis Presley's birthplace in Tupelo, Mississippi. Sounds like a great place to get married.Models Amye & Mickey Gosset pose for a wedding photo, while Tupelo CVB Representative

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Photographer Sean Matheson and Columbus, Mississippi CVB Representative Gwen Granderson stand in front of the Amzi Love Home.Photographer Sean Matheson scouts the location for the HD360 photoshoot at Amzi Love Home. The Lincoln Home Bed and Breakfast is located on the same grounds as the Amzi Love Home.An interior view of the parlor inside the Lincoln Home Bed and Breakfast.An interior view of a

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For more information about Rosewood Manor please visit http://www.columbusrosewood.com

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Columbus, Mississippi CVB Representatives James Tsismanakis (left) and Gwen Granderson (right) stand in front of the Tennessee Williams home and Welcome Center in Columbus, Mississippi.For more information about the Tennessee Williams Home and Welcome Center please visit http://www.columbus-ms.org/

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Photographer Sean Matheson sets up for the HD360 photoshoot.The gears that turn the Dentzel Carousel.Meridian Parks & Recreation Director Mark Naylor and MDA Tourism Representative Daniel Ethridge discuss the HD360 photoshoot of the Dentzel Carousel.Highland Park and the Dentzel Carousel are perfect for weddings, receptions, parties, family reunions, and gatherings of all kinds.

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Photographer Sean Matheson sets up the HD360 photo of the MSU- Riley Center Grand Opera House.The MSU Riley Center has a variety of room, halls and banquet spaces suitable for most any occasion.

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Photographer Sean Matheson sets up the HD360 photoshoot in Dumont Plaza.Meridian CVB Representative Suzy Johnson discuss the HD360 photoshoot in Dumont Plaza.Dumont plaza is located in downtown Meridian, Mississippi.

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It's Monday afternoon and we're on our way to Meridian for the night.

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Marshall Park is a great location to hold outdoor weddings, picnics, family reunions and other events...Ocean Springs Tourism Bureau Executive Director Margaret Miller (middle), Public Relations/ Media Cynthia Dobbs (left), and HD360 Photographer Sean Matheson discuss the HD360 photoshoot.Photographer Sean Matheson sets up the HD360 photoshoot.

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Mississippi Gulf Coast Representative Annette Rand and Biloxi Yatch Club Manager Steve Castle.

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Photographer Sean Matheson sets up the HD360 photo.We were lucky enough to show up during a Civil War reenactment.

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Photographer Sean Matheson sets up the HD360 photo at Oak Crest Mansion Inn in Pass Christian, Mississippi.Beautiful double staircase at Oakview Crest Mansion Inn, Pass Christian, Mississippi.Mississippi Gulf Coast CVB Representative Janice Jones (left) and Oak Crest Mansion Inn Owner Erin Mosely (right) pause for a second to take a photograph.Interior reception hall located at Oak Crest Mansion

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The Sycamore House is the perfect location for lunch, dinner, weddings, receptions and rehearsal dinners.Photographer Sean Matheson sets up the location for the HD360 photograph.In this photo from left to right: Chef/Owner Stella LeGardleur- Eastham, Chef/Owner Michael LeGardleur- Eastham, Hancock County Tourism Development Bureau Representative Susan Duffy, Photographer Sean Matheson.For more

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Beautiful blue skies all around in Mississippi.It's late in the afternoon and we're headed to the Mississippi Gulf Coast. We drove over this really neat bridge somewhere around Summit, Mississippi.

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Exterior of the Carriage House.Interior shot of the lobby at the Carriage House.The bar located inside of the Carriage House.Photographer Sean Matheson looks for the perfect location of the HD360 photo.Natchez, Mississippi CVB Representative Selah Havard and photographer Sean Matheson set up the HD360 photo shoot.Dining on the patio is a possibility at the Carriage House.A great view of Stanton

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Photographer Sean Matheson and Devereaux Shields House owner Ronald Fry discuss the HD360 photo project.

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LindenThe South's Most Hospitable Bed and BreakfastLinden Owner Jeanette Feltus (left) and Natchez CVB Representative Selah Havard (right) stand in front of Linden located in Natchez, Mississippi.Interior bedroom photo of Linden.Interior bedroom photo of Linden.Interior dining room photo of Linden.Interior parlor photo of Linden.Spacious back porch at Linden in Natchez, Mississippi.With 6

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The ElmsA gracious Natchez, Mississippi guest house.Built circa 1804.Dining room of the Elms.The Elms owner Esther Carpenter (left) and Natchez, Mississippi CVB Representative Selah Havard (right) discuss the HD360 photo shoot. Parlor in the Elms.Beautiful iron staircase in the Elms.Guest Bedroom in the Elms.Bathroom with clawfoot bathtub at the Elms.For more information about the Elms check out

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AuburnAntebellum HomeA Museum of Southern HistoryCirca 1812For more information view the Auburn website.Weddings, receptions, bridge club meetings, and tea parties have all been in this antebellum home. Call for availability and quote.Beautiful staircase at the Auburn which is completely unsupported to the second floor. Auburn member Diana Martello (left) and MDA Tourism Representative Daniel

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Photographer Sean Matheson shoots an HD 360 of the Grand Hotel.

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Monmouth Gift Shop Manager Melanie Miller Downer and Natchez CVB Representative Selah Havard walk up the staircase at Monmouth.

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Natchez, Mississippi CVB Representative Selah Havard and Phographer Sean Matheson stand at the entrance of Stanton Hall.Interior view of the dining room at Stanton Hall in Natchez, MississippiInterior veiw of a bed room.Interior view of winding staircase.Photographer Sean Matheson prepares for the HD 360 photo shoot.The Carriage House, which is located on the Stanton Hall grounds.We wrap up

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Our last HD 360 location shoot for day 2 is the Riverwalk Casino & Hotel.Group Sales Coordinator Mary Ray for Riverwalk Casino & Hotel (left) and Vicksburg CVB Representative Debra Ellis (right) discuss the superb wedding destination location which overlooks the Mississippi River.Vicksburg, Mississippi CVB Representative Debra Ellis and Photographer Sean Matheson prepare the Riverwalk Casino and

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Photographer Sean Matheson works with Vicksburg, MS Representative Debra Ellis to photograph the grey card, which will be used in post production of the HD 360 photo shoot.Photographer Sean Matheson photographs the elegant banquet room at the Duff Green Mansion.The built-in swimming pool as seen from the back porch of The Duff Green Mansion.For more information about The Duff Green Mansion visit

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The Duff Green Mansion, Bed and Breakfast Inn located in Vicksburg, MS was the Fourth stop on day 2 of the HD 360 Photoshoot.This romantic Antebellum Inn has stood majestically for over 145 years in Historic Vickburg, Mississippi and is one of the finest examples of Palladian Architecture in the state.Photographer Sean Matheson and Vicksburg, Mississippi Representative Debra Ellis stand in front

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After leaving the Jackson Convention Complex in Jackson, Mississippi we headed on over to Vicksburg, Mississippi and met with Vicksburg, Mississippi CVB Representative Debra Ellis.Vicksburg, Mississippi CVB representative Debra Ellis took us to see Anchuca, which is a choctaw indian word meaning "Happy Home" and it was also our first location in Vicksburg, Mississippi.Photographer Sean Matheson

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Our second stop for Day two of the HD 360 photo shoot is the Jackson Convention Complex.Jackson, MS CVB Representative Kelly Bilbo and Photographer Sean Matheson at the check in desk of the Jackson Convention Complex.General Manager for the Jackson Convention Complex Linda McCarthy and Jackson, Mississippi CVB representative Kelly Bilbo enjoy a cup of coffee and discuss the wedding destination

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The first HD 360 photo shoot of the day was at the Mississippi Agriculture& Forestry Museum located in Jackson, Mississippi. The museum offers an full range of agritourism exhibits and points of interest for visitors of all ages. Photographer Sean Matheson and Jackson, Mississippi CVB representative Kelly Bilbo make their way to the HD 360 photo shoot location.On the grounds of the Mississippi

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Mynelle Gardens is our second location on the first day of the HD 360 photoshoot.Mynelle Gardens is an abundant seven acre osasis of botanical beauty with winding paths and trails which encompass several styles of gardening.Mynelle Gardens is maintained by the city along with the help of community volunteers who are devoted to preserving the beauty of this property..Mynelle Gardens is a wildlife

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Our first HD 360 photoshoot was the historic Fairview Inn of Jackson, MS. Front of the Fairview Inn.Beautiful floral garden at the Fairview Inn.A stately study at the Fairview Inn.Amazing interior decor.Photographer Sean Matheson (left), Fairview Inn Event Coordinator Briana Hood (middle) and Jackson CVB Representative Kelly Bilbo (right) setup for the 360 photoshoot in the foyer of the Fairview

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Before picking up Photographer Sean Matheson from the Jackson-Evers International Airport. I met with Jackson, Mississippi CVB representative Kelly Bilbo at the Mississippi Agritourism Museum Cafe for lunch.Upon entering the Museum Cafe we were greeted by Front End Manager Nena Hamilton who was serving up a large variety of delicious meats & vegetables. Jackson, Mississippi CVB representative

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We'll be on the road travel blogging from 12 Mississippi cities for the next 9 days. MDA Tourism Representative Daniel Ethridge (myself) and Photographer Sean Matheson from Bridal Guide Magazine will be working with city CVB's to create HD 360 interactive panoramics of 44 locations around the state. At the end of our trip the media collected will be combined into a single dynamic interactive

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