Things to do on the Mississippi Gulf Coast
You must take the tour offered by Gulf Coast Gator Ranch and Farms. You can take an airboat tour of a Mississippi swamp and see alligators. Not only do they have alligators to show, but you can also see some of the oldest living alligators. Their location is in Moss Point, not far from anywhere … Continue reading “Alligators – See them up close”
If you have not tried one of our famous “Taste of” food festivals, you need to. Most of the people who attend the food festivals are locals. This is a great way for a visitor to rub elbows with people who have Mississippi accents and have often lived in the area for much of their … Continue reading “Food festivals on the Mississippi Gulf Coast”
25 years and going strong, Crusin the Coast is the largest single event along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. If you love cars, trucks, and other things that move on the road, this is the event for you. You can attend by registering your older vehicle or just watching. Tens of thousands of spectators line U.S. … Continue reading “Cruisin The Coast”
Ok, New Orleans is not part of the Mississippi Gulf Coast but it’s a great place to visit while you are staying here. A drive of between one hour and one hour and a half will get you to the French Quarter. Many people stay with us at Christies on the Mississippi Gulf Coast because … Continue reading “New Orleans”
Miles and miles of beaches are available on the Mississippi Gulf Coast for your enjoyment. Here is a short list of things about our beaches that you should know: Take a nice driver along U.S. 90, Beach Blvd and see the beautiful beach and great homes. Only a few buildings are on the beach side … Continue reading “Beaches”
Many people come to the Mississippi Gulf Coast for the 12 casinos scattered around the area. All of the casinos operate under rules from the State of Mississippi which are similar to those of Las Vegas. Games of chance are real not unlike some Indian casinos that use playing cards for roulette. Free alcoholic beverages … Continue reading “Casinos-Gaming”
This is the place to bring your children and young adults. The range of activities is too much to discuss in this article but I will try. The main building is a wonderland of games and experiences. Yes, it’s basically for kids but adults have fun there as well with their kids. My grandson climbed … Continue reading “Margaritaville Resort”
Choose to visit us for a July 4th holiday, you will not be disappointed. Firework displays are held in most cities along the Mississippi Gulf Coast. You will have many choices. In addition to fireworks, several communities host musical events along with food, drink, and games. You need to book accommodations in advance, July 4th … Continue reading “July 4th Celebrations on the Mississippi Gulf Coast”
Recently opened, the Mississippi Aquarium offers a terrific entertainment and learning environment for everyone. Please visit their website for operating hours and more information.
The Biloxi Shuckers play games on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast in their new stadium. MGM Park was built for the Shuckers across the street from the Beau Rivage Casino Resort, an MGM property. The Biloxi Shuckers are a Minor League baseball team of the Southern League. They are an affiliate of the Milwaukee Brewers … Continue reading “Baseball on the Gulf Coast”
It is held each year in Ocean Springs on the second Sunday of December. The parade is free to the public. You can see floats, marching bands, and other organizations participating in this event that kicks off at 2:00 PM. Click on the Facebook site above for more details. Participants are asked to donate an … Continue reading “Discover Christmas – Toy Drive & Parade”
A must attend event on the Mississippi Gulf Coast each year is the Christmas on the Water Boat Parade. Boats large and small line up at the South of the Biloxi lighthouse for the event. Boat owners decorate their boats for this annual holiday event. Boat owners spend hours decorating their boats with lights and … Continue reading “Biloxi Christmas on the Water annual Boat Parade”
Every year from about November 25 through December 31, the City of Gulfport and sponsors recreate the Harbor Lights Winter Festival. It is a must-see event for the entire family. Carnival rides, food, live entertainment, and those great lighted features. Free parking in the parking garage across the street and beside the Mississippi Aquarium. Ticket … Continue reading “Gulfport Harbor Lights Winter Festival”
The Mississippi Gulf Coast is host to many events during the year and none are as exciting as Mardi Gras season. Each community along the coast has one or more Mardi Gras parades and associated events every year. Check out the calendar of parades below
If you want some exercise while you are visiting the Mississippi Gulf Coast, consider walking around Ocean Springs. A good article published in RetireCoast.com details a walking route that takes about 55 minutes. This is an easy route and it is low-stress for seniors. Walk by beautiful houses and gardens surrounded by ageless live oak … Continue reading “Walking route in Ocean Springs”
At the beginning of June each year, hundreds of people gather to enter the annual Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic. Boats from all over the United States enter the event. The prizes are very large with the entire purse being more than one million dollars. If you are interested in signing up as a participant, … Continue reading “Mississippi Gulf Coast Billfish Classic – Annual event Biloxi”
A great way to see the Mississippi Gulf Coast area is to rent a pontoon boat. You can do this by visiting Biloxi Boat Rentals, home of the pink pontoon. Some of the best places to go with your rental pontoon are: Click below to make reservations at Biloxi Boat Rentals
Deer Island You must go to Deer Island just across from Biloxi Beach. The photo above shows Deer Island from the parking garage at the Golden Nugget Casino. This is a primitive island with no electricity or water. You can camp on Deer Island for up to seven days absolutely FREE. No permits are required. … Continue reading “Deer Island”
Buccaneer Bay is a water park located in Waveland, Mississippi. It is a popular destination for families, offering a variety of activities and attractions for visitors of all ages. The park features several water slides, including a large, multi-level slide that is sure to thrill adrenaline seekers. There are also several smaller slides and a … Continue reading “Buccaneer Bay Water Park”
There are so many restaurants on the Mississippi Gulf Coast where do I start? Simple, try eating at one of our beach restaurants. Some visitors have just a couple of days to experience all the Coast has to offer. Try one of the many restaurants that are located on the beach. These restaurants offer views … Continue reading “Beach Restaurants: An experience”
You may have come to the Mississippi Gulf Coast to explore the beaches and casinos but there is much more to do. Why not explore one or more of the many Bayous that are connected to the Bay St. Louis or Biloxi Bay. There are many inlets, some are rivers. My favorite is Old Fort … Continue reading “Explore Gulf Coast Bayous”
Charter a yacht and see the Mississippi Gulf from a different perspective. Follow dolphins and see our beautiful barrier islands. You can hire a yacht on ah hourly basis, La Dolce Vita charges about $270 per 2.5 hour trip for two guests. They can accommodate up to six and have four and six hour packages … Continue reading “Charter a yacht”
This wonderful place is rich in history. Beauvoir is the last home of President Jefferson Davis. The home which is representative of the types of homes that at one time lined the Gulf Coast. In the mid 1800’s, wealthy people built large summer homes along the coast to escape the heat of the interior. This … Continue reading “Beauvoir”
The Gulf Coast has a long history of collecting and shipping seafood throughout the country. Prior to Hurricane Katrina, there were many seafood packing plants in the area. Over time that has changed and while the seafood is still being caught most is not processed here.
Lots of people are curious about alligators. While they do not roam around everywhere along the Gulf Coast, this is an ideal habitat for Alligators and there are lots of them in various places. You can see lots of them if you go to the Gulf Coast Gator Ranch.