The recent #tasteUSA mega famil hosted by Brand USA and Air New Zealand was an eye opener for personal travel manager Kylie Gretener, representative for Mooloolaba in Queensland.
Famil participants were split into six groups, with each enjoying a multi-itinerary famil experience and Gretener was lucky to experience the amazing state of Louisiana.
“This was my first time to the USA, so I was particularly excited to see Louisiana as I had heard so much about its southern hospitality. I can honestly say its true having experienced the ‘Yes Ma’am’ and ‘Hey y’all’ warmth that welcomes you wherever you go.“
She said the history of the region was an important part of understanding how Louisiana has been shaped over the years.
“The beautiful plantation homes of Houmas House and Oak Ally Plantation are well worth a visit to understand what life was like when the sugar cane industry took off in the area. The capitol building in the state capital of Baton Rouge is also an incredible sight and gives a good understanding of how the civil war has shaped the region.”
The French influence offered a range food options and flavours to experience and Gretener enjoyed a cooking class and a visit to the Tabasco factory.
While Bourbon Street in New Orleans is known for its nightlife experience, Gretener discovered that Frenchmen Street is where the locals go for jazz and blues music in small bars.
Her time in Houston gave her knowledge to pass on to her clients.
“Houston is a very big city! The airport is over an hour away from the downtown area, so I highly recommend you organise transfers for your clients as it is a long way in a taxi. We visited the Johnson Space Centre, which is great, but make sure your clients have plenty of time as there is a lot to read and experience once you are there. I also recommend you find a tour that includes a hotel pick up as it is also a long way out of the city.”
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