Ask The Expert: Travel
MISS SSIPPI‘S
SECRET COAST by Terri Guthrie | photos courtesy of Terri Guthrie
T
he Mississippi Gulf Coast is a very special place to me. It’s in my home state and where I have made so many wonderful memories throughout the years!
This was established to preserve and
Many people don’t seem to know a lot about this deep-south jewel. This “Secret Coast” has astounding natural beauty and is honestly the perfect year-round destination. There is an incredible amount to do, see, and experience across the entire 62 miles of coastline. And when it comes to food, they have the best and freshest seafood on the planet!
ages. The new Mississippi Aquarium that
The options for outdoor exploration and activities are endless. For something a little different, take the Biloxi Shrimping Trip that exposes you to the spectacular world of sea life - caught on a real shrimping expedition. It’s a fun and educational trip that has been entertaining visitors worldwide since 1954. The Secret Coast boasts a multitude of museums and galleries. I have two favorites: first is The Walter Anderson Museum of Art, located in historic Ocean Springs. This is a nationally accredited fine arts museum. My other favorite is the Maritime & Seafood Industry Museum.
interpret the maritime history and heritage of Biloxi and the Mississippi Gulf Coast. The Secret Coast also offers lots of
exciting experiences for visitors of all
just opened last year in Gulfport. It has both indoor and outdoor habitats with
Festival, the largest fine arts festival in the state. Or, Crusin’ the Coast that has more than 8,000 classic cars. Well…I think the ‘secret’ is out about Mississippi’s Secret Coast, and it checks all the boxes: great food, great activities, great attractions, and great people - they have it all!
more than 200 species of animals.
Now my favorite - the culinary scene.
This fabulous coastal foodie industry is
booming. One of my personal favorites is Mary Mahoney’s 1737 Old French
House Restaurant. For the past 50 years, presidents, celebrities, and others
have experienced the rich history and legendary cuisine.
And for after dinner, soak up the
atmosphere in one of the charming,
downtown districts that offer vibrant
nightlife scenes. My favorite is Mosaic in downtown Ocean Springs. Or, on a much larger scale, try one of 12
world-class casino resorts that offer headliner entertainment!
In fact, you should check out the monthly festivals and events. One of the most
popular is the Anderson Arts and Crafts
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