Top 3 Gulf Coast Holiday Destinations

Ring in the Holidays on the Gulf Coast From colorful New Orleans events and Christmas festivities in Gulfport, Mississippi, to gracious Southern holiday traditions in Montgomery, Alabama — the Gulf Coast Area makes an enchanting holiday destination. Delight in Christmas tree lighting ceremonies, and enjoy Christmas concerts and holiday caroling. Whether you’re seeking a big city celebration in New Orleans, or the small town charms of Gulfport and historic elegance of Montgomery — the Gulf Coast Ramada Hotels www.ramadagulfcoast.com provide the perfect place for experiencing top holiday events. New Orleans, Louisiana Celebration in The Oak www.neworleanscitypark.com is one of New Orleans’ most dazzling holiday events. It features a Cajun Village, holiday lights displays, rides and Dinobration, self-guided garden tours and nightly entertainment. The Celebration takes place every night in December from 5:30pm – 10:30 pm in New Orleans City Park. Because no New Orleans celebration would be complete without music, the St. Louis Cathedral hosts free concerts in December to celebrate the holidays. Enjoy carols, classical ensembles, choir performances, and, of course, New Orleans jazz, often from famed local musicians like Irvin Mayfield and Ellis Marsallis. To learn more about these beloved New Orleans holiday concerts, visit goneworleans.about.com/od/music/a/stlouisconsched.htm. Montgomery, Alabama In Montgomery, Alabama, take part in the Old Alabama Town Holiday Celebration - www.oldalabamatown.com. The historic buildings of Old Alabama Town will be decked out in holiday decorations for all to enjoy every day in December, from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Montgomery Ballet's www.montgomeryballet.org "The Nutcracker" has been a family favorite since 1976. After matinee performances, take the kids to “The Sugar Plum Fairy’s Christmas Party,” where they can meet their favorite Nutcracker characters in person. For tradition and grandeur, take the Governor's Mansion Candlelight Tour www.alabama.travel/alabama-attractions/governors_mansion.html to view the historic Alabama Governor’s Mansion in full holiday decorations. Gulfport, Mississippi In Gulfport, Mississippi, make merry at the Annual Christmas on the Bayou www.christmasonthebayou.org/index.html, a delightful lighted boat parade that runs from Gulfport Lake through Bernard Bayou to Big Lake. The Weekend Spectacular & Christmas Parade is a celebration the whole family will adore with music, pony rides, food, a chance to meet with Santa, and special activities created just for the little kids. To learn more, call 228-363-1359. Visit the Annual Singing Christmas Tree at the First Baptist Church in Biloxi www.fbcbiloxi.org to see an amazing performance, which features more than 100 people on a Christmas tree-shaped stage.