6 Things to Consider Before Taking Your Boom or Bust Byway Road Trip
From my personal experience, the Boom or Bust Byway is the ultimate getaway. I travel the byway to get away from the city’s commotion, everyday routine, and modern day struggles…
Visitors Traveled from Arizona, Florida, and Missouri to Attend the Sunflower Trail and Festival, and This is Why
In the summer months, the sun rays are more distinct, the birds sing a bit louder, and Highway 3049 north transforms into a path of golden blossoms. It is the…
What Type of Crawfish Lover Are You, Traditional or “Lackadaisical?”
I firmly believe that crawfish lovers can be separated into two basic categories, traditional and “lackadaisical.” The traditional crawfish lover enjoys the repeated pinch, twist and peel action and devouring…
Cast Your Worries Away on Caddo Lake with Allen’s Guide and Tour Service
Caddo Lake is the largest lake in north Louisiana with more than 25 acres of water sitting on the Louisiana/Texas border. It’s speckled with Louisiana’s well-recognized Spanish moss trees and…
Learn Why the Louisiana Redbud Festival is One of My Favorite Events on the Byway
Vivian is a central location in the Ark-La-Tex region sitting only 40 minutes outside of Shreveport-Bossier, Louisiana; 50 minutes outside of Texarkana, Texas; and a little over an hour outside…
Reserve an Exclusive, Romantic Dinner in Belcher for Valentine’s Day
About 25 minutes outside of Shreveport-Bossier, lies Belcher. Belcher is one of the smallest towns on the Boom or Bust Byway with a long history of crop development and an…
Uncle Henry’s Smokehouse BBQ is a Back-road Paradise for Barbecue Lovers
Benton is a small, conservative town on the outskirts of Bossier City, but still thriving prominently within their own city limits while also delivering that tranquil outdoor experience on the…
Spend a Weekend in Vivian for Christmas
Each year, the Boom or Bust Byway offers its visitors the ultimate, free Christmas experience. On the first weekend in December, the byway kicks off the holiday season in Vivian…
Warm Up with Holiday Flavors at Cool Beans Coffee Shop
Close your eyes. Imagine walking into a cool spot decorated with crafty, antique and rustic pieces of furniture. The colorful atmosphere promotes a sense of relaxation and hominess. The subtle…
Four Free Summer Festivals Along the Byway
Summertime is inarguably my favorite time to road-trip the Boom or Bust Byway. As an avid festival attendee, my summer isn’t complete without the Gusher Days Festival, Sunflower Trail and…