Set your GPS for an unforgettable family excursion any weekend and discover awe-inspiring destinations just a tank away. Explore history. Go behind the scenes. Walk in the footsteps of the famous – or the prehistoric. Enjoy gracious downtowns and wild landscapes. The region’s beauty and heritage await you and adventure is around every corner.
Happy travels from your friends at Mullinax Ford!
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Graceland – Memphis TN:
Step back in time to those glorious days when Elvis was the undisputed King of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Strolling through the mansion and 120-acre grounds, visitors can marvel at the music icon’s jeweled jumpsuits, gold records, and classic cars, plus enjoy a variety of virtual and augmented reality activities. Elvis’ grave is on site.
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Mardi Gras World – New Orleans, LA:
Fuel up on beignets at Café du Monde, then head over to Mardi Gras World to see the imagination and engineering ingenuity necessary to bring The Big Easy’s signature celebration to life. Getting this close to the extravagant floats and props is a treat for the whole family.
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Bryant-Denny Stadium – Tuscaloosa, AL:
Roll Tide! We’re talking football heaven here. Paul “Bear” Bryant and Nick Saban became coaching legends on this field and their stomping ground should be a true bucket-list destination for anyone who calls themselves fans of the sport. Visit in the fall to attend a home game.
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Two Mississippi Museums – Museum of Mississippi History and Mississippi Civil Rights Museum, Jackson, MS:
These interconnected museums, which opened in December 2017 in honor of the state’s bicentennial, explore Mississippi history from prehistoric times through more recent events. Check out the history museum to understand the diverse peoples who made the state what it is today. The Civil Rights Museum focuses on Mississippi’s role in the movement and its impact on the nation and the world.
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Majestic Caverns, Childersburg, AL:
One of the coolest spots in Alabama is Majestic Caverns. That’s because the underground wonderland has a stable temperature of 60 degrees year-round. The Cathedral Room soars 12 stories high and features some of the largest accumulations of marble stalagmites in the nation. The above-ground attractions scored an Oprah endorsement as an ideal family attraction.
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