An EcLeCtIc CaJuN GeTaWaY
The Time of Your Life
LaKe ChArLeS/SoUtHwEsT LoUiSiAnA
For authentic charm, culture, history and delicious Cajun cuisine, you can get your fill in Lake
Charles/Southwest Louisiana. You can experience the great outdoors along the Creole Nature
Trail All-American Road, and later that evening, enjoy casino gaming or a night on the town.
The area is known for casino resorts, with four casino com-
plexes in the area. Golden Nugget Lake Charles and
L’Auberge Casino Resort sit side by side along the waterway,
and feature spas, golf courses, live entertainment, incredible
restaurants and retail outlets in addition to the casino floor.
Delta Downs Racetrack Casino & Hotel has a Texas flair with
restaurants, an event center, and of course, seasonal
horseracing. Also, the Isle of Capri Hotel Casino has a re-
laxed atmosphere with a dancefloor for people wanting to
do the two step or Cajun/Zydeco dancing.
Music, art, and culture are all thriving in Southwest Louisiana.
There are concerts, and a downtown area with all local food
experiences such as jazz brunches on Sundays to a Zydeco
brunch on Saturday. Festivals and events pack the calendar
year round in the area. Several well-known festivals include
Mardi Gras, the Louisiana Pirate Festival, Arts & Crabs Fest
and a myriad of spring, summer and fall festivals all brimming
with live music, food and fun.
Let’s not forget about the food! From jambalaya to gumbo,
crawfish étouffée and the fresh catch of the day, you can
taste Cajun cooking at every turn. Also, travel the South-
west Louisiana Boudin Trail to taste one of Southwest
Louisiana’s favorite finger foods. While you’re in town, you
can also shop at specialty stores for Louisiana products to
bring home to your friends and family. Everyone loves a gift
from Louisiana!
For more information on Lake Charles/Southwest Louisiana,
festivals, attractions, accommodations, restaurants and more,
visit www.visitlakecharles.org/GoodTimes.