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As I was staying in Louisiana, I was driving around and came across this abandoned waterpark on side of the road. Of course I had to stop and make a video for my viewers. Originally, work began on the park roughly back in 2008, and was originally scheduled to open in the summer of 2010. It boasted a 900 foot long lazy river, over 10 slides, a kids area, adult pool, a wave pool, food vendors, and even a hotel was eventually planned to be placed in the area. The park sits on 100 acres, with the water park features spread out across 25 of those acres. The park was having issues with permitting and approval from various departments in the city and state. So it never actually opened. You can see all the photos I took while there on my Unknown Ventures Facebook page. ENJOY!

This post is not sponsored and does not contain any affiliate content. I’ve never been to a city with so much confidence and personality as New Orleans. Think creole cuisine and beignets, bathtubs for flower pots, soulful jazz and the infamous Bourbon Street. There’s really no place like it.

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As I was staying in Lake Charles, LA. I read up on this old historic cemetery. Once I got there it seemed to be forgotten. Established April 8, 1840 Bilbo Cemetery is listed on the National Historic Registry and is the final resting place of the “Father of Lake Charles,” John Jacob Ryan. Although the cemetery appears to be slowly sinking into the lake, it houses around 20 crypts that hold the remains of war veterans dating back to the early 19th-century. There are also a few statues of children located around the cemetery, giving the entire location an extra boost of creepiness. Millennium Statue of Jesus Christ is located in Bilbo Cemetery on North Lakeshore Drive. The 15 ft. bronze statue on an 8 ft. base stands 23 ft. tall over the resting places of Lake Charles’ earliest and most famous settlers. The statue was sculpted by Janie Stine LaCroix, a descendant of Jacob Ryan, Jr., the “Father of Lake Charles,” who is buried in Bilbo.

Disclaimer:The author does not claim to be an expert in the field, but the article is based on credible sources. In general terms, Poverty is described as the "inability to obtain basic necessities such as food, clothes, and shelter". According to the United States Census Bureau, the national poverty rate was 11.4 percent in 2020, marking the first annual rise after five years of declines.

New Orleans has been known worldwide as one of the premier locations for great food, unique culture, and having a fun time. Unfortunately, the Crescent City is on track to becoming one of the deadliest cities in America per capita.

Top New Orleans Parish District Attorney Jason Williams is facing federal charges for $200,000 in tax fraud. The former top prosecutor's trial officially began with jury selection on Monday, July 18.

The abandoned power plant in New Orleans is home to many of the city's homeless population which is ever growing during the current economy. Many have gathered in the abandoned power plant to turn it into a makeshift home including a community shower.

The Abandoned Naval Base in New Orleans has been used for a long time as a hang out, and even a home for some of the areas homeless population, drug addicts and those looking for scrap metal. The surrounding community is hoping that the city will put a stop the the illegal activities that take place on this huge abandoned property.

The Old Holy Cross School in New Orleans has been left to decay since Hurricane Katrina left it in near ruins in 2005.

If you want to try some amazing Louisiana fried and cajun food, head to Billy's. There are four locations across the state serving fantastic foods such as boudin and cracklin plus much more! You can also grab some fresh or frozen meat to take home and cook on your own. Definitely give this restaurant and store a look when in Louisiana. If you have any questions, you can always reach us on Instagram: Jason’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jason_takacs">https://www.instagram.com/jason_takacs</a>/ Alison’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alison.takacs">https://www.instagram.com/alison.takacs</a>/

Even English-speaking visitors will have to learn some New Orleans yatspeak and slang to understand everything they hear in the city. I was constantly delighted by the new words and usage I heard during my month’s stay. Despite speaking “English,” between the various colorful dialects and the words I’d never heard before, I was constantly trying to figure out what I’d just heard and what did it mean?

Recently, a dangerous species of worm called hammerhead worm was found in Louisiana. Hammerhead worms have spread across the country due to soil circulation, mainly in greenhouse production, and they have recently been discovered in multiple Louisiana counties.

Frog legsPhoto by MOs810; Wikimedia Commons; CC-BY-SA-4.0 Frog legs may mostly be known as a French delicacy but the U.S. isn't far behind. After France, the U.S. comes closest to having the record for the most frog leg consumption.

As he was driving home, a man suddenly noticed a tiny kitten on the side of the road. He slowed down and eventually stopped. He meant to help the kitten, who looked lost and lonely, and he just couldn't go home and think he had left him back there.

Louisiana is often thought of as a cultural melting pot, and with good reason. The state is home to a diverse array of cultures, all of which are represented in its food, music, and architecture. Cajun and Creole cultures, in particular, have had a significant impact on the state, and can be seen in everything from the way people speak to the food that they eat.

Being in New Orleans during Mardi Gras is a rare thing. So not many get to experience the exceptional and unique experience of a Mardi Gras parade. Floats at Mardi Gras World are not like floats you’ve ever seen before. If you grew up anywhere else in the world as I did, your idea of a parade float probably involves paper or plastic-colored flowers shaped into semi-recognizable figures made by high school students.

In New Orleans, it only takes about 30 minutes to get into a swamp. I went to Jean Lafitte National Park and reserve because it is the biggest. They do great work to preserve the various sections from environmental and human deterioration.

There are several plantation houses within about an hour’s drive from the city, and a few offer tours of the homes and enlightening history lessons. I never pass up an opportunity to explore beautiful architecture and history, so off I went.

Louisiana is best known for its bigger cities like New Orleans and Baton Rouge, but its smaller towns are just as cool. The state's rich history and culture are on display in these towns, as well as a laid-back atmosphere.