Originally Posted by
Chalkie
This "surface sector" is taking place over ten days or so. We're meeting a NZ friend who expressed a desire to spend an important decadal birthday at Dollywood, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Do not ask why a sensible New Zealander would wish for such an outlandish thing. But who can deny a birthday wish? After Dollywood, we're going to Nashville, Memphis, Jackson, Hattiesburg and New Orleans. A "taste of the South" tour, as it were.
Sounds like a nice route. Enjoy. I've been to NOLA many times and love it. Some great musical destinations - there is no shortage of people here with opinions on food, entertainment and hotels if you need recs....