Visiting Northern Mississippi

From the Western Mississippi River deltas to the Mississippi Hill country, Northern Mississippi greets travelers with beautiful Antebellum style welcome centers along the state line. Towns like Lula, Corinth, in Alcorn County, Tremon,t on Highway 78, and Hernando, on Interstate 55 South, proudly welcome travelers. Visitors get a taste of Mississippi's Southern hospitality and local architecture as soon as they enter the state. Tupelo in Northeastern Mississippi is famous as the birthplace of legendary Elvis Presley. Throngs of fans come to see the modest house where he was born and the museum in his honor. Tunica, about 30 miles south of Memphis, has become a premier gaming destination in the state drawing residents and visitors from the region.

Oxford, in Northern Mississippi, is home to the University of Mississippi or Ole Miss as it is affectionately known. The Ole Miss Rebels and Lady Rebels field 14 sports teams with over 625 student athletes on campus. The Ole Miss Rebel football team, led by head coach Houston Nutt, open the 2010 season with a home game on September 2nd. Come early for Pep Rally featuring The Pride of the South - the Ole Miss Marching Band. With seven home games this season don't miss out on an exciting Rebel's football game. The last scheduled home game is November 27th against Mississippi State.

The 2010 Mississippi Blues Fest is Saturday, October 2nd in Greenwood. Held at the Leflore County Civic Center this is a must see for music fans. With traditional blues performer Jerry Fair and musicians like Ms Jody, LaMorris and Bigg Robb, there will be a range of exciting performances. Come early and enjoy the pre-show tailgate party from noon until showtime. The Best Western Greenwood is perfect for festival goers. Enjoy the show and head back to clean and comfortable accommodations for the night – make it a weekend getaway at the Best Western Greenwood.

Tunica celebrates the 2010 Delta Day Festival on Saturday October 16th. Come out for a good old fashioned family festival complete with an Antique Car show, live entertainment and kid's Tractor Pull. Start the day with the 5K run or walk and get ready for the traditional BBQ and mouthwatering Southern Fried Catfish. Bring family and friends for a fantastic day and great food in downtown Tunica. Visitors, look for the Best Western Tunica Resort, with comfortable accommodations and reasonable prices you can stay for a few days and enjoy the nearby casinos and other attractions.

Halloween and paranormal fans put the 2010 Ghosts and Legends of Columbus tour on you calendar for October 22nd and 23rd. The Columbus Convention and Visitors Bureau takes you on a tour of the city with stops along the way where local actors and historians channel the mysteries and ghosts of the city. A fun and fantastical way to enjoy the city and its history. The Best Western Executive Suites is guaranteed ghost free and has quality amenities for visitors to Columbus.