Download or read book Weekend Getaways in Mississippi written by Baldwin, Jack and published by Pelican Publishing. This book was released on with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This guide book sparks enthusiasm and interest in our state. The reader may want to throw together an overnight bag, tuck in this book under his arm or in a backpack, and head out for what is sure to be a most interesting and entertaining weekend getaway." --The Mississippi Press Mississippi is known for its blues and barbecue, but there are hundreds of other attractions in the state, all within easy reach of the traveler with only a weekend to spare. The Baldwins outline several weekend trips designed for a wide variety of travelers from singles to couples, and families to retirees, all just a short drive from major cities in or near Mississippi. Weekend Getaways in Mississippi includes all the information you need to get to events like the Eudora Welty Film Festival in Jackson, attractions like Tennessee Williams' birthplace in Corinth, or the best spots for blues and barbecue, like the Delta Blues Museum or Abe's Blues and Bar-B-Q in Clarksdale. Getaways include the historic state capital, Gulf Coast beaches, and much more. Specific entries for hotels, restaurants, and attractions list addresses, phone numbers, and instructions for getting there. Let them guide you in your travels. You may discover some hidden treasures of your own along the way.