Sedan vs. SUV: Which One is Right for You?
The increasingly popular SUV vs the classic, stylish sedan — choosing between them is more difficult than ever. To make the decision, you should do a little research. Think about what your lifestyle requires from a vehicle and what your personal style is. Do you want higher fuel efficiency or more cabin room?
These talking points will help you make the decision:
Passenger and Cargo Space
The biggest selling point for SUVs is increased interior room. Simply put, you can fit more people and cargo into an SUV. For instance, the 2020 Escalade can sit up to eight passengers and has up to 94.2 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats folded down.
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For true sweet tooth sufferers, nothing hits the spot like great, homemade fudge. For those living in or traveling through the Lafayette, Louisiana, area, you’re in luck. There are plenty of places around town that know what they’re doing when it comes to this classic dessert.
Here are a few of our favorite places in the area where you can satisfy your fudge cravings:
1. Candyland Cottage & Ice Cream Shoppe
If you’re looking for fantastic homemade fudge, head over to Candyland Cottage & Ice Cream Shoppe. It’s well-known in the area for its great selection of fudge. Full of year-round staples, as well as holiday and seasonal items, Candyland makes over 75 different kinds of fudge.
Read the rest of this entry »5 Must-Try Restaurants in Lafayette, LA
Lafayette, Louisiana, is home to a number of great restaurants that can satisfy any food craving you might have. Whether you’re looking for the freshest seafood around or some authentic Cajun flavors, you know you’ll savor a great meal when you check out these must-try restaurants in Lafayette.
1. Bon Temps Grill
Bon Temps Grill offers a delicious selection of hearty Cajun and Creole cuisine in a relaxed and down-to-earth atmosphere. When you stop by to eat, consider starting your meal with the signature creamy béchamel crab cake. For the main course, one of the most popular menu items is the crawfish pot pie, which is a homemade pie crust stuffed with the restaurant’s famous crawfish etouffee. Another great option is the mesquite-grilled meatloaf that’s served over a bed of red hot potatoes.
Read the rest of this entry »Meet the Luxurious 2019 Cadillac XT4
The 2019 Cadillac XT4 is a sophisticated crossover SUV that has an abundance of conveniences and technology features. If you’ve been searching for a new Cadillac that provides plenty of luxurious features in one stylish vehicle, take a look at everything the 2019 XT4 has to offer.
Bold Exterior Looks
The outside of the 2019 Cadillac XT4 has smooth lines and sharp angles that help make it stand out on the road. To make a statement and help you see and be seen, the XT4 comes standard with LED headlights, taillights, and daytime running lights. For added convenience, you’ll also enjoy standard features that include automatic headlights, tinted rear glass, and heated and power-adjustable side mirrors. Plus, if you go up in trim levels, you can take advantage of available features that include auto-dimming and power-folding side mirrors, a power liftgate, and rain-sensing windshield wipers.
Read the rest of this entry »Have Some Summer Fun in Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana, offers entertaining and exciting activities throughout the year, but it’s especially enjoyable during summer. Whether you live in the area or you’re just visiting, if you’re searching for some fun things to enjoy this summer, be sure to check out a few of these top options.
LARC’s Acadian Village
LARC’s Acadian Village is an open-air museum that showcases what Acadian life was like in southwest Louisiana during the 19th century. If you’re looking for something the entire family will enjoy, stop by the park to take a tour of the village. Some of the buildings you’ll see include a replica blacksmith shop and Doctor Salles’ House, which belonged to the first dentist in the area. The park also has special events happening during the summer. The Pop Up Summer Camp is open to children between the ages of 7 and 9 and offers educational science activities.
Read the rest of this entry »5 Extraordinary Features of the 2019 Cadillac CTS
The 2019 Cadillac CTS is a stunning sedan that offers incredible good looks and outstanding features throughout. If you’re interested in a vehicle that provides a remarkable driving experience and some of the best luxuries available, take a look at everything the 2019 CTS has to offer.
1. Sophisticated Exterior
The outside of the 2019 Cadillac CTS offers clean and sculpted lines that help create some head-turning good looks. To add to the vehicle’s style, the CTS comes standard with 17-inch painted alloy wheels, heated and power-adjustable side mirrors with integrated turn signal indicators, and LED daytime running lights. Both you and your passengers will appreciate the available UltraView power sunroof, which spans the front and rear seats. Other outstanding features available on the CTS include rain-sensing windshield wipers, IntelliBeam automatic headlights, and auto-dimming side mirrors.
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The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V is a nimble coupe that is just as comfortable racing down the track as it is being a daily commuter. The vehicle screams of luxury, both inside and out and has a powerful engine that goes from 0 to 60 miles per hour in just 3.8 seconds. With a powerful engine, high-tech equipment, and luxurious appointments, the ATS-V is a ride that makes any drive even better.
Power and Performance
The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V is a two-door coupe that has sleek lines and an aerodynamic design that give it a classy, yet aggressive style. A front scoop and black grille add sporty design elements that complete the look.
The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V has a 2.6-liter twin turbo V-6 engine under the hood that is paired to a six-speed manual transmission. Also available is an eight-speed automatic transmission with magnesium paddle shifters. The engine cranks out an impressive 464 horsepower and 445 pound-feet of torque. The engine has a number of tech features that make for a smooth and comfortable ride, including active rev matching, no-lift shift, launch control, magnetic ride control, electronic limited-slip differential, a ZF Premium steering system, and a carbon-five aero performance package. A performance traction management system helps the ATS-V handle sharp corners with ease.
The ATS-V rides on v-forged 18-inch premium painted alloy wheels as standard equipment. If you prefer, 18-inch polished face forged alloy wheels or 18-inch After Midnight dark finish forged alloy wheels are available as well. Front and rear Brembo performance brakes make sure you stop when and where you want. Driver selectable modes allow you to choose the best mode for the driving conditions.
Luxurious Interior
The seating inside the Cadillac ATS-V was handcrafted cut-and-sewn and the driver and front-passenger seats are heated and 12-way power adjustable. RECARO performance seating and a suede microfiber steering wheel and shifter are optional. Treat passengers to amazing views of the stars with the UltraView power sunroof, which is also optional on the ATS-V.
Read the rest of this entry »3 Amazing Local Things to Do Around Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana, is known as the heart of the state’s Cajun and Creole Country. With delicious food, a rich history, and a thriving cultural scene, the city is ripe with amazing sights both indoors and outdoors. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or live in Lafayette, be sure to check out these amazing spots the city has to offer for a day of fun.
1. Step Back in Time
Get a true sense of Lafayette’s history by visiting Vermilionville, a Cajun and Creole living history museum. The museum features period buildings, including seven original buildings that were moved to the site and restored. Explore the flora and fauna exhibits and watch demonstrations concerning the state’s weather. Take a self-guided tour of the grounds and soak up the knowledge from local historians located throughout the buildings.
At Larc’s Acadian Village, you’ll find 11 structures from the early 1800s, such as Doctor Salles’ House, the Billeaud House, and a Blacksmith Shop. Step inside the Doctor’s Museum to see a collection of medical and dental instruments, period furnishings, and medical books dated from the late 19th century. Guided tours are available.
Read the rest of this entry »All About the Upcoming 2020 Cadillac CT5
The 2020 Cadillac CT5 is a new mid-size luxury sedan coming from Cadillac and replaces the CTS and ATS. The luxury mid-size sedan will be available in three trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport. Combining power, performance, high tech, and plenty of luxury, the CT5 is a piece of art that you will enjoy driving or even just eyeing. The 2020 Cadillac CT5 is truly a treat for the senses.
Plenty of Power
The 2020 CT5 is powered by either a high-tech 2.0-liter twin-scroll turbocharged four-cylinder engine or a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V-6. Both engines are paired to a 10-speed automatic transmission. The 2.0-liter engine gets 237 horsepower, while the 3.0-liter engine cranks out 335 horsepower.
The Sport trim level includes Brembo performance front brakes. The CT5 will feature a futuristic option for those wishing to kick it to the next level – Super Cruise. This Level 2 autonomous driving feature will steer, brake, and accelerate your vehicle without driver input.
Aggressive Exterior
The CT5 has an aggressive style and artistic appearance with a low and wide performance stance, fastback profile, and deep creases that run up the hood. All three models come standard with LED headlights and tail lamps. Opt for the Sport trim level and you’ll get sport grilles, fascias, rockers, and spoiler. Memory outside mirrors and auto-dimming mirrors are found on the Premium Luxury model.
Read the rest of this entry »3 Fun Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors in Lafayette
1. Paddling and Bird Watching
Surround yourself with nature at the Cypress Island Nature Preserve at Lake Martin. The lake features a swampy ecosystem that supports colonial nesting water birds, alligators, nutria, turtles, frogs, snakes, lizards, and native flora and fauna.
Lake Martin is an excellent spot for bird watching as it’s one of the state’s largest nesting colonies for a number of species. Be on the lookout for great blue heron, anhinga, snowy egret, black-crowned night heron, and more. The lake is also home to a large nesting population of alligators. You can typically spot the alligators from Rookery Road, which runs along the lake’s shoreline.
Bring your kayak and paddle around the lake to catch a glimpse of the animals that call the lake home. If you prefer to stay on dry land, take a stroll around the lake or head to the visitor’s center to check out the boardwalk that is over the swamp.
2. Watch the Wildlife
Made of 860,000 acres of swamp, water prairies, and lakes, the Atchafalaya Basin is the largest river-basin swamp. The basin cuts a 15-mile-wide path across the state and is teeming with wildlife, making it the perfect spot for a day in a natural ‘zoo’. It is home to more than 300 species of birds. During the winter, you’ll find the country’s largest wintering population of American woodcock, along with wintering ducks and coots. The Floodway is home to more than 50,000 ibises, egrets, and herons, as well as the largest nesting concentration of bald eagles in the south central portion of the United States.
The basin isn’t just home to birds, as more than 90 species of crawfish, fish, shrimp, and crabs can be found in the waters as well. Additionally, you’ll find the American alligator and 65 species of amphibians and reptiles.
3. Hiking and Boating
Pack a picnic and go for a hike at Lake Fausse Point State Park in St. Martinville, about 16 miles southeast of Lafayette. The park it situated on 6,0000 acres that were once part of the Atchafalaya Basin and is surrounded by land that was once the home of the Chitimacha Indians. Bring your boat and launch it from one of the ramps to explore the waterways and pitch your tent for a night under the stars. The park also features a nature center with fun and entertaining programs and activities that teach the family about the environment. Take a hike down one of three hiking trails to get a close-up view of the wildlife and fauna. Tours are offered of nearby historic sites, such as Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site.
Head outside to explore the natural beauty of Lafayette and the surrounding area. With so much to do, the hardest part will be trying to decide what to enjoy first.
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