5 Adventures in a Day’s Drive
BY AMANDA MILLER PHOTO BY KLEINPETER PHOTOGRAPHY 2024–25 COVER KID DAVID A.
S ummer’s here, and it’s time to hit the road for a family adventure. Pack the kiddos’ favorite snacks (don’t forget your favorites, too!) and set off on a vaca- tion that is close to home. We’ve compiled a list of some of the best quick trips, packed with family-friendly activities and deli- cious eats for exciting weekend retreats.
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dishes, try Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Restaurant , Mary Mahoney’s , and The Reef Biloxi . Pop's Pizzeria , The Toast- ed Yolk Cafe , and Sweet Shack are also must-visits! When it’s time to rest, Biloxi offers a wide selection of accommodations, wheth- er you prefer camping, a bed and breakfast, or hotel.
Kick off your shoes, put your feet in the sand, and explore 62 miles of scenic shoreline. Don’t forget the sunscreen! When everyone is done soaking up the sun, venture indoors to one of the many museums that call Biloxi home. Snag a Coastal Mississippi Attractions Pass for the crew to build an itinerary full of fun. Passes provide one-, two-, or three-day entry to the Biloxi Lighthouse , Coastal Mississippi Mardi Gras Museum , INFINITY Science Center , Lynn Meadows Discovery Center , Mississippi Aviation Heritage Museum , TrainTastic , and more. Sun and fun will surely work up an appe- tite, and in Biloxi, there’s plenty to choose from. Many restaurants are located within the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino and Beau Rivage Resort & Casino , but there are oth- ers offering a different experience too. For a family-friendly menu, check out Aztecas Restaurant & Cantina . For coastal-inspired
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