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Bourbon-Infused Weekend in Louisville

There's something you need to know about Louisville. It is the weekend trip you've been looking for. Think cocktails (of the bourbon variety), tons of art, great food, and chic shops.

Posted by Erica Duecy on May 30, 2013 at 11:34:33 AM EDT in Trip Ideas, Wine & Cocktails Tagged: Louisville,
A Local's Guide to the Kentucky Derby

You may have your hat packed and mint juleps on the mind, but there's more to doing the epic Kentucky Derby right. We turned to a few Louisville locals and got their hard-won secrets.

Posted by Dana McMahan on April 26, 2013 at 8:58:53 AM EDT in Events, Travel Tips Tagged: Horse Racing, Events, Festivals
Just Back From: The First Annual Bourbon Classic

We're still recovering from the first annual Bourbon Classic in Louisville that took us on distillery tours, to bourbon and food pairing events, and into geeky bourbon workshops. The first of many, we hope.

Posted by Dana McMahan on March 27, 2013 at 4:36:00 PM EDT in Events, Wine & Cocktails Tagged: Louisville, Events, Festivals
American Wines from Unexpected Places

No disrespect to the wondrous destination that is California wine country, but we think it's high time to shed light on the rest of the country's wine regions, from Arizona to, yes, even Kentucky.

Posted by Kristan Schiller on March 08, 2013 at 5:02:16 PM EST in Wine & Cocktails, Trip Ideas Tagged: Wine, Winery, Arizona, Texas,
5 Reasons to Visit Louisville Now

Let's be honest: even if all five reasons were bourbon, it would still be worth it. But really, Louisville has so much more to offer than just the Derby. Here are our top reasons why.

Posted by Dana McMahan on March 04, 2013 at 8:50:23 AM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Louisville, Bars, Restaurants
Churchill Downs to Build Exclusive "Mansion"

Churchill Downs has announced an ultra-exclusive space on the sixth floor of the Clubhouse that will be invitation-only for both the Derby and the Oaks. They're calling it the Mansion.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on August 02, 2012 at 11:00:23 AM EDT in News, Events Tagged: News
America's Best Summer Food Festivals

From garlic to lobster and from Maine to California, there are endless food (and drink) festivals throughout the summer that celebrate the bounty of this delicious season. Here are our top picks.

Posted by Adam Erace on July 23, 2012 at 5:17:06 PM EDT in Events, Wine & Cocktails, Restaurants Tagged: Food, Festivals, Summer, Oregon, Maine, California, Philadelphia, Cocktails, New Orleans, Atlantic City, Chicago
America's Best Roadside Attractions

No matter which way the road takes you, this country is filled with quirky, historic, and hilarious roadside stops. From circus museums to a giant T-Rex watching you golf, here are some of our favorites.

Posted by Blane Bachelor on July 16, 2012 at 3:04:27 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Family, Trip Ideas Tagged: Car Travel, Road Trips, United States, California, Arizona, Wisconsin, Museums, Tennessee, Illinois
Tour Churchill Downs VIP-Style During the Derby

Churchill Downs, historic host track of the Kentucky Derby, is offering lots of new ways to soak up the thrill of sports' greatest two minutes this year.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on May 03, 2012 at 5:36:54 PM EDT in Deals, Trip Ideas Tagged: Events
The Hyatt Regency's Pricey Renovation, and Other Reasons to Visit Louisville

The Hyatt Regency Louisville just completed a $5.8 million renovation. And that's not the only reason to hit Louisville—it's one of our favorite, unexpected foodie and art destinations.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on April 25, 2012 at 3:04:55 PM EDT in Hotels, News Tagged: Hotels