DEEP SOUTH USA BROCHURE

Discover the authentic heart of America with Deep South USA, the official UK guide to the four remarkable Southern states of Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee. Awash with history, music, culture and Southern hospitality, this region is unlike anywhere else in America — a road trip waiting to happen, with a playlist that is incomparable and endless.

From the beaches of the Gulf Coast to the peaks of the Appalachian Mountains, the sheer variety of the Deep South will surprise and enthral both seasoned and first-time visitors. You're only a song away from authentic adventures for music fans, history buffs and lovers of down-home cooking. Cruise along scenic highways and back roads, soaking up a rich blend of rock 'n' roll, Cajun, jazz, country, blues and gospel that eases you into a true Southern state of mind.

This comprehensive brochure highlights the must-sees of each state, with mini maps, themed driving itineraries and practical travel advice covering road travel, welcome centres, weather, insurance and tipping. It also suggests overnight accommodation, from signature hotels to one-of-a-kind authentic stays, so you can plan a truly memorable holiday of a lifetime.

Explore Tennessee's legendary musical heritage at Graceland, the Grand Ole Opry and the Ryman Auditorium, or step into the Great Smoky Mountain National Park with over 850 miles of hiking trails. Follow the Mississippi Blues Trail, visit Elvis Presley's birthplace in Tupelo, and tour historic antebellum homes in Natchez. In Alabama, walk 32 miles of white-sand Gulf Coast beaches, discover the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, or trace the Civil Rights story in Montgomery and Selma. And in Louisiana, lose yourself in New Orleans' French Quarter, explore the bayous by airboat and savour gumbo, étouffée and the finest seafood in the world.

• Four distinct states — Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi and Tennessee
• Music heritage — blues, country, jazz, Cajun, gospel and rock 'n' roll
• Civil Rights history — powerful museums, trails and landmark sites
• Southern cuisine — from fine dining to beachfront seafood shacks and BBQ
• Great outdoors — national parks, beaches, golf, rivers and wildlife
• Themed driving itineraries and recommended places to stay

Driving through the Deep South could not be a more hospitable experience. There is such a relaxed feel and locals are only too pleased to help, whether giving directions to a local music venue or serving a sumptuous Southern dish. Themed itineraries can be followed individually or combined to showcase this remarkable and fascinating region, whether your passion is history and heritage, music, culture, cuisine, festivals or the great outdoors.

With more than 100 UK tour operators offering tours and packages, and non-stop flights from the UK to gateway cities including Atlanta, New Orleans and Nashville, planning your Southern adventure has never been easier (it's easy to take a connecting flight into any of the four states). Request the Deep South USA brochure today and start dreaming of your ultimate American road trip. Y'all come on!