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Hello, I’m Dr. Toby Doré, widely known as The Cajun Traveler. As a University Professor who teaches online, I’m fortunate to have the flexibility to explore the world far more than most. With over 55 countries under my belt, I’ve experienced a range of travel styles—from solo trips to staying in hostels, with friends, and in Airbnbs. My passion for travel also led me to become an Airbnb host myself, and you can check out my properties at Cajun Stays.
What began as casual updates for friends on Facebook turned into a journey of storytelling that inspired me to start this travel blog. Here, you’ll find travel tips, personal stories, vibrant photos, and engaging video shorts capturing the best moments from my adventures. This blog will grow alongside my travels, sharing both past and future adventures as I continue exploring. I hope you enjoy following along and discovering new destinations with me!
— Dr. Toby Doré, The Cajun Traveler
I’d heard of Paragon Casino Resort in Marksville, Louisiana, but I didn’t know what to expect going in. Three days later, I was surprised and not just by one thing. Almost every part of this place caught me off guard. Paragon is owned and operated by the Tunica-Biloxi Tribe of
Live! First Visit Experience Set along the Red River in northwest Louisiana, Live! Casino & Hotel Louisiana brings together contemporary dining, nightlife, gaming, and hospitality under one expansive roof. Designed as both a regional escape and a destination in its own right, the property draws visitors from Louisiana, Texas, Arkansas,
There’s one day in my childhood which I will never forget. It was one of the most anticipated days of my life: the first day of junior high football practice. I was in seventh grade at Opelousas Catholic Junior High School in Opelousas, Louisiana. It was a tradition in my
Talk: TBEX DonegalSpeaker: Luis Peña (@BackpackingLuis) Introduction & Context (TBEX Donegal + Why I Chose This Talk) I’ve now met Luis Peña—better known online as BackpackingLuis—at three different TBEX events: San Sebastián, Puerto Rico, and now Donegal. Each time, what stands out is not just his travel experience, but the
Christiane Njatcha’s blog post outlines strategies for content creators to transition from free perks to paid partnerships. Highlighting her success of earning $85,000 through hotel collaborations, she emphasizes identifying unique value, scalable pricing, professional negotiation, strategic pitching, and leveraging testimonials. Her framework provides a roadmap for building sustainable income.
The blog post offers practical guidance for travel creators on producing professional hotel content, emphasizing essential equipment, shooting techniques, and editing tools. It stresses the importance of storytelling, planning, and maintaining professional etiquette. By delivering high-quality visuals and organized reports, creators can build lasting partnerships with hotel brands and enhance their credibility.
Rock Porch 2025: Content in Nature’s Playground I never expected to find myself in Marion, Wisconsin in late June let alone at a campground with a lagoon, a golf cart, and a pocketful of Buffalo Gold slot machine winnings. But that’s exactly where I ended up, and honestly, I’m glad
The Soul of Travel Blogging Is Human Why AI Shouldn’t Replace It By The Cajun Traveler This year at TBEX Quebec, I attended the talk by Crystal Burt (@ehustlr), titled “Enhance Your Travel Content with AI.” Crystal Burt is a digital entrepreneur and AI educator specializing in AI-generated content creation,
Tribal Gathering rallies people from around the globe to meet on a paradisiac beach in Panama for three weeks. It is themed around Indigenous cultures, and connectivity through music, art and crafts. I was one of these festival goers in March 2025 – but for a seven-day stint. I’ll be
