THE SOUTH
Planning your visit to Venice, Louisiana
From LAX, Delta and United offer nonstop service, and Continental, Southwest and American offer connecting service (change of plane) to New Orleans. Restricted round-trip fares start at $397.
WHERE TO STAY
Woodland Plantation; 21997 Highway 23, West Pointe a la Hache; (504) 656-9990, www.woodlandplantation.com. Great meals and a historical setting. $120 to $150 a night, double occupancy, including breakfast.
Venice Sportsman's Lodge, Venice Marina; (985) 534.9357, www.venicesportsmanslodge.com. Comfortable and newly remodeled lodging. $175 per person a night, including breakfast, lunch, dinner and open bar.
Cypress Cove Lodge, 235 Cypress Cove Road, Venice; (888) 534-8777, www.cypresscove.net. Prices from $90,double occupancy.
WHERE TO EAT
Riverside Restaurant, 42939 Highway 23, Venice; (985) 534-9254. It's the only sit-down restaurant for miles. Prices range from $4 to $14. Open 11 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.
FISHING GUIDES
Reel Louisiana Adventures, Susan Gros; (504) 329-7335, www.reellouisianaadventures.com.
Reel Shot Guide Services, Brandon Carter; (985) 969-0810, www.rodnreel.com/reelshot.
Super Strike Charters, Damon McKnight; (800) 318-1720, www.superstrikecharters.com.
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