Exploring the I-10 Corridor
April, 2018Exploring the I-10 Corridor
April, 2018Fish Mongers,Bats Muffuletta's, and The Alamo
Duration: 10 days, 11 nights
Location: I-10 Corridor
Fuel: $527.79
RV Site Fees: $533.26
Miles Traveled: 1,588
We planned and executed a very ambitious travel itinerary that took us from TN south to the Florida panhandle where we met up with another RV’er, then west to Las Vegas and back to TN. There where numerous stops along the way. I have decided to break the trip up in sections to better cover the details of this trip.
First, up will be the I-10 Corridor starting in Milton, FL and ending in Carlsbad, NM. You will find RV park reviews, favorite foods, and all the sites we took in during our travels below.
The ratings you find below reflect my general overview of the locations we visited for this segment. Being our first-month long trip plus of this nature, we learned a great deal about a month long trip and the pace we that we decided to take.
Fish Mongers,Bats Muffuletta's, and The Alamo
Duration: 10 days, 11 nights
Location: I-10 Corridor
Fuel: $527.79
RV Site Fees: $533.26
Miles Traveled: 1,588
We planned and executed a very ambitious travel itinerary that took us from TN south to the Florida panhandle where we met up with another RV’er, then west to Las Vegas and back to TN. There where numerous stops along the way. I have decided to break the trip up in sections to better cover the details of this trip.
First-month up will be the I-10 Corridor starting in Milton, FL and ending in Carlsbad, NM. You will find RV park reviews, favorite foods, and all the sites we took in during our travels below.
The ratings you find below reflect my general overview of the locations we visited for this segment. Being our first-month long trip plus of this nature, we learned a great deal about a month long trip and the pace we that we decided to take.
- RV Parks 70%
- Activities 80%
- Sight Seeing 90%
- Food 80%
Overview
I loved this segment of what was a month-long trip and in particular, San Antonio and Carlsbad Caverns. I will be the first to admit that New Orleans was not my favorite spot and the likelihood of us returning there is slim. However, if I am in the area for a night, my lunch spot would be The Grocery Store and for dinner bar, none would be Bayona. We did go a little on the foodie side on this trip. We went “upscale”($$$$) when it came to dinning at least one of the nights we were in a city location. There were plenty of reasonably priced and very good food locations. I have identified a few in the Best Foods section. I am an avid cook so we kept expenses down on the off days with a few home-cooked meals. We picked up some fresh grouper, redfish and such at Joe Patti’s and frozen them for the trip. There was a five tent standout RV park on the trip this time. Travelers World RV Park in San Antonio is a must stay. You will find more detail below. As for activities and food they are abundant in each of the destination cities we hit.
RV Parks
Gulf Pines KOA – Milton, FL
Located just off I-10 this location could not have worked out better for our first stop. The staff was great at check in and escort to site. We are in site D3, level, open and had a patio. The patio was busted up but we where able to park close to have a step out to the pad.
Carlsbad KOA Holiday
Let me first say, there was a sever drought in this part of the country. Most of the sites we have stayed at have had very little growing grass. There is grass, but I’m sure the water restrictions or general lack of water is holding these resorts back from keeping these sites green. I have designated this site as a Two Day.
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Best Food & Drink
1. Bayona – $$$$
With inspiration from the Mediterranean, Asia, North Africa, France, Spain, Italy, and all around the United States, you will always find something new and innovative on their daily specials. Featuring Susan Spicer’s favorites over the last 28 years, Bayona’s classics menu continues to delight. Bayona in the heart of French Quarter 430 Dauphine St. New Orleans, LA 70112 (504) 523.4455 MAP
2. Biga On The Banks $$$$
An elegant enclave perched above a quiet bend on the San Antonio River Walk, Biga on the Banks inspires a fiercely loyal following. Chef/Owner Bruce Auden and Perny Shea, Director of Special Events, create a relaxed, come-as-you-are ambiance, offering world-class New American cuisine and expert service. Their wine cellar offers a deep and varied selection of wines to pair brilliantly with their cuisine. Biga on the Banks Overlooking the San Antonio Riverwalk 203 S. St. Mary’s Street San Antonio, Texas 78205 210-225-0722 MAP
3. Joe Patti’s Seafood – Pensacola $$
Joe’s is open 361 days a year and today you’ll find Frank Sr. at the helm. Sammy’s daughter Anna is in the wine shop, Aunt Arnetta is in the front office, great-grandson Michael in receiving and sometimes you’ll see Joey stocking the shrimp display. You’ll always find them here sharing their philosophy with a staff of a 100 plus. 524 South B Street Pensacola, FL 32502 MAP
Honorable Mention
- Scooters Seafood Restaurant – 968 Highway 87, Navarre, FL 32566-1024
- Quick Service Affordable Fresh Seafood. Fried and Grilled Dinners, Sandwiches, and Kids Meals MAP
- Central Grocery and Deli -923 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA 70116 MAP
- The best muffuletta in New Orleans bar none.
- Zinc Bistro and Bar – 207 N Presa St, San Antonio, TX 78205-2635
- Outstanding place for lunch or dinner in downtown San Antonio. Ginny had the Zinc Burger and I choose the Beef Spare Rib sandwich with a German potato salad and pickled cucumber. They both were very good and reasonably priced. Great service, and beverage selection.MAP
- Emerald Isle Seafood – 1260 S Ferdon Blvd, Crestview, FL 32536
- Family-run eatery & market serving straightforward seafood fare such as fish, crab & lobster. MAP