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New Orleans & The South

Kentucky Holidays

Bourbon, Horses, History and so much more

Kentucky is the “front porch” to the South, welcoming visitors with Southern hospitality. Home to the Horse Capital of the World and the maker of 95% of the world's Bourbon, it boasts the longest cave system in the world (Mammoth Cave National Park) and is the birthplace of Abraham Lincoln, Muhammad Ali and Bill Monroe (the Father of Bluegrass Music).

Luxury Holidays in Kentucky

While horses, bourbon and bluegrass music are Kentucky’s signatures, the Bluegrass state also offers the finest in dining, arts, entertainment, history and thrilling outdoor adventure to make any visit complete. Kentucky hosts large music festivals as well as food festivals. World renowned chefs and artists live and ply their trade here and Kentucky's outdoor adventures are spectacular and unforgettable. Experience the taste, sounds and sights of this amazing state and immerse yourself in its rich heritage and diverse culture.

Great reasons to visit Kentucky

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is bordered by seven states: Indiana, Ohio, West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, Missouri and Illinois. The Ohio River flows 664 miles along the northern and western borders of the state. The position of Kentucky makes the Bluegrass state a perfect place to start your self-drive holidays, whether you want to explore the southern states or venture north. Kentucky boasts nine defined regions, offering exciting and unforgettable experiences. Here you’ll find lakes, rivers, waterfalls, caves, forests, mountains and rolling fields of bluegrass dotted with horse farms and bourbon distilleries. You’ll also find exciting cities, rich culinary traditions and more outdoor adventures than you can possibly squeeze into one trip.

Interesting facts about Kentucky

Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky is home to the world's longest cave and was first promoted in 1816, making it the second oldest tourist attraction in the United States. Niagara Falls, New York is first.
The first Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurant owned and operated by Colonel Sanders is located in Corbin.
Kentucky is the state where both Abraham Lincoln, President of the Union, and Jefferson Davis, President of the Confederacy, were born. They were born less than one hundred miles and one year apart.
Kentucky is the source of 95% of the world’s bourbon. In Kentucky there are more barrels of bourbon than there are people.
Cumberland Waterfall is the only waterfall in the world to regularly display a Moonbow. It is located just southwest of Corbin.
The Kentucky Derby is the oldest continuously held horse race in the country. It is held at Churchill Downs in Louisville on the first Saturday in May.

Weather in Kentucky

Kentucky enjoys mild summers and moderately cold winters because of its central U.S. location, so any month is a great month to travel to Kentucky. The state experiences all four distinct seasons. Spring and autumn are periods of pleasantly warm days and cool nights.