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Music lies at the heart of Cajun Country. Accordion and fiddle notes seep into your pores, spill out from restaurants, swirl through the shops, and even provide the background music for your dreams at night. The Cajun Capital of Lafayette, Louisiana, and the nearby towns of Breaux Bridge and St. Martinville promise a great visit sure to make your weekend sing.

above: Join in the fun at Blue Moon Saloon, part of Blue Moon Guesthouse and Hostel and just across the street from Borden's Ice Cream in Lafayette. The funky patio bar has music and dancing that keeps the joint jumping for hours.