Situated on the Vermilion River, the city of Lafayette serves as a great base to explore the region’s swamps and marshes. Whether you’re looking for a guided tour or the chance to paddle your own kayak among the cypress trees, you’ll have a wonderful time with one of these local tour operators.

Champagne’s Swamp Tours

Head northeast from Lafayette on LA-94 to start your trip with Champagne’s Swamp Tours, which launches its excursions from the town of Breaux Bridge. You’ll head out onto the nearby Lake Martin Cypress Island Preserve Swamp, where you can join a guided tour at a reasonable cost. You can also rent your own kayak or canoe to explore the swamp at your own pace.

If you’re interested in an even more exciting adventure, book an airboat swamp tour with the company. Champagne’s airboats can reach areas of the Atchafalaya basin that kayaks and canoes can’t access, affording you an even more exclusive experience.

Cajun Country Swamp Tours

Book a trip with Cajun Country Swamp Tours to explore an incredible cypress/tupelo swamp environment near Breaux Bridge. The company’s tour guides are qualified commercial fishermen with a wealth of outdoor experience, and every tour is undertaken with special care to have as little environmental impact as possible. With a bit of luck, you’ll spot iconic wildlife such as alligators, herons, and egrets.

Your guides will also point out some of the largest moss-covered cypress trees scattered throughout the bayou. Cajun Country’s eco-friendly tours are conducted year-round, so it’s always a good time for an adventure.

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If you appreciate the style and power of a full-size luxury SUV , consider the 2018 Cadillac Escalade, one of the best on the market. This newest model of the popular vehicle is available in four different trims, and each has its own features and price point. Learn more about the distinct characteristics of each trim level to decide which is right for you below.

Standard

Despite its name, there’s nothing standard about the 2018 Cadillac Escalade’s entry-level configuration. This SUV packs a tremendous 6.2-liter V-8 engine under its hood, which gives you access to an incredible 420 horsepower and 460 pounds per foot of torque. The SUV is equipped with Magnetic Ride Control, which is a specialized, intelligent damping system.

You’ll also get to take advantage of other high-tech features, such as automatic parking assistance and surround-vision cameras. Because the Escalade is first and foremost a luxury vehicle, its interior is equipped with 12-way power-operated heated seats and a heated steering wheel. The Standard trim starts at $74,695.

Luxury

Consider the Luxury trim if you’re satisfied with the basic features of the Standard trim but are looking for a few more creature comforts. This second configuration comes with a rear camera mirror, power-operated tilt/slide sunroof, and color heads-up display (HUD). The Luxury trim also offers Cadillac’s Driver Awareness Package, which uses traffic recognition software to determine speed limits, identify potentially imminent collisions, and help you stay in your lane on the road.

The trim also utilizes the manufacturer’s Theft-Deterrent Package, lending an extra sense of security when you must park your vehicle in public places. The Luxury model starts at $80,295.

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If you are looking for a sedan that offers a good balance of performance, style, and features, then you are likely familiar with the Chevrolet Cruze. Chevy developed it some years ago and has been making steady improvements ever since to give you the best possible driving experience. Chevy, like other leading manufacturers, made significant improvements in technology over the past decade. Now, many of those improvements are being added to the 2018 Cruze. Here is a look at four new and exciting features of the 2018 Chevrolet Cruze.

4G LTE Wi-Fi

Traveling often means that you will use up all of your phone data very quickly. Instead of jumping between hotspots, you can get a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot installed in your new Chevy Cruze. That way, you will be able to use your Wi-Fi connection for up to seven devices anywhere you go. The service is provided by ONSTAR, so you won’t have to worry about signal strength.

Turbo-Diesel Engine

If you are looking for more performance out of your Cruze, you can go for the available engine upgrade. You can get the Cruze with a 1.6L Turbo-Diesel Engine, which will give you an impressive 52 mpg (highway). It also produces 240 lb.-ft. of torque, which is good for better acceleration and handling. Overall, you’ll be able to travel over 700 miles on a single tank of gas making the Cruze a good option for city and long-range driving.

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Meet the crossover that’s here to change the crossover game – the first-ever Cadillac XT4. Cadillac’s newest model makes a bold statement that will catch everyone’s eye on the road without having to try. Check out some features to expect in the upcoming Cadillac XT4.

Brand-New Engine

An entirely new 2.0-liter Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine was built from the ground-up just the XT4, packing an impressive amount of power in a compact form. The engine’s horsepower and torque output reaches 237 hp and 258 lb-ft. respectively. The All-new Cadillac XT4 offers a 9-speed automatic transmission FWD and also a dual-clutch transmission with AWD option. So whatever adventure is on your mind, you can trust that the XT4 has the power to get you there!

Sophisticated and Bold Design

Signature design features like the famous Cadillac light blades combined with a fresh sculpted body and exterior lines on the XT4 ensure you’ll never blend into the crowd. A dominating mesh grille makes a confident statement at every turn while the swooping roof commands attention. It may have a brand new look, but it’s still unmistakably a Cadillac!

The XT4 will have 3 trims to choose from: Luxury, Premium Luxury and the range-topping Sport model. Each level has its own unique exterior and model features, such as 18-inch or 20-inch multi-spoke alloy wheels, selectable drive modes, rear and front park assist, power liftgate, and more.

Re-sets Interior Expectations

Beautifully crafted and delightfully bold, the interior of the XT4 is sure to please any driver and passenger. The words ‘spacious’ and ‘backseat’ finally go hand in hand thanks to the class-leading rear leg-room in the all-new XT4. Set the perfect mood for your passengers too with the optional cabin ambient lighting on the Premium Luxury model. Leather seating surfaces and the choice of Carbon-fiber or wood interior décor emphasize the luxury that XT4 brings to the table.

The XT4’s interior also features a Cadillac rotary controller for the 8-inch infotainment system – a first for Cadillac. The infotainment system also has 4G LTE capability to allow access to navigation, news and a your favorite apps. You’ll stay more connected than ever on every drive thanks to easy phone integration with Apple® CarPlay^TM† and AndroidAuto^TM†, a 15-watt wireless charging pad, four USB ports, three 12V outlets and an SD card reader in the center console. The interior of the XT4 was truly crafted with everyone in mind.  

The first-ever Cadillac XT4 will be available in Fall of 2018, and we can’t wait to get them on our lot! Don’t want to wait until Fall to buy? Contact Service Chevrolet Cadillac to learn more about the XT4 and reserve yours today!

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Lafayette’s biggest new car show and sale is just around the corner! The 2018 Lafayette Auto Dealers Association Car Show comes a bit earlier this year, running from May 1^st-5^th, and we hope to see you out there!

The 2018 LADA Car Show will be held again at Cajun Field in Lafayette, and many local dealers representing 25 different manufacturers will bring their inventory of their newest models. This isn’t just any new car sale – it’s massive! Over 2,000 new cars, trucks, and SUVs will be there for purchase!

The first LADA Car Show was held in 1987, and since then has become one of the most successful automotive shows and sales in Louisiana, and is certainly a staple for the Acadiana community. Service Chevrolet Cadillac will be showcasing our new inventory at this year’s event, and we’d love to see you join us!

The LADA Car Show and Sale is a fun and exciting event for any car enthusiast or anyone in the market for a new vehicle! Not only can attendees explore a huge inventory of brand new vehicles, you can also purchase and drive away with any vehicle that is shown at the event that same day.

Not only will all of our latest Chevrolet and Cadillac models be on display, we will also have a dealership tent set-up on-site so we can answer any questions you may have about our models. So gather up your friends and family and mark your calendar for LADA 2018, we can’t wait to see you out there!

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It’s Festival season! The 2018 Festival International de Louisiane is almost here! Are you ready? To say Festival International is an unforgettable event is almost an understatement. After all, it is the largest international music festival in the U.S.! Service Chevrolet Cadillac returns as a Premier Sponsor of the festival, and we’re also sponsoring the Festival International Shuttle and Volunteer Center again for 2018. Keep reading to see why you definitely don’t want to miss Festival International!

Festival International de Louisiane is a non-profit organization that brings an array of unique performers and music artists from around the world to Louisiana each year. Festival International has been held every year in downtown Lafayette, LA, and focuses on Francophone culture and Acadiana as a way to unite Louisiana. The organization is also committed to keeping each year’s Festival free to the general public, so all who wish to come are welcome!

The festival features visual art installments, theater, delicious food vendors, and exhibits along with music artists from over 48 states and 10 countries!  Over a 100 incredible music and artist performances will take place from April 25^th-29^th, with over 300,000 people from around the country expected to attend!

Outside from performances, you can also participate in other activities at the festival like the Courir du Festival Annual 5K run/walk, which provides support to Festival International. If you or someone you know is a musician, there’s also the LIME event, or Louisiana International Music Exchange. This event brings together Louisiana musicians and industry professionals from around the world, and includes music showcases, industry panels & networking.

So what are you waiting for? Grab you friends and family and experience a musical experience of a lifetime – come celebrate at Festival International!

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It’s that time of year again, Chevy Youth Baseball is here! Since 2006, Chevrolet has helped to empower the next generation of major league talent through various youth sports initiatives, including instructional clinics, donating equipment, providing uniforms and more.

As of 2017, 1,559 dealers across the U.S. have participated in the Chevy Youth Baseball program, which has sponsored 1,367 free youth clinics, given 14,047 league enhancements, and donated 136,000 sports kits! Last but not least, an astounding 6.7 million kids have been reached through this program, and this year Chevy strives to reach more than ever!

Service Chevrolet Cadillac has joined forces with the Chevy Youth Baseball program again this year to provide new equipment and 2 FREE instructional clinics to the kids in our community! The clinics will be instructed by former MLB/MiLB players/coaches or instructors from Ripken Baseball. Each clinic breaks up the participants by age group, and then each group rotates through educational stations to learn hitting, fielding, pitching, and more. Special Needs participants of all ages are also welcome to attend!

But that’s not all, we’re also teaming up with the Lafayette Little League Challengers, and you can help support this local team through our Test Drive fundraiser! From now until June 30^th, we will provide $25 for each eligible test drive of a new Chevrolet, up to a maximum of $500! Help us make a big impact on our community, schedule a test drive with us today!

If you know your kids will be interested in the clinics, now is the time to register!

All spots for the clinics are available on a first come, first serve basis. See how to register and secure your spots today, we hope you see you and your family there!

2018 Chevy Youth Baseball Clinics schedule:

Saturday April 28th, 2018                                    Saturday April 29th, 2018

Time: 9:00AM-12:00PM*                                             Time: 1:00PM-4:00PM*

Location: M.L. Tigue Moore Field                               Location: M.L. Tigue Moore Field

121 Reinhardt Drive                                                        121 Reinhardt Drive
Lafayette, LA, 70506                                                      Lafayette, LA, 70506

*Check-in will begin one hour prior to each clinic. A snack will be served immediately following the clinic.

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Lafayette has a thriving nightlife scene with plenty of local gems offering live music, drinks, and good company. Here’s a list of Lafayette venues to help you relax and unwind in the evening.

Blue Moon Saloon & Guesthouse 

Downtown Lafayette’s Blue Moon Saloon & Guesthouse is a top tourist venue, and it’s nominated for a Times of Acadiana Best of 2018 title in two categories: Best Bar and Best Place for Live Music. As the host to several music festivals, local performers, and a weekly Cajun Jam, it’s no wonder this place serves as a premier spot for the best in blues, rock ‘n’ roll, and Louisiana favorites like Cajun, Creole, and zydeco music.

You can also take advantage of the Once In a Blue Moon Special with a $20 bar tab or Thirsty Traveler Special with a $10 bar tab when you book a stay at one of the many on-site guesthouses.

The Wurst Biergarten

This downtown venue is definitely full of activity year-round, and pets are welcome to join in on the fun. It regularly hosts farmers markets, trivia nights, TED events, comedy tours, and even yoga sessions. Plus, every Wednesday at 8 p.m. is Open-Mic Comedy night. The cover fee is only $3 with $2 beer as an additional perk. Speaking of alcohol, the Wurst Biergarten has a diverse drink menu with which to cleanse your palate. Options include Scottish ales, wheat ales, IPAs, pale ales, hard cider, lagers, and stouts.

Legends

Live music events and weekly drink specials make Legends a top venue for an exciting night out. Stop by on Mondays for Happy Hour and throughout the week for specials on domestics, imports, wells, calls, Margaritas, and Bloody Mary’s. Thursdays are for the ladies with half-price drinks, and Fridays and Saturdays offer guests manager specials to sample. If you’re hungry, take a peek at Legends’ food menu, with options like burgers, wraps, sandwiches, salads, and quesadillas up for order.

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Cadillac has manufactured some of the most luxurious models of the 21st century. Each passing year sheds light on new updates and innovations that stand to make these cars better than their predecessors. With that said, here’s a look at four Cadillacs that have undergone big changes for 2018.

Cadillac CT6

If you notice a change in exterior paint options from last year’s CT6 sedan, it’s because Cadillac has decided to axe some of its previous colors like Moonstone Metallic and Dark Emerald Metallic in favor of adding shades like Satin Steel Metallic and Red Horizon Tintcoat.

The interior gets a few updates too, including the 2.6 version of the brand’s trademark CUE infotainment system. You can now utilize CUE Collection to search for and install apps on the system’s touch-screen display. Another added benefit is Teen Driver, which lets you limit things like speed and audio levels while your teen is in the driver’s seat. You’ll also get a report card of your teen’s performance so you can monitor their driving habits. This improved CUE system carries over to the CT6 Plug-In model as well.

Cadillac ATS

Changes to the ATS sedan and coupe are a bit extensive in terms of what gets taken off of the amenity lineup. You won’t have exterior paints like Deep Amethyst Metallic and Bronze Dune Metallic anymore, but you can have Satin Steel Metallic if you don’t mind the extra cost.

The Carbon Black and Black Sport Appearance packages are also gone in 2018, but you do gain the third version of Cadillac’s CUE infotainment system to offset some of these removals. In fact, this impressive bundle offers features such as navigation, a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, smartphone integration, and the CUE Collection app store.

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A classic performance vehicle, the Chevrolet Corvette is a prime example of what a sports coupe/convertible should feel like. It not only showcases a high-end look ideal for the track, but it also impresses with its powerful engine output and luxurious cabin. Here’s everything you need to know about Chevy’s 2018 Corvette lineup.

Stingray

The flashy Stingray knows it’s a natural head-turner wherever it goes. The exterior is adorned with HID headlamps and optional racing stripes for a super sporty appearance. The interior is just as impressive with its modern amenities, including GT bucket seats, a Bose sound system, and a built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.

Under the hood, a 6.2-liter direct-injection V-8 outputs 455 horsepower and 460 pound-feet of torque. These increase by 5 when equipped with an optional performance exhaust or Z51 Performance Package. This bundle includes a performance suspension, Brembo brake rotors, and enhanced cornering ability.

Grand Sport

This vehicle runs with the same V-8 as the Corvette Stingray and reaches 460 horsepower and 465 pound-feet of torque. It accelerates from zero to 60 mph in a mere 3.6 seconds, and it excels in terms of vehicle stability thanks to an electric power steering system and electronic limited-slip differential.

The outside is quite upscale too, with design features such as exclusive front fender badging and Michelin Pilot performance tires surrounding the body. Meanwhile, the interior stands out with aluminum and carbon-fiber upholstery, plus power-adjustable bucket seats and a Chevrolet MyLink infotainment system.

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