Despite the holiday's rich history in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mayor Sam Jones of Mobile, Alabama, says the first Mardi Gras celebration in this country actually took place in his city, and most Mobile natives agree.
St. George Island. Located just off North Florida's Gulf Coast, the 28-mile St. George Island is one of the last inhabited yet unspoiled barrier islands in Florida â and it is a serene and pet-friendly vacation paradise.
The St. George Island Plantation Owners' Association is an award-winning community responsible for preserving the quality of life for our property owners. If you are one of our vacationers or planning to be one, we urge you to visit our Renters page.