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Franklin

May 30, 2007
1/2 found this review helpful

Franklin is on Bayou Teche and is a nice place to stay to tour mid-Cajun country. Franklin has a nice historical district, but perhaps the greatest attraction is the B&B in which we stayed-Prevost...more

Best Western Forest Motor Inn

Apr 9, 2004
4/6 found this review helpful

Our family just hosted two family reunions at the Best Western Forest Hotel in Franklin. The accomodations were wonderful. The swimming pool was crystal clear and the staff could not have been more...more

Giggles & Bows, Ltd.

5 of 5 stars
Lafayette, Louisiana
Apr 9, 2004
2/4 found this review helpful

Don't miss Giggles & Bows, Ltd. in Franklin. It is a quaint little gift shop located in a turn of the century gift house on Historic Main Street. It has unique gifts at affordable prices! It is really...more

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