When it comes to spring break traditions, even A-listers like Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton lean into the South’s signature mix of adventure and relaxation. The power couple recently traded Hollywood glitz for the rustic charm of Missouri’s Ozark Mountains, treating sons Zuma and Apollo to a stay at the legendary Big Cedar Lodge—a 4,600-acre wilderness resort that’s become the ultimate Southern family escape.
Stefani’s Instagram Reel, set to their romantic duet “Purple Irises,” showcased stone cottages, cave golf-cart tours, and lush landscapes at the Ridgedale retreat originally built as a Bass Pro Shops fishing camp. “Such an unforgettable time… The flowers, the food, the family memories,” the No Doubt singer captioned the clip, featuring a hand-painted welcome sign for “B, G, Z, and A” (notably missing eldest son Kingston).
Founded by conservationist Johnny Morris, this all-inclusive paradise offers something for everyone
Adventure seekers, Nature lovers,Music fans: Nightly live performances at Buzzard Bar (perfect for Shelton’s country roots)
With its grand stone fireplaces and Southern porch swings, Big Cedar Lodge proves even global stars crave that down-home magic. As Stefani put it: “Thank you for making it all so special
