New Orleans

Go 4th on the River New Orleans Fireworks Display was Amazing!

No city throws a party like New Orleans! And this year’s 26th annual July 4th celebration, Go 4th on the River, did not disappoint. My first time attending, I can easily see why it is ranked the 5th “must see” fireworks display in t… Read More »

New Orleans Recipes For Spring

It’s spring time here in New Orleans. Besides an occasional rain fall of epic proportions like yesterday, spring means perfectly sunny weather with mild temperatures and a winning combination for outdoor activities like crawfish boils, Strawber… Read More »

Why the Saints are Synonymous with New Orleans

  Passion runs deep in New Orleans, but few deeper than the love we have for the Saints. That’s right—when it comes to our team Who Dat Nation is all business and plenty of play! Our love affair began when Saints joined the… Read More »

New Orleans Gets Shoutout at Tony Awards

With its rich musical and theatrical history, it’s no surprise New Orleans had a prominent place in this year’s Tony Awards –three top stars  of the night claim ties to the Big Easy. First on our list is Michael Cerveris, wh… Read More »

3 Ways to Keep Your Cool This Summer

Keeping cool in the New Orleans heat and humidity can be a challenge. But if you’re visiting the Big Easy this summer, don’t worry –there are there are plenty of things to do and see while you beat the heat.  Here are a few of … Read More »

Free, cheap things to do outside the French Quarter

Traveling to any big city can be expensive, but it doesn’t have to be. New Orleans in particular has a lot of free or cheap entertainment options if you know where to look. While there are plenty of free things to do in the French Quarte… Read More »

New Orleans Like A Tourist

New Orleans Things To Do Some travelers turn up their noses to anything deemed "touristy," but if the do that in New Orleans, then they will probably miss out on a lot. Sure, it's great to see New Orleans like the locals do. But even l… Read More »

10 Classic New Orleans Songs

Talkin' 'bout Hey now / Hey now Iko iko an nay Jockomo feena ah na nay / Jockomo feena nay Music flows down every avenue in New Orleans from Bourbon Street to Esplanade. On any given corner, venue or stadium you can hear… Read More »

Navigating New Orleans: Things to Do November 10- 16

From cheering on your favorite New Orleans teams to enjoying traditional New Orleans jazz, there is plenty happening this week in the Big Easy!    Bon Operatit: Wednesday, November 12 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Ladies, do wine … Read More »

We Salute You: Veterans Day Deals

Happy Veterans Day to all of the brave men and women who have served our great country! Words cannot express the gratitude we have for everything you have done and will continue to do to ensure we enjoy safety and freedom!    Many… Read More »