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October 2013 things to do

September flew by and with it, the hot weather. Finally, the cooler weather is starting to settle in and that means the festivals are back in a big way. Weather you love music or food, New Orleans has a festival that I’m sure you’ll love. Of course, October also means Halloween, and New Orleans knows a thing or two about making this spooky holiday an unforgettable time of year. Festivals… Read More »

Steamboat Stomp: The Jazz Festival that Floats

Good news for jazz enthusiasts – New Orleans is about to be home to yet another jazz festival. Except this one floats. Many great jazz musicians, including Louis Armstrong and Fate Marable, got their start playing on riverboats traveling from New Orleans to cities like St. Louis and Memphis. To celebrate that history and the cultural significance of jazz on the Mississippi River, the New Orleans Steamboat Company announced its… Read More »

Ditch the men. This NOLA trip is for girls only

No kids. No men. No parents. No stress. That’s what a girlfriends getaway is all about. New Orleans is one of the best places for girls just to be girls, but we frequently get asked for recommendations on what to do in the city on a girlfriend getaway. Our answers vary depending on what kind of activities the group is looking for, but there are some universal activities that should… Read More »

Dr John & Bobby Rush fight evil with Crimestoppers

Dr. John and Bobby Rush fans have something to be excited about this week.  The two local musicians have teamed up to write a new song titled “Another Murder in New Orleans,” which will be released at the Crimestoppers Patron Party Wednesday. “Another Murder in New Orleans,” which also features local artist Blinddog Smokin’ and Shelea, is already up on the Crimestoppers of Greater New Orleans website, and is available… Read More »

The Family Friendly Side of New Orleans

Too often people think that New Orleans is strictly a city for the adults. The truth is that it can be a very family friendly with the makings of a vacation getaway that kids from age 2 to 102 will love. With its many lush green parks, historic sights popular attractions, New Orleans can be a fun and educational vacation spot for the while family. Audubon Zoo A New Orleans… Read More »

September 2013 things to do

September isn’t as well-known as its brother and sister months, but it’s a great time to be in New Orleans. The weather is a little bit more agreeable and crowds are on the mild side. Of course, it doesn’t hurt that there’s several exciting events to make memories at that will last a life time. Southern Decadence Festival September starts with the Southern Decadence Festival (Aug. 28-Sept. 2), the world’s… Read More »

Navigating New Orleans farmers markets

Farmers markets are popular in New Orleans, and there are plenty of them. The trick is knowing about them, when they happen, where they take place, and how they differ. Here’s a list of farmers markets in New Orleans proper, and what makes them stand out. Let us know if we missed any! Crescent City Famers Market Tuesdays: 200 Broadway St. at the River, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m Thursdays:… Read More »

The Best Deals in New Orleans Right Now

As the end of summer nears, it’s time to get out and do all of the things you said you were going to do this summer, but never actually did. Yes, you know who you are. “We’ll go to the zoo this summer!” or “We’ll try that restaurant with the nice patio while the weather is warm!” But you procrastinated.  Well, lucky for you, you’ve still got some time. And… Read More »

New Orleans and its coffee

This probably isn’t big news to anyone that’s ever lived in or visited New Orleans, but Travel + Leisure named New Orleans the third best city in the United States for coffee. The Crescent City landed in the number three slot, right behind the coffee power house Portland (ranked #2) and the home of Starbucks, also known as Seattle (ranked #1). Whether you just want to a good up of joe… Read More »

New Orleans and its rum

New Orleans has a long standing relationship with its rum. The history dates back to when the French still controlled the region and while they were looking to turn a profit on their investment they discovered that sugarcane distilled into rum could be quite profitable. The relationship continued as New Orleans celebrated its boom times and struggled through its darker days. To celebrate National Rum Day (Aug. 16) and our… Read More »