New Orleans
January 2021 Fun
January 1, 2021 | New OrleansMardi Gras kicks off on January 6th, Twelfth Night. While things are going to be different this year with the cancellation of parades, there will still be house floats, king cake, the virtual Bacchus parade on February 14, a class on Mardi… Read More »
Louisiana Goes Back to a Modified Stage 2
November 25, 2020 | New OrleansOn November 23, Gov. John Bel Edwards announced that Louisiana will move back to a modified version of Phase 2 coronavirus restrictions until at least December 23. Bars in parishes with greater than 5% positivity will be closed to indoor… Read More »
Santa’s Must-Do List in New Orleans
November 16, 2020 | New OrleansRudolph Guides Santa. Let Us Guide You. Whether you're a child or just feel like one during the holidays, festive fun awaits in New Orleans. Enjoy traditional Réveillon dinners at your favorite restaurants and other festive events, some of which are… Read More »
Here’s To Phase 3.3! Bars Now Open.
November 11, 2020 | New OrleansBecause Covid-19 rates haven’t been spiking here in the city, New Orleans has moved into Phase 3.3. This means, bars and breweries can now offer indoor seating at 25% or 50 people and outdoor seating at 100% capacity or… Read More »
‘Empty Event’ Demonstrates Plight of Live Event Industry
October 20, 2020 | New OrleansFor Immediate Release October 16, 2020 Contact: Sandra Dartus, 307-699-2026 Diane Lyons, 504-952-0205 'Empty Event' Demonstrates Plight of Live Event Industry Unemployed workers and suppliers unite to shed light on losses New Orleans – Members of the hospitality industry are… Read More »
Commander’s Palace Has A New Executive Chef
October 16, 2020 | New OrleansOn October 12, Commander’s Palace announced that, for the first time in their 127-year history, a female executive chef will be at the helm of their legendary kitchen. Chef Tory McPhail, who is leaving New Orleans for Montana, has passed… Read More »
Here’s What’s Up Down Here with Covid Restrictions
October 2, 2020 | New OrleansWill New Orleans Bars Be Open on Halloween? ExperienceNewOrleans.com staff member in better days. Beginning at 6 a.m. Saturday, October 3rd, New Orleans will move into Phase 3.1. While masks will still be required for everyone when in public, the… Read More »
Social Distancing in this So So Social City
July 22, 2020 | New OrleansIn New Orleans, we gather together on front porches, on balconies and in the street. We share umbrellas during summer downpours. We scooch over to make room for somebody else at church. We eat from communal gumbo pots and… Read More »
What You Need to Know: New Orleans Phase 2 Reopening
July 21, 2020 | New OrleansPhoto from Facebook follower Dhelia Henderson New Orleans is now in Phase 2 of the reopening plan. Masks are required when out and about the city. As a visitor, you’ll be happy to know that most attractions and tours are… Read More »
New Orleans is Open. So What’s That Mean?
June 2, 2020 | New OrleansEven if every business in New Orleans is not yet back up and running, there is plenty enough to make a trip here totally worth it. While you can’t crowd onto a Bourbon Street balcony or dance the night away… Read More »