2010 Mardi Gras Facts

September 22, 2009  |  Mardi Gras

Next year, the year 2010, is sure to hold a great deal of excitement and festivities as we celebrate Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras 2010 is going to be an interesting time of celebration. Why? For one thing, Mardi Gras is… Read More »

Welcome Football Fans!

September 14, 2009  |  New Orleans

Football fever is in the air! New Orleans loves football but we especially love the fans who come to our great city to support their favorite team! Whether you are traveling with your favorite NFL team or are a booster… Read More »

You need to be at Satchmo SummerFest

July 8, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

The Ninth Annual Satchmo SummerFest…July 30 – August 2, 2009 Come Celebrate the life of Louis Armstrong with a fun-filled weekend of activities and music including: Traditional Jazz, Contemporary Jazz, and a Brass Band; plus Children's programming as well as… Read More »

King Cake and Coffee – Even in July

June 30, 2009  |  Mardi Gras

There’s a lot of rich tradition, history, and religious significance surrounding the customs of Mardi Gras. There’s also a lot of fun. While there’s really no way to experience the parades, the festivities, and the cooler weather during this part… Read More »

Go 4th on the River: Independence, NOLA Style

June 24, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Plan to spend July 4th along the downtown New Orleans Riverfront and enjoy the Go 4th on the River celebration…ranked 5th "must see" fireworks display in the U.S., by American Pyrotechnic Association. The 19th Annual Go 4TH on the River… Read More »

Festivals, Festivals and More Festivals!

May 11, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Not that anyone really needs a reason to want to come to New Orleans…but there are some people that may need to know why they need to come to New Orleans NOW! We have festivals galore coming up in the… Read More »

Jazz Fest Express: Travel with Ease

April 19, 2009  |  New Orleans

Grayline New Orleans is once again offering the best way to get to the Jazz Fest…take their Jazz Fest Express…the ONLY shuttle that can bring you INSIDE the gates of the FESTIVAL. On all seven days of the Fest…April 24,… Read More »

French Quarter Fest “best of the year”

March 15, 2009  |  Upcoming Events

Ask any local person what is their favorite festival…10 to 1 the response will be the French Quarter Festival. This great event takes place in the French Quarter April 17-19. Enjoy 250 hours of free entertainment featuring more than 150… Read More »

Getting Around New Orleans

March 1, 2009  |  New Orleans

by Shawn Plep Tourists and visitors who really want to see the beautiful city of New Orleans there need to be prepared to get around using both public and private transportation. While the public buses can be acceptable at times,… Read More »

Notes From Carnival '09

February 27, 2009  |  Mardi Gras

by Errol Laborde We came really close to having a perfect Carnival. The krewes did their part (Zulu even ran a little ahead of time). The weather was great. The crowds were large. The parade quality was improved. Police and… Read More »