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The best things to do in New Orleans

There are so many things to do in New Orleans, it might take a lifetime to see and experience them all. If you're only visiting for a short period of time though, here are a couple of things you might want to check out: Broadway Theatre is alive and well in The Big Easy. It’s never too difficult to catch a Broadway show, local theatre production or opera performances while… Read More »

10 Ways to Ring in 2017 NOLA style!

10 Ways to Ring in 2017 NOLA style! If you made a resolution to do something besides watch TV on New Year’s Eve, don’t let the ball drop! If you’re going to be in New Orleans, you’re in luck. Along with toasting to 2017 at any of our world-famous restaurants, hotels or night spots, you can celebrate at the events listed below. There are even special celebrations planned for kids… Read More »

NOLA ChristmasFest Under Way

Credit: NOLA ChristmasFest Facebook NOLA ChristmasFest, the region’s only indoor Christmas festival, is back and better than ever! This year features an expanded ice skating rink, fan favorite holiday characters, fun amusement rides and inflatables inside the  Convention Center from now until December 30. ChristmasFest features a new and exciting 120-foot ice slide, an amazing walk-through maze, themed inflatables and fun rides such as the Kringle Carousel, Winter Whirl, Snowball… Read More »

Ways to Celebrate Christmas Cheer in New Orleans

Christmas, New Orleans style, is in full swing. There’s lots of exciting holiday themed events going on throughout the city. Here’s a few of our favorites, so gather up your friends and family and enjoy the festivities. St. Louis Cathedral Christmas Concert – All month long, St. Louis Cathedral has regularly held holiday concerts. The Grand Finale is Dec. 20 at 5:30 p.m. with the annual Christmas Concert. The Cathedral… Read More »

Politics Is Fun Again at 1776, The Musical at Rivertown

 Photo credit:    John Barrois If you think the current election is stressful, go see 1776, The Musical, playing now through November 20th at the Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts (15 minutes from New Orleans in Kenner). You’ll go away from this performance with the realization that politics in this country have and always will be a challenge!  Apparently, the willingness to listen to all sides of an argument is exactly what… Read More »

NOLA Architecture: From Shotgun to Creole

Homes in New Orleans have a distinct architectural look, borrowing from the various cultures that have settled in the Big Easy. Shotgun Homes might be the most talked about, but it’s just one of the many beautiful styles you can see when traveling around this city. American Townhouses These tall and narrow homes, often had brick walls were built in the decades before the civil war in areas upriver from… Read More »

Fall in New Orleans: Our Favorite Season of All?

  Hello, Fall, our old friend! We’re so happy to see you again. Don’t get us wrong – summer was a blast. We beat the heat with strawberry daiquiris from Mango Mango, hot happy hour specials, and great tunes at Bourbon Heat and Maison Bourbon. We danced sizzling summer nights away with live music at the House of Blues, enjoyed long afternoons lounging by some of our favorite hotel pools (thanks Holiday… Read More »

September in New Orleans

We may be closing out summer, but September is just getting started! And, you do not want to miss out on all the exciting events. Check out some of our favorites below and be sure to check our events calendar for more! Shrimp & Petroleum Festival This family-friendly festival is held every year over Labor Day weekend in Morgan City, LA. This small town is approximately an hour southwest of New… Read More »

6 Reasons to Visit New Orleans This August

Summer may be winding down, but New Orleans is heating up (and we don’t just mean literally).  With festival season kicking into high gear, we’ll be dancing the days and nights away with amazing music, delicious dining, and you can even experience a mini Mardi Gras parade. COOLinary New Orleans  If you are a foodie, there is no better time to visit New Orleans then the month of August. This… Read More »

Inaugural New Orleans Daiquiri Season

The New Orleans Daiquiri Festival has undergone a revamping and is now the New Orleans Daiquiri Season! Why throw a two-day party when you can throw a thirty-day one, right? During the whole month of September, local bars and restaurants will be offering tastings and special events that pay homage to the classic New Orleans cocktail, the frozen daiquiri. The Daiquiri Festival began in 2011 and was purchased by Tales of… Read More »