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 the US. Sponsored by thirty-three local businesses and community organizations, the free Dueling Barges Fireworks Show can be seen from both the East and West Banks of… 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, Strawberry Fest and other excuses to enjoy the beautiful weather. If you’re not in New Orleans, (whether you had to move away or because you haven’t you moved here yet) you can still get a… 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 NFL nearly 50 years ago. The Saints, named for the Catholic All Saints Day, didn’t win much for the first 20 years but the Who Dat Nation… 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, who took home the Tony for “Best Leading Actor in a Musical.”  His first New Orleans experience came in 2007 while filming Cirque du Freak: The Vampire’s Assistant. It wasn’t… 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 our favorite activities to help you keep your cool and enjoy New Orleans! Audubon Nature Institute   The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas along the Mississippi offers countless… 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 Quarter – like listening to street musicians, watching the artists on Jackson Square, and admiring the architecture – here are some free or cheap things… 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 locals like to stop and take time to appreciate some of the more popular sites and activities the city has to offer. So we say… 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 blues, jazz or just about anything else your heart desires. Jazz started here. They performed the first opera in the United States here. Musical greats have been born and… 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 Wednesday a little differently this week! The Four Points French Quarter’s “Some Enchanted Evening” Bon Operatit will dazzle you with the best of Rodgers and Hammerstein. The show will feature songs from… 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 New Orleans businesses are offering discounts to those who have served.  Below is a list of a few great discounts that veterans, active duty military members and/or… Read More »