New Orleans

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 »

Krewe of Boo Officially Added To Our Can’t Miss Event List

Halloween has come and gone, but this year was definitely one for the memory book! We had the privilege of riding in New Orleans official Halloween parade, Krewe of Boo. Our float, Chucky and The Bride, was led by our frightfully dressed captained Chucky (aka Elliot) who navigated us through our first spooktacular parade flawlessly.   The weather was perfect and  parade-goers of all ages flooded the streets of the… Read More »

Get Around Town Like A Pro: Transportation Changes

New Orleans public transportation gets you where you want to go—whether it’s hopping on a street car or riding the ferry, it’s a great way to travel! The city’s always looking for ways to make it even better, so here are some exciting changes that have recently happened: The Ferry Extends Hours: In August, the ferry at Algiers Point/Canal Street Service Hours extended its hours of operation for more convenient… Read More »

Packing Essentials: Four New Orleans Fall Necessities

Fall is one of our favorite times in New Orleans…cool air, football and so much fun. But packing for this time of year can be a little tricky. Get the most out of your vacation by packing like a pro.  Lightweight layers: When September rolls around, the days are hot, averaging 85 degrees—but nights can get a little chilly with temperatures dipping into the low 70s. And, as the months… Read More »

Le Petit Theatre…a Gem for New Orleans!

This past weekend we had the good fortune of attending a performance of UNDER THE BOARDWALK at Le Petit Theatre.  It was truly a fabulous production showcasing our great local talent.  The packed house showed their appreciation and love of all the hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s…from Doo-Wop and Motown to the Beach Boys and the Four Seasons!  My only regret is not seeing the show on opening weekend… Read More »

The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk set to open

If you love shopping in New Orleans, then you’re going to love this: The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk is premiering just in time for Memorial Day weekend.  This string of popular brand name outlet stores has been highly anticipated, and a great addition to the city. The Big Easy has long been under-served in the retail sector, with approximately 30 percent less square feet of retail per capita than the… Read More »

‘Death of a Salesman’ premieres at Le Petit Theater

There are a lot of great aspects of New Orleans, but one of our favorites is the city’s thriving theatre culture.  With many talented actors, directors and theatre managers living in New Orleans, you don’t have to go far to watch quality productions. Le Petit Theater’s premiere of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman Friday didn’t disappoint. Rain was heavily falling, but the harsh weather didn’t keep the audience away… Read More »

Things to do this weekend (April 18-20)

There’s always something to do in New Orleans, but this weekend will be especially packed full of activities. Today may be rainy, but the forecast for Saturday and Sunday looks sunny with highs in the 70’s.  If you’re looking to get out of the house and take advantage of this great weather, here are a couple of things we recommend: The Crescent City Classic 10k Even if you’re not signed… Read More »