3 Day New Orleans Itinerary by Neighborhood

3 Day New Orleans Itinerary by Neighborhood

Looking for a perfect 3-day itinerary in New Orleans? Known for the great music, food, and friendly people — there is enough to do in New Orleans that could fill a lifetime especially if you are visiting during Mardi Gras or Jazz Fest. If you are in the big easy for...
13 Useful Things to Know About New Orleans

13 Useful Things to Know About New Orleans

  It’s pronounced “New OAR-linz” Not “New Or-LEENZ” and certainly not “N’awlins.” No one says that. We don’t know where that came from, but it’s silly and if you try it. People will laugh at you and/or look at you funny!   We do not use cardinal directions...
16 Do’s and Don’t at Mardi Gras in New Orleans

16 Do’s and Don’t at Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Mardi Gras to a local is all about parades, historic rituals, having fun, and parties…tons of parties. To do Mardi gras like a local, here are our suggestions of dos and don’ts.   1. Don’t Buy Beads   If you’re coming to town for the...
What To Do for Mardi Gras in New Orleans

What To Do for Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Mardi Gras in New Orleans is an unforgettable experience. People dress up in extravagant costumes, attend balls, catch throws (beads, cups, doubloons, and trinkets), party all night long, and more. With the big event kicking off in a few weeks, we decided to write a...
New Years in New Orleans

New Years in New Orleans

Ring in the New Year having fun in New Orleans! New Orleans has many New Year’s Eve events – from hotel parties, to festivals, to the Fleur de Lis Drop (our NOLA equivalent of the NYC ball drop). One of the biggest events in New Orleans is the Allstate®...
Top 10 Walking Tours in New Orleans

Top 10 Walking Tours in New Orleans

For all of you who love to explore on foot, here are our 10 favorite New Orleans walking tours. Trust us; they’re the best our city has to offer.   French Quarter Walking Tour   This French Quarter walking tour takes individuals through the French...