New Orleans Travel Blog

Cafes & Desserts of New Orleans With so many delicious food choices within the French Quarter in New Orleans, your picks are virtually endless.  But after every great meal comes the best part – the dessert!  When you’re looking for a scrumptious after dinner (or anytime) treat, consider trying...

Cooking & Cycling New Orleans Style When you’re visiting New Orleans, there are two things that should be on your must-do list – taking a New Orleans cooking class and taking a bicycle tour to leisurely explore the amazing French Quarter and other nearby neighborhoods. Located in a former molasses...

Jazzing it up in New Orleans Entertainment in New Orleans is only limited by your imagination. In the lively French Quarter, you’ll find everything from jazz and blues music to peep and strip shows to gambling. But if you’d like to experience jazz and blues without all the hype and activity found...

W Hotel New Orleans Located at 316 Chartres Street in the heart of the French Quarter is the funky W New Orleans French Quarter Hotel (not to be confused with the W New Orleans Hotel at 333 Poydras Street).  With only 98 rooms, the W New Orleans French Quarter will provide you the best in comfort, location,...

It’s always a gluttonous affair at Elizabeth’s Restaurant.  Situated on the corner of a partially desolate road parallel to the railroad tracks on Gallier Street in New Orleans’s Bywater neighborhood, this local neighborhood eatery has a history all its own. Originally born a catering...

Between the music, the sights, and the activities during the week-long Jazz Fest, you’re going to have to take some time out at some point replenish yourself – not a difficult task in this city known for it’s unique culinary culture.  The question is, how do you navigate through the...

It’s about as far away as you can get from the dining institutions of the French Quarter. However, it’s worth it to explore the Carrollton District; an uptown New Orleans neighborhood with several unique restaurants and cafes that will satisfy any cravings you may have for quintessential...

Now in it’s 40th year, the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival – or simply Jazz Fest – kicks off on April 23rd for a week-long celebration of music and local culture. While the official event will take place at the Fair Grounds Race Course near the Mid-City neighborhood, a number...