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The 35th Annual French Quarter Festival

  April 12 – April 15, 2018 What started as a little festival 35 years ago has turned into one of the biggest free outdoor music festivals in America. Today French Quarter Festival is one of the most-anticipated events on th… Read More »

Get Your Zen On in the French Quarter

Staying in the French Quarter has its advantages – especially if you want to stay fit while having fun. Here are a few ways to get your workout in, not far from our French Quarter Hotels. Check them out then book your stay at one of th… Read More »

Ten Reasons to Stay in the Vieux Carré on Mardi Gras Day.

Some people will tell you to stay away from the French Quarter during Mardi Gras. "It’s too packed, too loud and just too plain crazy," they’ll say. Unless you’re traveling with children, we disagree. Along with hundre… Read More »

Five Gotta-Catch Vieux Carré Parades

  The Krewe of Cork makes its way through the French Quarter. While the majority of Mardi Gras parades are too large to squeeze through the narrow, cobblestoned streets of the Vieux Carré, a handful of creative krewes still sash… Read More »

NOLA New Year's Eve

End the Year in New Orleans, One of Trip Savvy’s 2017 Top Seven “Best Places to Celebrate New Year’s Eve.” The arrival of 2018 means something special to people who love New Orleans – it marks the 300th anniv… Read More »

Turkey Day in NOLA: Gobble Up the Culture

Why go over the river and through the woods this Thanksgiving when you can hop in the car or catch a quick flight to NOLA? Between bites of Cajun fried turkey, oyster dressing and sweet potato pie, you can experience our rich traditions which … Read More »

Five NOLA No Nos

  As New Orleans approaches its 300th birthday in 2018, she continues to charm and amaze. Since its founding, this city has attracted people of all ages and interests from all around the world. When you tell your friends you’re plan… Read More »

Hotel St. Marie and Vacherie, 827 Toulouse Street

Make Hotel St. Marie home base for your Toulouse Street exploration. This historic six-story hotel has balcony rooms overlooking the fun below and an intimate French Quarter courtyard with a pool. If you’re looking for the quintessential New Or… Read More »

August at Le Richelieu: A Must Do

Looking for a last-minute vacation spot before the end of summer? We’re pretty sure you’ve found it. Subscribers of Travel + Leisure just named New Orleans the #4 City in the U.S. And there is not a more charming place to stay in Vieux Ca… Read More »

Be Part of History at French Market Inn

Get In with the Inn Crowd – The Famous Pontalba Family. When you stay at a historic, one-of-a-kind boutique hotel, it becomes more than just a place to lay your head. You feel less like a tourist and more like a local. It becomes your ho… Read More »