New Orleans, Louisiana.
From the jazz music wafting through the streets to the tastes of Creole cooking, New Orleans captivates the senses. Its vibrancy stays with you through every interaction, as if you've known these people forever, even when it’s the first time you meet. The unique architecture and colorful buildings of the French Quarter add to the city's allure. Whether you're strolling along Bourbon Street, taking a riverboat ride, feeding off the Jazz Fest or Mardi Gras energy, or simply soaking up the rich history and culture, New Orleans is a city that leaves a lasting impression on all who visit.
In the Big Easy...
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Virgin Hotels New Orleans
At Virgin Hotels New Orleans luxury is met with fun, cheeky decor and lively vibe. Everyone was so happy! Coming out of the dark and gloomy that is home a big portion of the year, the eclectic atmosphere and the sheer energy of every single person at the front desk and the porters that help you as soon as you walk in is an instant pick me up.
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Kimpton Hotel Fontenot
The Kimpton Hotel Fontenot feels classy from the moment you walk through the front entrance of this boutique hotel, and it carries through with the black and white yet exuding southern charm in the decorative nods. Jazz music plays through the lobby with subtle appreciative art pieces, including the musical form and the man the hotel was named after.
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Exploring NOLA
From the history of the French Market with its staples to a Party in the French Quarter, there is So much to see and do in New Orleans. The big surprise is that there is just as much to do during the daytime as at night. There's a reason Cafe Du Monde is open, serving coffee 24 hours a day!
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Things to Eat
New Orleans is about the food. It's warm, comforting, and relatively cheap. Seasoned well, with no frills, just come in and get something tasty. No formality, pomp, or circumstance, just good eats, left you full from one meal to another.
