Holidays in New Orleans - Louisiana, USA
New Orleans is the city of mystery, an indefinable
gem. She is more than jazz and Mardi Gras. Her charm
travels far beyond the boundaries of the French Quarter
and her history is not limited to cemeteries and
books. She is a rich gumbo of streetcars and paddle
steamers, iron balconies and majestic courtyards,
antique shops and art galleries. Follow the divine
scent of world-famous cuisine from Creole to Cajun,
crawfish to oysters and Bananas Foster to bread pudding.
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New Orleans - Birthplace of Jazz
It’s no wonder visitors from around the world
keep coming back to Louisiana -- the Birthplace of
Jazz -- to experience our wonderful musical tradition.
Not only was jazz born here, but our state is home
to other musical styles, including Cajun, Zydeco,
rockabilly and gospel. Music is our heartbeat. And
it can be heard in parks, on the streets and at celebrated
venues throughout Louisiana. When it comes to music,
we’re in a class of our own.
Those who enjoy the great outdoors, and who are
thirsting for an eco-adventure will find something
special within easy reach of New Orleans. One must
do is a swamp bayou tour, where you can observe herons,
egrets and turtles in their natural environment and
almost certainly spot an alligator or two.
Plantations of Sugar Cane & Cotton in America
Visitors can step back in time more than 150 years
to recall the grand days before the American Civil
War. In the 1850’s more than three-quarters
of America’s millionaires lived in the region
between Natchez, Mississippi, and New Orleans, their
wealth based on vast plantations of sugar cane and
cotton. And while these families may have gone, their
homes have remained and are on display to offer a
rare opportunity to experience the grand lifestyle
of America’s antebellum past.
Louisiana offers international visitors tax free
shopping, which is refunded at the airport or can
be claimed back on return to the UK. With tax refunds
and the excellent exchange rate there has never been
a better time to shop til’ you drop in New
Orleans.
With more than 400 annual fairs and festivals, our
cultural calendar is packed with exciting celebrations
that showcase our cuisine, music and cultural heritage
and provide great added value.
Mardi Gras, Louis Armstong & Satchmo Summerfest
Annually Mardi Gras is the highlight of the State’s
calendar and it culminates in massive celebrations
over the weeks leading up to Shrove Tuesday. This
season of indulgence brims with parades and masquerade
balls. Colourful Mardi Gras floats snake their way
through the streets of New Orleans and the krewes
throw beaded necklaces in green, purple and gold
to the on-looking crowds.
However Louisiana’s love of parties does not
end with Mardi Gras, this is emphasized by the 24
hour licensing laws in New Orleans making it one
of only two US cities with such a party atmosphere.
Local stars and world-renowned talents take over
Louis Armstrong Park and the New Orleans Fairground
for the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. French
Quarter Fest in New Orleans historic district features
the world’s largest jazz brunch and spectacular
fireworks. In August, Satchmo Summerfest celebrates
all that is wonderful about one of New Orleans most
famous sons, Louis Armstong.
Mississippi River Tours
Celebrate Christmas Louisiana style, a month long
festival! In New Orleans famed city chefs share their
secrets in free cooking demonstrations, public carol
concerts are held, candlelit tours are available
of residents homes and restaurants serve Reveillon,
the traditional Creole dining custom. Tours sail
up the mighty Mississippi to view the famous festival
of the Bonfires, which light the way for Papa Noel
and almost 1 million lights sparkle in the famous
Oaks of City Park.
Year round New Orleans is buzzing with street entertainers
and captures the heart of all those who visit, combining
culture and adventure, modern and historic, American
and European to create a memorable holiday experience.
With everything there is to see and do, it’s
time for you to visit New Orleans – where we
kick up our heels and say Laissez les bon temps roulet
(Let the good times roll).
Archers Direct Holidays in New Orleans
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