When you think of New Orleans dining, there is a wide variety of experiences, from casual po boys you can enjoy on a park bench or trendy new spots in the Warehouse District and Marigny. But if it's your first time visiting the city, you might want to make a reservation for one of the old-school restaurants that date back to the earliest days of the city. Expect white … [Read more...] about New Orleans’ 8 Best Classic Fine Dining Restaurants
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9 Must-See Destinations in Louisiana
Louisiana has so much to offer travelers well beyond the history and music of well-known New Orleans. Whether you're looking for charming small towns, unique festivals, important history, or quirky experiences, you’ll find it here. These six destinations are our picks for the places you can’t miss when visiting Louisiana. Alexandria The North Louisiana cities … [Read more...] about 9 Must-See Destinations in Louisiana
Literary South: O. Henry
O. Henry, also known as William Sydney Porter, was born on September 11, 1862, in Greensboro, North Carolina, during the Civil War. His mother died when he was young, and he moved with his father into his grandparents' house. He loved reading from a young age and, as a teenager, started working at his uncle's pharmacy, where he was later licensed. At age 20, Porter moved … [Read more...] about Literary South: O. Henry
20 TV Shows and Movies Filmed in New Orleans
For decades, New Orleans, Louisiana, has been used for its stunning scenery in television shows and movies, like in other film cities of Atlanta, Charleston, and Wilmington. Some are classics, while others you may have forgotten about. This is by no means an exhaustive list, as there are hundreds, thanks to state tax incentives. For more television shows and movies filmed in … [Read more...] about 20 TV Shows and Movies Filmed in New Orleans
Essential Tips for Navigating Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
Around five million passengers travel through Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport in New Orleans, Louisiana, annually, and 18 airlines have routes at the airport. Fun fact: the airport code is MSY, which stands for Moisant Stock Yards because NEW was already taken by the previous airport. The History of the New Orleans Airport Originally named for … [Read more...] about Essential Tips for Navigating Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
