Summertime is almost here and so is the perfect time to visit New Orleans, with its many festivals and events happening that make the city famous. Getting there is easy, and hassle free - The Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) is one of only three airports in North America to win Best Airport recognition among those serving 5 to 15 million passengers per year.
With so much going on it can hard to stay up to date on the latest openings and happenings – here’s a quick recap of things your clients must do and see when in New Orleans:
Wild South is a South Louisiana tasting experience that reimagines the food traditions of the region, helmed by seven-time James Beard Foundation Award-nominated Chef-Owner Michael Stoltzfus and Executive Chef Bret Macris. With a five-course tasting menu experience, a three-course prix-fixe menu, and an à la carte bar menu, Wild South offers an immersive experience of regional foodways for neighborhood regulars and curious travelers alike.
The Celestine is a charming new 10-room European-style boutique hotel located in the French Quarter. Hotelier Robért LeBlanc, in partnership with Cure Co’s Neal Bodenheimer, and the team behind The Chloe, debut The Celestine as their first French Quarter property in New Orleans. The property, dating back to 1791, has been updated with French, Spanish, and Afro-Caribbean influences and a glamorous 1950s flair.
Hotel Tonnelle, part of Marriott’s Tribute portfolio, has completed a massive renovation in February that has transformed every corner of the New Orleans property, including 132 guest rooms, meeting spaces, lobby and public areas. Nestled along the iconic St. Charles Streetcar line, Hotel Tonnelle stands as a testament to the seamless fusion of contemporary comfort and the timeless charm of the Garden District.
New Orleans also hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the summer, including the Essence Music Festival, the Satchmo SummerFest, and the Tales of the Cocktail. To read more about this, read our TravelPulse blog on New Orleans and the New Orleans and Company site.
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