By John DeMonte
New Orleans
Louisiana
Louisiana
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New Orleans Botanical GardenPhoto By: Alaskan Dude - http://www.flickr.com/photos/72213316@N00/ -
New Orleans SquarePhoto By: HarshLight - http://www.flickr.com/photos/harshlight/
The slogan of New Orleans is Laissez Les Bons Temps Roule. EscpapeWizard.com’s guide to the Crescent City will show how to let the good times roll during your next vacation to this beautiful city. Although known best for Mardi Gras, a visit any time of the year will be full of food, drink, music and shenanigans. Summer is actually the slow season, by number of visitors and the pace of the city, because it is very hot and humid. If you don’t mind the heat to save some money, then take a summer vacation. Otherwise, stray from New Orleans during those summer months and come during spring or fall.
EspcapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation to the Big Easy. The local airport is the Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY), aptly named for the city’s hero of jazz. Book your flight today with EscapeWizard.com by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Check out the listing of the top hotels in the New Orleans area. Our number one selection for high quality service is the Crowne Plaza. To book your hotel with EscapeWizard.com just click here (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
The area of the city most frequented by tourists is the French Quarter. This historic area of the city was basically untouched by hurricane Katrina. Jackson Square and the Cathedral-Basilica of St. Louis King of France look exactly the same as they always have for years. This area is the location of local artists, tarot card readers, mule-drawn carriages and music events. EscapeWizard.com suggests checking the events calendar before booking your trip. There is a festival almost every weekend in New Orleans and you wouldn’t want to miss out!
Another famous French Quarter location is Bourbon Street. Known for beads and booze, this street is covered with tourists chugging specialty drinks and dancing to music streaming out of clubs. Make sure to try a Hand Grenade and Hurricane before leaving. Pick up a drink to go and walk down the street, something you can only do in one other American city.
Beside the French Quarter is Frenchmen Street, a place where locals and tourists alike listen to some of the best music in the city. EscapeWizard.com recommends trying to get a taste of all of the local music, including jazz, brass bands, blues and zydeco. Any spot on Frenchmen, cover charge or none, will prove that New Orleans is a place to let the good times roll.
New Orleans is also the home to many excellent museums, and EscapeWizard.com recommends a trip to the Museum District of the city. The most notable, and our top selection, would undoubtedly be the National World War II Museum. This museum is so notable because it has exhibits in remembrance of every “D-Day” landing site that took place over the course of World War II. Go to http://www.nationalww2museum.org/ to find out more information to help plan your visit. EscapeWizard.com’s second selection for a must see museum in New Orleans is the Civil War Museum at Confederate Memorial Hall. This museum has been in existence since 1891, and is home to a large collection of Confederate artifacts. This is the perfect museum for anyone looking to learn about the history about the War Between the States. Visit http://www.confederatemuseum.com/index.html to find out more information to help plan your trip. Other museums of interest in the city are the Louisiana Children’s Museum, Louisiana State Museum, Contemporary Arts Center and many others.
Of course another New Orleans specialty is food. To try Creole cuisine, EscapeWizard.com suggests visiting Commander’s Palace in the Garden District. An easy cab ride away from the French Quarter, Commander’s Palace has Creole specialties, such as Turtle Soup and Creole Bread Pudding Souffle. Stop by during the week for lunch and get 25 cent martinis and a great lunch deal. Nothing can stop the love of Seafood in the Big Easy. EscapeWizard.com suggests the local shrimp, crawfish, oysters and crab that grace every New Orleans menu. During Crawfish season, February to June, try to find a Crawfish Boil at a local bar for some down-home, fresh, crawfish.
EscapeWizard.com knows that New Orleans is just the vacation destination to relax, learn some of our nation’s history, and enjoy some fantastic meals. So, Laissez Les Bons Temps Roule and let EscapeWizard.com help plan your next vacation to the Big Easy.
EspcapeWizard.com invites you to book your next vacation to the Big Easy. The local airport is the Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY), aptly named for the city’s hero of jazz. Book your flight today with EscapeWizard.com by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). Check out the listing of the top hotels in the New Orleans area. Our number one selection for high quality service is the Crowne Plaza. To book your hotel with EscapeWizard.com just click here (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
The area of the city most frequented by tourists is the French Quarter. This historic area of the city was basically untouched by hurricane Katrina. Jackson Square and the Cathedral-Basilica of St. Louis King of France look exactly the same as they always have for years. This area is the location of local artists, tarot card readers, mule-drawn carriages and music events. EscapeWizard.com suggests checking the events calendar before booking your trip. There is a festival almost every weekend in New Orleans and you wouldn’t want to miss out!
Another famous French Quarter location is Bourbon Street. Known for beads and booze, this street is covered with tourists chugging specialty drinks and dancing to music streaming out of clubs. Make sure to try a Hand Grenade and Hurricane before leaving. Pick up a drink to go and walk down the street, something you can only do in one other American city.
Beside the French Quarter is Frenchmen Street, a place where locals and tourists alike listen to some of the best music in the city. EscapeWizard.com recommends trying to get a taste of all of the local music, including jazz, brass bands, blues and zydeco. Any spot on Frenchmen, cover charge or none, will prove that New Orleans is a place to let the good times roll.
New Orleans is also the home to many excellent museums, and EscapeWizard.com recommends a trip to the Museum District of the city. The most notable, and our top selection, would undoubtedly be the National World War II Museum. This museum is so notable because it has exhibits in remembrance of every “D-Day” landing site that took place over the course of World War II. Go to http://www.nationalww2museum.org/ to find out more information to help plan your visit. EscapeWizard.com’s second selection for a must see museum in New Orleans is the Civil War Museum at Confederate Memorial Hall. This museum has been in existence since 1891, and is home to a large collection of Confederate artifacts. This is the perfect museum for anyone looking to learn about the history about the War Between the States. Visit http://www.confederatemuseum.com/index.html to find out more information to help plan your trip. Other museums of interest in the city are the Louisiana Children’s Museum, Louisiana State Museum, Contemporary Arts Center and many others.
Of course another New Orleans specialty is food. To try Creole cuisine, EscapeWizard.com suggests visiting Commander’s Palace in the Garden District. An easy cab ride away from the French Quarter, Commander’s Palace has Creole specialties, such as Turtle Soup and Creole Bread Pudding Souffle. Stop by during the week for lunch and get 25 cent martinis and a great lunch deal. Nothing can stop the love of Seafood in the Big Easy. EscapeWizard.com suggests the local shrimp, crawfish, oysters and crab that grace every New Orleans menu. During Crawfish season, February to June, try to find a Crawfish Boil at a local bar for some down-home, fresh, crawfish.
EscapeWizard.com knows that New Orleans is just the vacation destination to relax, learn some of our nation’s history, and enjoy some fantastic meals. So, Laissez Les Bons Temps Roule and let EscapeWizard.com help plan your next vacation to the Big Easy.
Hotels in New Orleans
By Jessica Howell
W Hotel New Orleans
333 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA
333 Poydras Street, New Orleans, LA
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ExteriorPhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
Great RoomPhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
PoolPhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
WOW SuitePhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
Wonderful Double RoomPhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
Living Room LibraryPhoto By: Starwood Hotels -
Fantastic Suite Living RoomPhoto By: Starwood Hotels
Located just steps away from the notorious French Quarter, the W New Orleans is the perfect place to stay if you want to be close to all the rowdy action, but far enough away from the party that you are guaranteed a good night’s rest. The W New Orleans is close to shopping, Harrah’s Casino and the Warehouse District. WhatsCheaper.com recommends that you book your stay at the posh W New Orleans today.
Guests of the W New Orleans will enjoy stylish, comfortable rooms in a relaxed posh setting. Check in at the W New Orleans is at 3 p.m. on the day of your arrival and check out is at 12 p.m. on the day of your departure. When you check into the W New Orleans the first thing you will notice is the modern contemporary design that graces every room. All rooms come with the same standard amenities; however, more lavish suites feature more upscale accommodations for an elevated price. For your entertainment pleasure, all rooms come equipped with a 32” television with internet access, DVD library and player, CD library and player, W Book and in-room movies.
At the W New Orleans, they understand that sometimes business comes before pleasure. For those visiting “The Big Easy” on business, every room features voicemail, dual-line cordless phone with conference call capabilities, alarm clock, data port line and an over sized working desk. High speed internet access is also available in every room for a modest daily fee.
Whether you are exhausted from a long day of work or an exciting night out on the town, guests can bask in the lavish bedding offered at the W New Orleans. Every bed is perfectly outfitted with a W pillow top mattress, 350 thread count linens, hypo-allergenic pillows and a goose down duvet.
If you are traveling to New Orleans, EscapeWizard.com.com insists that you book your stay at one of New Orleans premier hotels. Click on the following link to book your accommodations at the W New Orleans today: (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Guests of the W New Orleans will enjoy stylish, comfortable rooms in a relaxed posh setting. Check in at the W New Orleans is at 3 p.m. on the day of your arrival and check out is at 12 p.m. on the day of your departure. When you check into the W New Orleans the first thing you will notice is the modern contemporary design that graces every room. All rooms come with the same standard amenities; however, more lavish suites feature more upscale accommodations for an elevated price. For your entertainment pleasure, all rooms come equipped with a 32” television with internet access, DVD library and player, CD library and player, W Book and in-room movies.
At the W New Orleans, they understand that sometimes business comes before pleasure. For those visiting “The Big Easy” on business, every room features voicemail, dual-line cordless phone with conference call capabilities, alarm clock, data port line and an over sized working desk. High speed internet access is also available in every room for a modest daily fee.
Whether you are exhausted from a long day of work or an exciting night out on the town, guests can bask in the lavish bedding offered at the W New Orleans. Every bed is perfectly outfitted with a W pillow top mattress, 350 thread count linens, hypo-allergenic pillows and a goose down duvet.
If you are traveling to New Orleans, EscapeWizard.com.com insists that you book your stay at one of New Orleans premier hotels. Click on the following link to book your accommodations at the W New Orleans today: (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Hotels in New Orleans
By Diane Hiltabidle
Holiday Inn
124 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA
124 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA
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King GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Indoor PoolPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Front DeskPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Double Bed GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
King Bed GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group
The Holiday Inn – French Quarter is in a perfect location for visitors wanting to stay in the heart of The Big Easy. The hotel is located near several businesses, boutiques, and restaurants, and with Bourbon Street only a block away, guests have easy access to the exciting New Orleans nightlife and Mardi Gras activities. Louis Armstrong International Airport is 15 miles away; however, the hotel offers shuttle service for a minimal charge. Parking is also available at the hotel on a day by day basis. The parking facility is gated and has an abundance of lighting.
The establishment is a full service hotel, so it offers all the options of a luxury hotel but at a fraction of the cost. It is 20 stories with 374 guest rooms, 338 of which are non-smoking. Safety deposit boxes are available at the front desk so that guests can protect their valuables. The friendly staff will be happy to help you with anything. Concierge service is available to help make your stay pleasurable and memorable, and a bellman/porter will be glad to assist you with your luggage.
The rooms are spacious and have free wireless Internet access. Some rooms offer sleeper sofas or access to the private, ninth floor courtyard. The helpful staff will deliver a complimentary newspaper to your room each morning, and they will also pick up dry cleaning and laundry upon request. And checking out of the hotel is a breeze with the in-room video checkout option.
For guests looking to relax, they can rest in style at the heated indoor pool and sundeck. A well-equipped fitness center is also available for all guests.
The Checkered Parrot restaurant is on-site and serves American cuisine with Key West flair. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and kids eat free. The restaurant also has several flat screen TVs for guests who want to watch the big game. The hotel also has a lobby lounge for guests who want to relax a little while before going to their room.
With all of the great services offered and the exceptional location, the Holiday Inn – French Quarter is the perfect hotel for visitors who want to experience the beauty and wonder of the city while not breaking their vacation budget. Simply follow this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to book with EscapeWizard.com.
The establishment is a full service hotel, so it offers all the options of a luxury hotel but at a fraction of the cost. It is 20 stories with 374 guest rooms, 338 of which are non-smoking. Safety deposit boxes are available at the front desk so that guests can protect their valuables. The friendly staff will be happy to help you with anything. Concierge service is available to help make your stay pleasurable and memorable, and a bellman/porter will be glad to assist you with your luggage.
The rooms are spacious and have free wireless Internet access. Some rooms offer sleeper sofas or access to the private, ninth floor courtyard. The helpful staff will deliver a complimentary newspaper to your room each morning, and they will also pick up dry cleaning and laundry upon request. And checking out of the hotel is a breeze with the in-room video checkout option.
For guests looking to relax, they can rest in style at the heated indoor pool and sundeck. A well-equipped fitness center is also available for all guests.
The Checkered Parrot restaurant is on-site and serves American cuisine with Key West flair. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and kids eat free. The restaurant also has several flat screen TVs for guests who want to watch the big game. The hotel also has a lobby lounge for guests who want to relax a little while before going to their room.
With all of the great services offered and the exceptional location, the Holiday Inn – French Quarter is the perfect hotel for visitors who want to experience the beauty and wonder of the city while not breaking their vacation budget. Simply follow this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) to book with EscapeWizard.com.
Hotels in New Orleans
By Rose Overbey
Hilton New Orleans
901 Airline Drive, Kenner, LA
901 Airline Drive, Kenner, LA
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LobbyPhoto By: Hilton Hotels -
BoardroomPhoto By: Hilton Hotels -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: Hilton Hotels -
Guest BathroomPhoto By: Hilton Hotels -
PoolPhoto By: Hilton Hotels
In a city like New Orleans, you don’t expect anything to be ordinary – that’s why if you’re planning a trip to this Louisiana city, you should stay in the Hilton New Orleans Airport to experience the extraordinary. Located across from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, you’ll enjoy the complimentary on demand shuttle service the Hilton provides to help you get in and out of town.
Upon arrival you’ll know you’ve arrived in the right place, no matter what you’re planning to do while you’re in town. If you’ve come here for business, you’re in luck. The Hilton has a full business center complete with printer, fax and express mail. Of course wireless internet is available throughout the hotel, so you can work in your room, the business center, or one of the fantastic meeting spaces the hotel has to offer.
Should you be traveling for pleasure, the Hilton offers up plenty of that, as well. Take a stroll through the French Quarter Style Courtyard -- a wonderfully landscaped area in the center of the hotel. In the morning, dine above the same courtyard at the Café LaSalle, a breakfast buffet style restaurant. If you’re looking for something quick to grab, stop into River Blends for a Starbucks coffee, snack, or even a small gift. This store has something for everyone. If there’s a game you want to catch, you’ll find it playing at the Second Line Sports Edition Lounge. Grab a drink or a snack – or both -- and enjoy yourself at this casual lounge. In-room dining is also an option.
The rooms at the Hilton New Orleans Airport are masterfully designed to offer guests the opportunity to fully relax. A large 37 inch TV will delight the eyes, while the comfortable, triple sheeted, Hilton Suite Dreams mattress, will delight the your sense of touch. Crabtree and Evelyn bath products will thrill your sense of smell. The rooms are decorated in a calming palate – sure to welcome guests after a long day of any activity.
The Hilton New Orleans Airport is the perfect place to stay while visiting the city of New Orleans. The hotel is the perfect place for any traveler, whether a business executive wants to soak in the hot tub after a long day of work, or the family wants to play in the pool. Of course there is a work out center on site for guests looking to stay trim on their trip. EscapeWizard.com highly recommends booking your hotel room at the Hilton New Orleans Airport. You can do so by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Upon arrival you’ll know you’ve arrived in the right place, no matter what you’re planning to do while you’re in town. If you’ve come here for business, you’re in luck. The Hilton has a full business center complete with printer, fax and express mail. Of course wireless internet is available throughout the hotel, so you can work in your room, the business center, or one of the fantastic meeting spaces the hotel has to offer.
Should you be traveling for pleasure, the Hilton offers up plenty of that, as well. Take a stroll through the French Quarter Style Courtyard -- a wonderfully landscaped area in the center of the hotel. In the morning, dine above the same courtyard at the Café LaSalle, a breakfast buffet style restaurant. If you’re looking for something quick to grab, stop into River Blends for a Starbucks coffee, snack, or even a small gift. This store has something for everyone. If there’s a game you want to catch, you’ll find it playing at the Second Line Sports Edition Lounge. Grab a drink or a snack – or both -- and enjoy yourself at this casual lounge. In-room dining is also an option.
The rooms at the Hilton New Orleans Airport are masterfully designed to offer guests the opportunity to fully relax. A large 37 inch TV will delight the eyes, while the comfortable, triple sheeted, Hilton Suite Dreams mattress, will delight the your sense of touch. Crabtree and Evelyn bath products will thrill your sense of smell. The rooms are decorated in a calming palate – sure to welcome guests after a long day of any activity.
The Hilton New Orleans Airport is the perfect place to stay while visiting the city of New Orleans. The hotel is the perfect place for any traveler, whether a business executive wants to soak in the hot tub after a long day of work, or the family wants to play in the pool. Of course there is a work out center on site for guests looking to stay trim on their trip. EscapeWizard.com highly recommends booking your hotel room at the Hilton New Orleans Airport. You can do so by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
Hotels in New Orleans
By Diane Hiltabidle
Crowne Plaza
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
739 Canal Street at Bourbon, New Orleans, LA
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ExteriorPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Bar and LoungePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Brennan's Bourbon LoungePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Double Queen GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
King Bed GuestroomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
PoolPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Presidential SuitePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group
The Astor Crowne Plaza – French Quarter hotel is a grand establishment that offers high-quality services and eco-friendly products at a fraction of the cost. It is located at the gateway to the French Quarter, which provides easy access to area attractions, historical sites, shopping, and the Superdome, most of which are within walking distance. This makes the hotel a perfect spot for guests looking for family and adult fun alike. It is also 12 miles from Louis Armstrong International Airport, and for those driving to the hotel, parking is available for a minimal fee per day, with valet service available.
The friendly hotel staff is well-versed in Southern hospitality, so they are more than happy to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Concierge service is available for all guests to help with any and all questions during your stay.
The establishment has an elegant lobby and foyer area. And the 693 spacious rooms have in-room safes, two dual-line phones with voicemail, high-speed Internet, and CD players. Some of the rooms also have gorgeous balcony views of the city.
For guests who need to conduct business during their stay, the hotel has a 24-hour business center. And once you have finished your business, you can relax on the rooftop pool and terrace or work out in the fitness room.
The hotel is home to Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House Restaurant and Seafood Bar, which serves Southern cuisines and fresh seafood for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are also several restaurants in the area, so guests have several dining options during their stay at the Astor.
The Astor is the perfect hotel for businesspeople and vacationers who want to stay in a luxurious atmosphere while saving money at the same time. Its proximity to several New Orleans attractions and restaurants make this a great option for anyone who wants to experience the excitement and beauty of The Crescent City. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book you hotel with the Astor Crowne Plaza by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
The friendly hotel staff is well-versed in Southern hospitality, so they are more than happy to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Concierge service is available for all guests to help with any and all questions during your stay.
The establishment has an elegant lobby and foyer area. And the 693 spacious rooms have in-room safes, two dual-line phones with voicemail, high-speed Internet, and CD players. Some of the rooms also have gorgeous balcony views of the city.
For guests who need to conduct business during their stay, the hotel has a 24-hour business center. And once you have finished your business, you can relax on the rooftop pool and terrace or work out in the fitness room.
The hotel is home to Dickie Brennan’s Bourbon House Restaurant and Seafood Bar, which serves Southern cuisines and fresh seafood for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. There are also several restaurants in the area, so guests have several dining options during their stay at the Astor.
The Astor is the perfect hotel for businesspeople and vacationers who want to stay in a luxurious atmosphere while saving money at the same time. Its proximity to several New Orleans attractions and restaurants make this a great option for anyone who wants to experience the excitement and beauty of The Crescent City. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book you hotel with the Astor Crowne Plaza by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).