March 21st – 25th marks the annual Tennessee Williams Literary Festival, though the famous streetcar stopped operating over 60 years ago. The festival remains part of the New Orleans Literary Festival. Williams stayed in New Orleans during one of his most fruitful periods, and the city became a source of inspiration for the playwright. Every…
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St. Patrick’s Day
You can always count on New Orleans for a great party, and St. Patrick’s Day is no exception. You’ll find revelry throughout the city, but the star of the official event is of course a parade! Floats, trucks, marching bands and more take to the streets, listening for the cry of, “Throw me something,…
Ice Cream Picks
As the season starts to heat up near your New Orleans hotel, the city offers many ways to cool down with ice cream destinations and shops. Check out Creole Creamery at 4924 Prytania St., known for their scoops, sundaes and shakes. The parlor features constantly changing flavors, many of which are inspired by local cuisine.…
Saenger Theatre
No visit to New Orleans is complete without a trip to the Saenger Theatre at 1111 Canal Street. Located in the downtown Central Business District, it was designed by Emile Weil in 1927 and quickly became a landmark in the city. Known for its re-creation of 15th century Italian exterior designs, including the lavish courtyard…