Louisiana Insider Tips

Louisiana, New Orleans | Discover penguins, stingrays and a white gator at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas or get up close and personal with your favorite insect or butterfly at Audubon Insectarium.

Louisiana, New Orleans | Keep the Mardi Gras good times rolling by enjoy the weekend in New Orleans with a Sunday Burlesque Brunch: Legs and Eggs at the W French Quarter. Marvel at world-famous burlesque dancer Bella Blue who performs to live music while you dine on three creative Creole courses by Chef Juan Carlos Gonzalez.

Louisiana, New Orleans | W French Quarter features WHappenings, hosted by Tidbits New Orleans' It Girl, Robin Barnes. Enjoy complimentary Dive-In Movie nights during the summers, complete with poolside fashions, throwback tunes, movies and cocktails. ~ Rachel Brodie, Destination Marketing Manager.

Louisiana, New Orleans | The most delicious beignets, amazing coffee and delectable hot chocolate can be found at Cafe De Monde. They have a great atmosphere and the food is fantastic, I ate there twice! The French Quarter has so many historical buildings, and it really comes alive at night with local musicians playing on the corners, live jazz music and numerous restaurant options. ~ Andriana Ramos, Destination Specialist

Louisiana, New Orleans | Known for his infectious grin and extraordinary trumpet playing, celebrate New Orleans' native son, LouisSatchmo Armstrong, during Satchmo SummerFest featuring musical tributes, exhibits and culinary delicacies.

Louisiana, New Orleans | For those youngsters who enjoy chills and thrills, experience the colorful history of the French Quarter with nighttime haunted history adventures. Or, take a sneak peak behind the famous floats of the parade at the Mardi Gras World tour. Kids can try on costumes, take photos and sample the famous King Cake year-round.

Louisiana, New Orleans | With a commitment to fresh and seasonal ingredients, The Ritz-Carlton offers guests the chance to join acclaimed global cuisine chefs in the kitchen and at the dining table. Consider a culinary pilgrimage to these foodie destinations to try their most iconic dishes. At The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans, Creole cooking holds its reigns with iconic dishes including bananas Foster, pain perdu and shrimp Creole.