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May 21, 2013

Save the Date: New Orleans Summer Events 2013

Here in NOLA, you’re bound to find an event or festival going on, no matter which weekend you visit!  While we’ve talked about many of these events in the past, you may be interested in updated dates and features for this summer’s big events.  Avenue Inn invites you to be our guest during any and [...]

April 27, 2013

The Magic Behind Mardi Gras: Float Construction

Filed under: Festivals,Local Culture,Local Events,New Orleans Events — Tags: , , — Joe Rabhan @ 11:55 pm

The revelry of Mardi Gras has passed for the year, but the wonder of the event remains throughout the year.  The celebrating, the parades, those amazing floats with the colors, the detail, and the animation… Speaking of the amazing floats, do you ever wonder how they come to be each year? For those of you [...]

April 11, 2013

Savor Traditional Creole Favorites at the Gumbo Shop

Filed under: Eating New Orleans,Local Attractions — Tags: , , — Joe Rabhan @ 1:26 pm

Without a doubt, many people come to New Orleans for the iconic Creole and Cajun fare that we’re known for.  So many places feature their own versions of these dishes that you can’t throw a stone without it landing in a bowl of gumbo!  But if you’re looking for our humble opinion of one of [...]

April 6, 2013

NOLA Botanical Garden, Couturie Forest, and City Park

For some, nature is the ultimate in relaxation: getting away to someplace that has an abundance of plant life and trees is a great, if not ideal way to spend time away from their cares.  But in a big city like New Orleans, how do you find such a place?  One option for both outdoor [...]

March 16, 2013

New Orleans is the Perfect Destination for a Romantic Wedding

Filed under: Honeymoon,Local Attractions,Weddings — Tags: , — Joe Rabhan @ 2:36 am

Christmas, New Year’s, and Valentine’s Day.  What is the one thing these three holidays have in common?  Proposals, of course!  Studies show that more couples get engaged on holidays than any other time of year, and since these three happen in such quick succession, we’re betting that thousands of couples in America are now planning [...]

March 5, 2013

Find History and Beauty in NOLA’s Above-ground Cemeteries

Filed under: Local Attractions — Tags: , — Joe Rabhan @ 10:38 pm

If you drive in or around NOLA, you may come across what looks like small, fenced-in cities here and there throughout the area.  But wait, most of the buildings are white, and none are taller than a small building.  Chances are that you haven’t found the latest architectural fad; instead you’ve found one of our [...]

February 26, 2013

New Orleans Springs to Life in 2013 With Amazing Festivals

Spring will be here before you know it, and along with it come some of the biggest and best events on the bayou! Despite the fact that there are hundreds of area hotels, you just can not get the personalized service and welcoming atmosphere that a bed and breakfast offers.  When you stay at the [...]

February 7, 2013

Foodfest: Regional Food Highlights From NOLA and Around the Country

If you have ever been to New Orleans, you know that you certainly won’t go hungry here in the Crescent City.  If you haven’t ventured this way, know that you are in for a gastronomical treat when you visit!  And the very best way to experience all the food offerings in this great city?  Come on [...]

January 20, 2013

March Events in NOLA: St. Patrick’s Day and More

It’s that time again.  Time to think past Mardi Gras to the next big celebration:  St. Patrick’s Day and the celebrations that surround it!  This year, the holiday falls on a Sunday, making for an entire weekend of celebration.  While some events happen in static locations, much of the excitement comes in the form of [...]

January 10, 2013

The Romance of a New Orleans Valentine’s Day Getaway

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner!  Why not whisk your special someone away to a romantic stay here in New Orleans to celebrate the holiday?  Whether you stay for a weekend, or choose join us for several days, there is enough to see and do here on the Bayou to fill your stay with [...]

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