Make New Orleans your next trip in 2024 or 2025, with an exciting lineup of concerts, hotel openings and special events for family travelers to enjoy. Whether a sports fan, a foodie or a Disney lover, the Big Easy beckons you to explore its historic streets.
New Orleans Named No. 1 Food Destination in the United States
You thought New Orleans couldn’t get any better with its flavorful dishes and lively restaurants, but it’s now official: New Orleans has been named by TripAdvisor as the No. 1 food destination in the country. The designation marks New Orleans’ second consecutive year holding this title.
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Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium Reopens
This June, Audubon Nature Institute completes renovations. Opening on World Ocean’s Day on June 8, the renovation makes the Audubon campus the only aquarium and insectarium under one roof in the world.
Traditional Bed and Breakfast Comes to the City
Copper Vine Winepub & Inn, a “restaurant-first” rendition on a traditional bed and breakfast, soon opens in New Orleans. The inn features just 11 rooms and an increased restaurant floorplan for expanded dining and private events.
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Disney Takes Inspiration from New Orleans
After a visit to New Orleans, make for either Walt Disney World or Disneyland for the all-new ride based on the New Orleans-set movie, The Princess and the Frog. Taking over former Splash Mountain, Tiana’s Bayou Adventure opens this summer.
Looking Ahead …
New Orleans has officially been announced as host of Super Bowl LIX in 2025. To prepare for the event, Caesars Superdome is currently under massive renovations, slated to be completed this year.
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