Hospitality Industry Press Releases

05/25/2012 Five properties of the New Orleans Hotel Collection earn 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Bourbon Orleans, Dauphine Orleans, Hotel Le Marais, Hotel Mazarin and Crowne Plaza New Orleans Airport Honored as a Highly Rated Hotels as Reviewed by Travelers on the World’s Largest Travel Site ... More

05/23/2012 We're Dropping Some Big Names & Rolling Out the Red Carpet for FestiGals 2012!

In only a few short weeks, New Orleans will welcome women from throughout the U.S. for the annual FestiGals Weekend. ... More

05/22/2012 Batch Brings Barrel Service to New Orleans

New Hyatt French Quarter bar to feature infused spirits, barrel and flask service ... More

05/22/2012 Hyatt French Quarter opens in New Orleans

Following an $18M renovation to historic hotel property ... More

05/22/2012 Hyatt Place New Orleans/Convention Center Celebrates Official Opening of Newly Renovated Hotel

The hotel is centrally located, in the Warehouse District, steps away from the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center and within walking distance of the city’s main attractions, like the French Quarter and Mercedes Benz Superdome. ... More

05/22/2012 SoBou: A Modern Creole Saloon Opening in W New Orleans French Quarter this June

SoBou, a "spirited restaurant," offering cutting-edge cocktails and Louisiana street food-inspired small plates will open in W New Orleans -French Quarter on June 25, 2012. ... More

05/22/2012 STOMP returns to New Orleans for a specia five-performance engagement, Sept. 14-16, at The Mahalia Jackson Theater

Tickets will go on sale to the public Thursday, May 24 at 11 a.m. ... More

05/22/2012 The Wild Magnolias Featuring Bo Dollis Play Jazz in the Park, May 24

People United for Armstrong Park's free Jazz in the Park concert series continues its run Thursday, May 24, from 5-8 p.m. ... More

05/18/2012 Audubon Cottages of the New Orleans Hotel Collection Reopens after Completing Multi-million Dollar Renovation

Luxury Lodging now Offering Bespoke "French Quarter Butler" Service ... More

05/18/2012 Hotel Mazarin to host noted Author Elizabeth Goldsmith for Presentation and Book signing

Hotel Mazarin, part of the New Orleans Hotel Collection, will be hosting author Elizabeth Goldsmith, a Boston University French professor, about her recently released book: THE KINGS' MISTRESSES. The book is a colorful double biography of Marie and Hortense Mancini-two aristocratic sisters raised in the court of Louis XIV, who fled their husbands and began lives of extraordinary daring on the run and in the public eye. Think the Thelma & Louise of the 17th Century! ... More

05/18/2012 New Orleans Hotel Collection announces Partnership with Unique New Festival in New Orleans

In a move that recognizes the flourishing popularity of a recent addition to the New Orleans festival schedule, the organizers of the "San Fermin in Nueva Orleans" Festival (better known as the Running of the Bulls) have announced a partnership with the New Orleans Hotel Collection, naming the Collection the "Exclusive Hotel Sponsors" of the event. ... More

05/17/2012 Algiers Economic Development Foundation Announces Headliners for its 5th Annual "Wednesday's on the Point" Summer Concert Series

Weekly series adds a Kid's Zone in addition to its diverse musical schedule ... More

05/17/2012 Joins FestiGal’s All-Star Celebrity Lineup: John Folse, The Man Your Momma Warned You About

Award-winning celebrity Chef John Folse has signed on for a Revolutionary Presentation that's sure to please the ladies. ... More

05/16/2012 Algiers Economic Development Foundation Announces Headliners for its 5th Annual “Wednesday’s on the Point” Summer Concert Series

Weekly series adds a Kid's Zone in addition to its diverse musical schedule ... More

05/16/2012 Taylor Scholars Awards Carry on Legacy to Honor Top Achieving Louisiana Students

Press Conference & Presentation: Tuesday, May 15, 2012 at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium ... More

05/15/2012 Ralston Crawford and Jazz Exhibition Explores the

On View June 22-October 14, 2012 at the New Orleans Museum of Art ... More

05/14/2012 Criollo Restaurant and Lounge Brings Contemporary Louisiana Fare to New Orleans French Quarter May 23

The French Quarter restaurant features a menu that highlights the blended flavors and cultures of New Orleans. ... More

05/14/2012 Jazz Fest 2012 450,000 Fans Attend the Seven-Day Extravaganza

The 2012 Jazz Fest was attended by an estimated 450,000 people over the course of the seven days of the event, marking the highest attendance since 2003. ... More

05/14/2012 Luxury goes mobile; The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L. L. C debuts mobile app with personal tips from President & C. O. O, Herve Humler

Not content to launch an app with basic functionalities, The Ritz-Carlton App serves up exclusive tips, tours and integrates with the brands other social platforms such as Foursquare World Concierge ... More

05/14/2012 Moroccan Carpet Weavers to Present Weaving Workshops, Carpet Exhibition and Public Presentation at Ashe Cultural Arts Center

The Moroccan Carpet Caravan 2012 brings two Tamazight carpet weavers and their translator from the Valley of the Roses in Morocco to the Ashe Cultural Arts Center in New Orleans from June 25-29, 2012. ... More

05/14/2012 New Orleans Antiques Forum celebrates two bicentennials

Registration for fifth annual event opens Friday, June 1; forum will be held August 2–5 ... More

05/14/2012 Save the Date! 12th Annual Satchmo SummerFest

Save the date for Satchmo SummerFest - August 3-5, 2012 presented by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. ... More

05/01/2012 W Hotel Reveals a Rebellious Underground in New Orleans French Quarter with Redesigned Look and Style

To provide an enhanced W experience for its guests, W French Quarter will unveil a new image this summer. ... More

04/26/2012 Doesn't Mom Deserve More than One Day? Give Her an Entire Weekend at FestiGals

The 2012 FestiGals Weekend, June 22-24 in New Orleans offers Mom a three-day weekend created by women for women in a city that Travel & Leisure voted the "Friendliest City in the U.S." ... More

04/25/2012 Butterfly Garden Celebrates New Animals and More Butterflies

Members now enjoy free admission to Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium! ... More

04/24/2012 ACE Theatrical Group Trumpets New Orleans as a Top Stage Production Location in Variety Magazine

ACE Theatrical Group is touting the Big Easy as a top stage production location in the entertainment's premier magazine, Variety. ... More

04/24/2012 Conde Nast Traveler places the Saint Hotel in New Orleans on its 2012 Hot List

Only New Orleans Property Chosen to be Featured on The Today Show ... More

04/24/2012 Scholars and Chefs to Discuss Cultural, Historical Significance of Pralines

Join The Historic New Orleans Collection and Dillard University for Creole Sweet ... More

04/18/2012 Enjoy an Easy Trip to the Big Easy!

Don't let rising gas prices put your vacation on hold. ... More

04/18/2012 Restaurant Revolution to open on June 4 in New Orleans' French Quarter

New Restaurant from Acclaimed Chefs John Folse and Rick Tramonto to Debut at Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans ... More

04/18/2012 'Tastings at the Track' Return May 17

Held in partnership with Dorignac's Food Center, this reception-style tasting will feature 30 fine wines from around the world. ... More

04/18/2012 Vampire Festival Presents New Summer Festival

Midsummer Nightmare Continues in the Vampire Tradition and Beyond…… ... More

04/12/2012 Tales of the Cocktail® Explores New Orleans Culture, Cuisine and Cocktails

Six new excursions and a street food and go cup event shake up the Tales of the Cocktail® 10th Anniversary spirited celebration ... More

04/04/2012 Friends of City Park raffles 2012 FIAT to support new entrance to Botanical Garden and Storyland

While Lark in the Park, Friends of City Park’s premier fundraiser, has come and gone for another year, its goal of raising funds for the new entrance to the Botanical Garden and Storyland continues. ... More

03/29/2012 New Exhibit at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum: The Story of Coffee in New Orleans

This exhibit, the first in a series, explores the importation of coffee to the Port of New Orleans as well as early companies, such as Community Coffee Company, which roasted and sold the beans. ... More

03/28/2012 New Orleans Wine and Food Experience Offers Hotel Packages

Rest assured you'll have a good time! ... More

03/26/2012 Cocktail Bar at Windsor Court Opens Offering A Modern Take on Classic Cocktails

The Windsor Court Hotel announces the opening of Cocktail Bar at Windsor Court, the hotel’s new lobby bar created as part of the recent $22 million restoration of the entire property. ... More

03/26/2012 New Orleans’ Windsor Court Hotel Completes $22 Million Restoration

Redesigned Guestrooms, Suites, Public Spaces and Refresh of The Polo Club Lounge, and The Grill Room and Addition of Lobby Cocktail Bar Debut with Spa set to Open in Spring 2012 ... More

03/26/2012 Upcoming 2012 Events at the New Orleans Museum of Art

Visit www.noma.org for more info on each event listed below ... More

03/19/2012 An FBO “Designed by Pilots for Pilots” Debuts its New Terminal at Lakefront Airport

After almost four years, AeroPremier Jet Center finally moves into its new FBO offices in a recently renovated terminal that the Orleans Levee District designed and restored. ... More

03/19/2012 Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel New Orleans Receives AAA Four Diamonds Award for Second Year

The Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel has been recognized for the second year in a row as a AAA Approved, Four Diamond hotel based on the results of AAA’s latest hotel evaluation. ... More

03/14/2012 AlliedPRA Destination Management New Orleans achieved highest Post-Program Client Satisfaction scores

This is the third time that AlliedPRA New Orleans has been honored with the Highest Overall Award. ... More

03/13/2012 The 1896 O’Malley House B&B is the first in the country to offer the InnConcierge App to its guests

The Concierge app gives guest users access to a broad range of information including area attractions/history, tours, gift shop, dining, in-room services , spa services, contact numbers and even guest reviews. ... More

03/08/2012 NBC’s Today Show Co-host To Headline Women’s Festival

Today Show co-host, Dateline correspondent and New York Times best-selling author, Hoda Kotb, has been tapped to headline the 2012 FestiGals celebration in New Orleans this summer. ... More

03/07/2012 Carnival Destiny to Undergo Dramatic Transformation During Massive $155 Million Refit in Early 2013

Ship to be Renamed Carnival Sunshine and Operate Mediterranean Itineraries from April to October 2013 Followed by Launch of Year-Round Service from New Orleans ... More

03/02/2012 Armstrong International Airport Reports End of Year Record Numbers

The Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport reported a record number of passengers traveled through Armstrong International Airport in 2011. ... More

03/01/2012 African-American Artists Organize Fourth Annual Douglas Redd Cultural Summit

(Summit named in honor of artist and cofounder of Ashé Cultural Arts Center) ... More

03/01/2012 Broadcast News! Full All-Star New Orleans Cast Returns for National WWII Museum's Stage Door Canteen Musical - On the Air

Don't touch that dial. The Stage Door Canteen at The National WWII Museum is giving audiences a front row seat to radio's golden age with a return engagement of its award-nominated sweet and swing-y musical On the Air, beginning March 9, 2012. On the Air, which premiered last year, is nominated for three Big Easy Theater Awards including Best Musical 2011, Best Original Work of Theatre 2011 (Victoria Reed and Sean Patterson, authors) and Best Supporting Actor in a Musical 2011 - Gary Rucker. ... More

03/01/2012 Fair Grounds has Plenty Left for Home Stretch

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots has saved plenty of action for the home stretch of its 140th Thoroughbred Racing Season, with the biggest stakes and best parties still to come in the meet's final five weeks. Highlights include the 2012 debut of Horse of the Year Havre de Grace in the March 17 New Orleans Ladies, two more Starlight Racing events on March 16 and 30, and an epic closing weekend with Fair Grounds Oaks Day on March 31 and Louisiana Derby Day on April 1. ... More

02/28/2012 JPAS Proudly Presents the Local Premiere of this Tony-Award Winning Musical The Light in the Piazza

Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is proud to present the local premiere of Craig Lucas and Adam Guettel's THE LIGHT IN THE PIAZZA. The romance of Florence combines with a passionate love story in this moving Tony-Award winning musical. On stage for three performances only! ... More

02/24/2012 ADMEI Recognized ACCENT on Arrangements, Inc. with an ADMEI Achievement Award

ACCENT on Arrangements, Inc. received an Achievement Award from the Association of Destination Management Executives International (ADMEI) at its Annual Conference recently held in Memphis, Tennessee. ... More

02/17/2012 New exhibition explores early Louisiana furniture, woodworking

The Historic New Orleans Collection's next exhibition, "Furnishing Louisiana, 1735-1835," traces the emergence of the distinctive craftsmanship of Creole America-what the New York Times called "a signature Louisiana style." ... More

02/15/2012 All Hail Seafood Season at Zea Rotisserie & Grill

Limited time menu introduces new seafood dishes featuring bold flavors ... More

02/15/2012 Semolina Celebrates the Revival of Crawfish Season Starting February 22

The Crawfish Revival, which has become a popular tradition at Semolina, is coming back for another year starting February 22. The restaurant is celebrating its return with three appetizers and five tantalizing entrees featuring Louisiana crawfish for a limited time. ... More

02/14/2012 Bourbon Orleans Hotel Announces Completion of Multimillion Dollar Renovation

The Bourbon Orleans Hotel has announced the completion of a multimillion dollar renovation affecting all of the hotel's 218 luxury guestrooms and 28 distinctive balcony suites. The renovation began in August, restoring the iconic French Quarter hotel's accommodations to the top of the market offerings. ... More

02/13/2012 Casting Announced for Disney's THE LION KING Broadway's Award-Winning Best Musical

LSU Graduate Among Cast Members ... More

02/10/2012 Young Leadership Council Unveils 13th Annual YLC Wednesday at the Square Line-Up

Concerts Will Last 30 Minutes Longer Every Wednesday ... More

02/08/2012 It’s Entertaining…It’s Enriching…And It’s All About Women

FestiGals Celebrates Women…New Orleans-style! ... More

02/08/2012 LRA-Greater New Orleans chapter announces the We Live to Eat “Dig In” Photo Contest Winners

The Louisiana Restaurant Association’s (LRA) Greater New Orleans Chapter today announced the top winners of the We Live to Eat “Dig In” photo contest. ... More

02/08/2012 The Roosevelt New Orleans Receives Top Honor in 2012 TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Awards

TripAdvisor, Inc., the world’s largest travel website, reveals The Roosevelt New Orleans, A Waldorf Astoria Hotel was named among the top 10 best luxury hotels in the United States in its 2012 Travelers’ Choice® awards. ... More

02/06/2012 Loyola's Montage Series presents acclaimed husband and wife piano duo

Acclaimed husband and wife pianists, David Sutanto and Shao-Shan Chen, will present a duo piano recital featuring works by Franz Schubert, Johannes Brahms, Franz Liszt and Frédéric Chopin at Loyola University New Orleans on Friday, Feb. 3, at 7:30 p.m. in Louis J. Roussel Performance Hall, located in the Communications/Music Complex, on the corner of St. Charles Avenue and Calhoun Street. ... More

01/27/2012 House of Blues 18th Anniversary Bash featuring Keb' Mo' Band

This January, House of Blues New Orleans celebrates 18 years with an anniversary bash featuring Keb' Mo' Band and special guest Anders Osborne on Sunday, January 29, 2012. ... More

01/27/2012 MS Rau Antiques Celebrates Its Cenntennial in March 2012 as One of the Country's Oldest and Largest Antiques, Fine Arts, Estate Jewelry Dealers

Located in the Historic French Quarter for 100 years, Three Generations of the Rau Family Have Been an Integral Part of New Orleans and Its Economy ... More

01/27/2012 The Most Anticipated Hotel of the Year, the Saint Hotel is Finally Open

New Boutique Hotel in Landmark Building on Canal Street Celebrates Grand Opening with an Old New Orleans Style Fête Invitation-Only Party Open for Media Coverage ... More

01/27/2012 Twelve (12) Travel Trends in 2012 at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans

Every January, travel experts share their predictions regarding the industry trends that will shape the upcoming year. The following is a list of the top 12 trends, along with a quick description of how The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans plans to incorporate them and stay ahead of the curve! ... More

01/25/2012 Steve Queyrouze Named LRA SIF Senior Vice President

The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) is pleased to name Steve Queyrouze as LRA Self Insurer's Fund for workers' compensation Senior Vice President. Queyrouze began his new role January 23, 2012 and will oversee 22 staff members. ... More

01/23/2012 "Likes" Can Lead to Wings

We Live to Eat sponsors Facebook contest; winner receives 2 American Airline Tickets ... More

01/23/2012 Broadway in New Orleans Unveils Its 2012-2013 Season

A Season that is truly "Too Good to be True!" ... More

01/10/2012 Exhibit Opening: Tea for Two

See the progression of tea services over the span of time and place at Longue Vue's exhibit opening February 2, 2012 ... More

01/10/2012 Springhill Suites New Orleans Presents Design and Style with New Hotel Renovation

SpringHill Suites New Orleans Downtown has undergone a major renovation of its 208 suites and lobby, combining a fresh new look with smart design and style. Located at 301 St. Joseph Street, the New Orleans SpringHill Suites is located in downtown and 14 miles from the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY). ... More

01/09/2012 New Mardi Gras Study Shows New Orleans Realizes Continued Strong Economic Impact and Increasing Returns Over Direct Services Costs

A new study on the economic value of the 2011 Mardi Gras season showed a total contribution to the New Orleans economy of $300.7 million, while providing the City of New Orleans with nearly $8.50 in tax revenues for every $1 the city spent in direct services support like police, fire and sanitation. ... More

01/03/2012 Hotel Monteleone Names Marie Long Director of Entertainment

The Hotel Monteleone, home of the historic Carousel Bar and Lounge, named Marie Long director of entertainment. The appointment is effective immediately. ... More

01/03/2012 The Saint Hotel Opens with Special Rates for the BCS National Championship Bowl

New Boutique Hotel in Landmark Building on Canal Street Welcomes Alabama Fans to New Orleans ... More

10/27/2011 Armstrong International Airport Opens Six Gate Concourse D Expansion

Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport hosted the official ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the Concourse D Expansion today at 11 a.m. ... More

10/26/2011 Big Days, Fresh Faces and New Wagers for Historic 140th Thoroughbred Racing Season

Horse racing fans have plenty of reason to be excited for the upcoming milestone 140th Thoroughbred Racing Season at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, from the growing number of major stakes days to the addition of at least a dozen new trainers, not to mention an expanded and improved Wagering Menu. ... More

10/21/2011 U.S. Navy and OpSail will commemorate Bicentennial of War of 1812 and Star-Spangled Banner with major events in 2012-2015

U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and the chairman of Operation Sail, Inc., Jose Fuentes, today announced a seven-port public/private partnership for the bicentennial commemoration of the War of 1812 and the writing of The Star-Spangled Banner. ... More

10/19/2011 Duke's on the Basin, A Seafood Camp

Chef Duke LoCicero, the renowned chef/proprietor of award-winning Café Giovanni located in the French Quarter, announces the opening of his second dining destination, aptly named Duke's on the Basin: A Seafood Camp. ... More

10/19/2011 Hyatt Regency New Orleans Reopens its Doors Today Following a $275 Million Redevelopment

Iconic hotel celebrates its grand re-opening with New Orleans Mayor Mitch Landrieu ... More

10/19/2011 Jefferson Performing Arts Society Announces its 34th Season for 2011-2012!

The Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) is excited to announce its 34th Season of performances for 2011-12! JPAS is proud to bring the best in theatre and the performing arts to over 12 venues throughout Louisiana and Mississippi! ... More

10/17/2011 Exhibition Celebrates Preservation Hall's 50th Anniversary

The Louisiana State Museum is launching a major exhibition celebrating the 50th anniversary of Preservation Hall. ... More

10/11/2011 Hilton New Orleans Riverside Highlights the Perfect Meetings and Conventions Experience

Noted New Orleans Hotel Offers Location, Amenities and Top Service ... More

09/27/2011 Tales of the Cocktail® Hits Record Numbers in 2011

The 9th annual Tales of the Cocktail® set record highs for attendees, hotel nights and the economic impact on New Orleans. ... More

09/15/2011 Carey Watermark Investors Acquires Historic New Orleans Hotel

. Carey Watermark Investors Incorporated (CWI) announced today that it has closed on a joint venture investment of approximately $45.7 million in the historic French Quarter of New Orleans with HRI Properties, the original hotel owner and a strategic joint venture partner with a robust real‐estate presence in the area. ... More

09/15/2011 The Grill Room Launches 2011-2012 Wine Class Series

Grill Room Sommelier Sara Kavanaugh to provide fun, unique tour of wine world for guests ... More

08/22/2011 Announcing the Inaugural New Orleans Restaurant Week

The Louisiana Restaurant Association’s (LRA) Greater New Orleans Chapter is excited to announce that New Orleans Restaurant Week will be held September 12-18, 2011. ... More

08/22/2011 Historic Vieux Carré Commission in New Orleans Celebrates 75th Anniversary

Preservation organization has kept French Quarter’s character and charm intact for the world to enjoy ... More

08/18/2011 The Saint Hotel Announces Opening Date

Historic Audubon Building Being Renovated into Boutique Hotel; Noted Chef Michael Stoltzfus to Open “Sweet Olive” ... More

08/15/2011 Exhibition presents 200 years of Louisiana Statehood

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07/26/2011 Hotel New Orleans will Reflag as First Hyatt Place in New Orleans

New owner will launch major renovation this summer ... More

07/26/2011 New Orleans Named Sixth Best City in America

New Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards Readers’ Survey ... More

07/13/2011 The Windsor Court Hotel Named to Top 10 of US / Canada Big City Hotels by Travel + Leisure Magazine

Windsor Court receives highest ranking in Gulf South ... More

06/29/2011 NOBA Announces the 2011-2012 Season

The Mozart of modern dance, a world premiere, gorgeous visual imagery, and innovative collaborators from music, visual art, and fashion highlight NOBA’s new season of dance ... More

06/24/2011 Prospect New Orleans Announces Artists And Venues For NOLA International Contemporary Art Bienniel

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06/23/2011 The New Orleans Hotel Collection Unveils a New French Quarter Wine Bar Opening on Bastille Day

Patrick’s Bar Vin, located at the Saint Louis Hotel, to Feature Private Wine Lockers ... More

06/21/2011 Dueling Barges Fireworks Display to Light Up the River for Go 4th on the River 2011

The Riverfront Marketing Group invites you to celebrate the 4th of July down by the riverside at the 21st annual Go 4th on the River Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza. This year’s event is presented by Chevron, Zito Companies, Budweiser, and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion & Marketing Board and media sponsors ExperienceNewOrleans.com, Magic 101.9 and WWL AM, FM and .com, and WWL-TV Channel 4. ... More

06/08/2011 Olfactory Fun at Windsor Court’s White Wine Component Tasting

Learn how to sample wine like a professional sommelier ... More

05/23/2011 Fred Sawyers Promoted to Complex General Manager

Hilton Worldwide announced today the promotion of Fred Sawyers, a 26-year hotel veteran, as complex general manager of the DoubleTree by Hilton New Orleans in addition to his current responsibilities as general manager of the 1622-room Hilton New Orleans Riverside. ... More

05/10/2011 East Jefferson General Hospital Presents Broadway in New Orleans

Broadway Across America is pleased to announce that East Jefferson General Hospital will be its title sponsor for the 2011-2012 Broadway season. Other sponsors for the season are Cadillac and Hotel Monteleone, each for the third consecutive year, and Zatarain’s as a first time sponsor. ... More

05/02/2011 Exhibition featuring rare Spanish documents comes to the Gulf Coast

“The Threads of Memory” explores Spain’s first 300 years in the United States ... More

04/07/2011 Exhibition covering 300 years of Spanish influence in the U.S. to open May 11

The Historic New Orleans Collection with the Acción Cultural Española (AC/E) and Spain’s Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation ... More

02/08/2011 New Mardi Gras App Tracks Parades in Real Time

Track the progress of Mardi Gras parades in real time this Carnival season with Experience Mardi Gras, a new app downloadable to Apple® or Droid® mobile devices free of charge. ... More

12/29/2010 New Orleans Wine and Food Experience Sets Plans for 2011

Kindred local ingredients and chefs top the program; champagne makes a huge splash ... More

12/01/2010 French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Creates Holiday Magic in Jackson Square

Please join French Quarter Festivals, Inc. to ‘flip the switch’ and debut the lights and decorations in historic Jackson Square on Wednesday, December 1st at 5:30 p.m. near the St. Louis Cathedral gate at Chartres Street. ... More

11/04/2010 New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Celebrates 25 Years

Located along the Mississippi River, within walking distance of the French Quarter, fine dining, attractions and 20,000 first-class hotel rooms, the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, the nation’s sixth largest convention center, has been a favorite destination for national tradeshows and meetings for 25 years. ... More

10/12/2010 The Polo Club Lounge Launches 2010-2011 Mixology Series with Spicy Fall Cocktails

Popular monthly classes resume for cocktail enthusiasts to enjoy lively libations ... More

10/05/2010 Hurricane Katrina – a Storm of Change

Five years after, Louisiana State Museum's riveting new exhibit; Living With Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond documents tragedy and rebirth ... More

09/23/2010 Touch Down this Football Season at Hotel Monteleone: Your Tailgating Headquarters!

Hotel features ticket giveaways, Saints-themed cocktails and half off for halftime drink specials ... More

09/21/2010 New Orleans Ballet Association2010-2011 Season of Dance Visionaries presents

MOMIX Kicks Off Season with its Largest Production Ever! ... More

09/13/2010 Five years after Katrina, reasons to rejoice in New Orleans

Travel Weekly, September 9, 2010 ... More

08/25/2010 Saintsations Unveil 2011 Swimsuit Calendar With 2nd Line Parade Through the Quarter

As our Super Bowl XLIV Champions prepare for the season, the New Orleans Saintsations invite the media to capture the celebration as the 2011 Swimsuit Calendar is unveiled. The public is invited to join the entire cheerleading team for a 2nd Line Parade through the French Quarter featuring the Storyville Stompers Brass Band and Saints Mascots' Gumbo and Sir Saint tomorrow, Wednesday August 25th at 6:00 pm sharp ... More

08/24/2010 Boys Hope Girls Hope Presents “30th Anniversary Gala” Sponsored by AT&T

2010 Fall Gala to Benefit Boys Hope Girls Hope of Greater New Orleans ... More

07/27/2010 Local Students Train with National Dance Professionals

Program culminates with joint performance by students, local artists, and TU Dance ... More

07/09/2010 NTA and Edelman to Host Free Crisis and Media Relations Seminars for Gulf Coast Region

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07/08/2010 Hyatt Regency New Orleans to Reopen

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07/08/2010 Waiters Race this Sunday July 11

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04/01/2010 Windsor Court and Audubon Nature Institute Partner for Butterfly Tea

Hotel, Insectarium collaborate to offer one-of-a-kind experience ... More

02/26/2010 Senate Passes Bipartisan Travel Promotion Act, Sends Bill to President for Signature

US Travel Association ... More

02/08/2010 Irvin Mayfield and the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra Win First Grammy Award!

Debut CD of original compositions recognized as Best Large Jazz Ensemble in 2010 ... More

02/01/2010 Don't Sleep on it...Book a Room Now!

New Orleans Wine & Food Experience Offers Hotel Packages ... More

01/27/2010 Cocktails for a Cause Raises $2,500 for Red Cross

Cure and New Orleans Culinary and Cultural Preservation Society Honoring New Orleans Cocktail Past ... More

01/20/2010 Charity Beneficiaries of Galatoire’s Mardi Gras Auction Add Special Items for Purchase

Event to benefit New Orleans City Park and the Historic New Orleans Collection ... More

01/12/2010 New Orleans Photo Alliance PresentsThe American Dream

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12/22/2009 New Orleans Marriott Launches Turn-Key Voluntourism Program:

Voluntour Gumbo Pairs Groups with Projects for Big Easy Rebuilding ... More

10/29/2009 New Exterior Marks New Era at Superdome

New aluminum panels are being installed on the Louisiana Superdome’s exterior walls in a massive project that will take approximately 14 months ... More

10/08/2009 Spectacular New Superdome Upgrades Coming in 2010 and 2011

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10/07/2009 Macy's Lakeside Opens Tax Refund Center

America’s Premier Retailer Expands Services to Visitors ... More

09/30/2009 Let the Blood Flow- Get Your Tickets & VIP Pass for Vampire Fest

Full Calendar of Events is Now Available ... More

08/25/2009 The French Market Presents

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08/07/2009 Le Meritage Hosts Louisiana Wild Caught Shrimp Dinner to Benefit Shrimper Ray Brandhurst

In Association with the New Orleans Chapter of the Slow Food Movement, Le Meritage to Host Louisiana Wild Caught Shrimp Dinner to Benefit Shrimper Ray Brandhurst and his Family ... More

07/31/2009 ARA Announces the Rental Show’s Returns to New Orleans in 2012

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07/24/2009 The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company Introduces New "Meetings Within Reach" Package Offering

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is reaching out to corporate executives, meeting planners, and conference attendees in an effort to encourage the scheduling of meetings from educational seminars, incentive trips, customer appreciation events to annual retreats. ... More

07/10/2009 2008 ESSENCE Music Festival Sets New Record with More than 428,000 Attendees

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07/10/2009 USA Hosts to Design and Produce 2010 Special Event Gala Celebration

USA Hosts has the prestigious honor of designing and producing the 2010 Special Event Gala Celebration ... More

06/29/2009 After Four Long Years...Broadway is Back in New Orleans!

Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts ... More

06/24/2009 La Quinta Inn & Suites - Downtown New Orleans Completes Multi-million Dollar Renovation

The La Quinta Inn & Suites – Downtown New Orleans at 301 Camp Street recently completed a multi-million dollar renovation and upgrade. ... More

06/23/2009 The Roosevelt New Orleans Books First Musical Act Marking the Return of Entertainment

After nearly 50 years, The Roosevelt New Orleans Hotel is again claiming its spot as a top music destination in the city and around the world. ... More

06/15/2009 The Inn on Bourbon:

New Orleans, Up Close & Personal ... More

06/12/2009 Delectable Dishes to Return to the Roosevelt New Orleans as Hotel Welcomes Prominent Chefs

The smell of fresh morning pastries, desserts, the finest roasted meats and more soon will fill the air at The Roosevelt New Orleans, set to reopen June 25 as a Waldorf Astoria Collection property, thanks to the hiring of Stefan Kauth as executive chef and Robert Plouffe as executive pastry chef. ... More

06/05/2009 The Roosevelt New Orleans Again will Publish Roosevelt Review Magazine

A fixture in every Roosevelt Hotel guest room throughout much of the 20th century, the popular Roosevelt Review magazine will return in October 2009, after The Roosevelt New Orleans opens in early July as a member of the world-famous Waldorf Astoria Collection. ... More

05/22/2009 AEROMEXICO REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO BRING INTERNATIONAL AIRLINE SERVICE BACK TO NEW ORLEANS ON JULY 7

Airline to Serve Market with Six Weekly Non-Stop Flights to Mexico City And Convenient Connecting Service to San Pedro Sula, Honduras ... More

05/12/2009 International Bonsai Event to be held in New Orleans Botanical Garden

International artists will visit New Orleans this summer to teach Bonsai, Penjing, Ikebana, Suiseki and Japanese Gardening during the 3-day annual symposium sponsored by Bonsai Clubs International. ... More

05/06/2009 Southern Food and Beverage Museum Dedicates Gallery to Leah Chase

The Southern Food and Beverage Museum announces the dedication and re-naming of the Louisiana Gallery to honor the life work of New Orleans native Leah Chase on July 1 and 2, 2009. ... More

04/28/2009 Creole Queen’s “Cruise to Mardi Gras World” Sets Sail

New Orleans Attractions Offer Two Times the Fun for One Great Price ... More

04/24/2009 26th Annual French Quarter Fest Ends on a High Note

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04/06/2009 Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport Selects Transportation Company

2004 Blue Ribbon Committee recommendations are impetus for new initiative ... More

03/23/2009 New Orleans Ballet Association presents

The Extreme Dance of DIAVOLO ... More

03/23/2009 NOMA Presents A Discourse in Abstraction: Jennifer Odem and NOMA's Permanent Collection

New permanent video art space also open on second floor ... More

02/17/2009 Rebirth of a Legend: Lakewood Golf Course to Open

Celebration and Private Tourney Friday, Feb. 27 @ 11 a.m. Public Play Begins Saturday, Feb. 28 ... More

02/16/2009 23rd Annual Lundi Gras Celebration at Riverwalk on February 23

Music, Food, Fireworks and Official Arrival of Rex at Riverwalk’s Spanish Plaza ... More

02/16/2009 Reading in Bed Goes High Tech at THE DAUPHINE ORLEANS

French Quarter Hotel introduces Sony Digital Readers ... More

02/10/2009 The Roosevelt New Orleans

New Generations of New Orleanians to be Hosted in World-Famous Blue Room and Legendary Sazerac Bar at the Roosevelt New Orleans ... More

01/29/2009 Hilton New Orleans Riverside Offers Extra Perks to Meeting Planners, Attendees and the Community

Hotel and industry partners give meetings planners a canvas of artistic ideas and perks to add color, memories and value to meetings ... More

05/20/2008 Spring Weekends in the Botanical Garden in City Park

Media Alert ... More

02/15/2008 The 72nd Annual New Orleans Spring Fiesta

The New Orleans Spring Fiesta Association will hold its 72nd Annual Spring Fiesta from March 29th – 30th; and April 4th – 6th, 2008. ... More

02/06/2008 Weddings in Style Magazine Hosts “Garden of Eden” Eco-Friendly Bridal Show at InterContinental

On Sunday, February 10, 2008 InterContinental New Orleans will host the Weddings in Style “Garden of Eden” eco-friendly bridal show. ... More

02/04/2008 The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra's “Festa d’Italia”

A Celebration of American-Italian Contributions to New Orleans Culture ... More

01/28/2008 Contemporary Duck Decoys Come to The Historic New Orleans Collection

Birds of a Feather, a Two-Part Exhibition, Continues January 15 ... More

01/28/2008 Immerse Yourself in History with New Exhibition at The Historic New Orleans Collection

Surrounded by Water on view through August 10 ... More

01/28/2008 New Orleans Ballet Association & The NOCCA Institute

The New Orleans Ballet Association and The NOCCA Institute are pleased to co-present the high-powered contemporary jazz company, River North Chicago Dance Company. ... More

01/28/2008 The New Orleans Museum of Art Presents George Rodrigue

Work of Louisiana’s most famous contemporary artist to be featured in retrospective ... More

01/25/2008 Behind the Bench to Hold ‘Touching a Life Gala'

Behind The Bench, the National Basketball Wives Association, will host the “Touching a Life Gala” on Feb. 15 at 6:30pm at the New Orleans Marriott during the 2008 NBA All Star Weekend in New Orleans, LA. ... More

01/23/2008 TICKETS FOR 2008 NBA ALL-STAR JAM SESSION

TICKETS FOR 2008 NBA ALL-STAR JAM SESSION PRESENTED BY ADIDAS ON SALE JAN. 17 – Hornets’ Chris Paul to Donate 100 Tickets to Recovery School District Students – – First 50 Fans in Line to Receive a Free Ticket – ... More

05/14/2007 ExpressJet Airlines Celebrates Flights From Louis Armstrong International Airport

Start of ExpressJet non-stop service brings several new destinations to New Orleans business and vacation travelers ... More

04/18/2007 The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans-Named One of the 65 Best New Hotels in the World

Source: Conde Nast Traveller’s UK Edition- 2007 Hot List ... More

03/30/2007 Sugar Bowl Impact Tops $125 Million

The Sugar Bowl Committee's 2007 Allstate Sugar Bowl Football Classic and festival events produced an economic impact of $126.7 million for the city and state ... More

03/22/2007 New Orleans Marriott Metairie at Lakeway to Open

Largest Full-Service Hotel in New Orleans Area to Open Since Hurricane Katrina ... More

02/24/2006 Southwest Airlines Pumps Up Schedule for Spring and Summer Travel

Airline Adds Flights in 15 City-pairs, Including New Orleans ... More

02/21/2006 Longue Vue Gardens and Museum Shop Open

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02/06/2006 New Orleans Museum to Re-Open with a Tribute to the Arts

Six months after devastating Hurricane Katrina, the New Orleans Museum of Art will re-open its doors on March 3, 2006 with a grand tribute to the arts called "The HeART of New Orleans." ... More

02/06/2006 Ripley's Believe It or Not! Reopens in Time for Mardi Gras

Collection in New Orleans' Odditorium Spared Major Damage from Katrina ... More

02/06/2006 The Shops at Canal Place Re-open Feb. 10

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02/01/2006 Whole Foods Market® Arabella Station Re-Opened to New Orleans Community Today

Uptown New Orleans Store Welcomed Team Members And Shoppers Back During 8:45 Am Opening Ceremony ... More

01/05/2006 Morton's Steakhouse Reopens at One Canal Place Jan. 12

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12/31/2005 Louisiana SPCA Launches Series of Proactive Programs

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12/15/2005 Historic Streetcars Get Back on Track

Cars to Run Riverfront and Canal Street Routes 7 Days a Week ... More

12/08/2005 Emeril's Restaurant Opens December 8

Lagasse’s Flagship Restaurant Reopens in the Warehouse District ... More

11/01/2005 The Party's Restarted: Mardi Gras World Open

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