Spotlight on New Orleans
Step into "The Big Easy," a soulful city abound with rich history, mouth-watering Cajun and Creole cuisine, and an incomparable soundtrack during Carnival. Get to know the "birthplace of jazz" during your extended stay in the heart of the French Quarter in New Orleans just in time for Carnival. Visit a museum in Tremé and gain a historical perspective on Mardi Gras traditions. Spend time at the festive Mardi Gras World. Discover unique flavors during a cooking class featuring the popular dishes of the city as well as dinner at The Court of Two Sisters with a balcony overlooking Bourbon Street. Come to know the city’s music when taking in a spirited jazz revue at a French Quarter jazz club. Learn the secrets of the famous French Quarter on a walking tour featuring St. Louis Cathedral and the French Marketplace. Enjoy reserved seats at two uptown parades - bring a bag for all of the plush throws, beads and treasures you’ll catch. Enjoy a single-hotel stay in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter amidst jazz, streetcars, and an unmistakable joie de vivre. Less