New Orleans tourism updates

2025 Essence Festival of Culture Celebrates Black Heritage

News Summary The 2025 Essence Festival of Culture is taking place in New Orleans, celebrating Black culture with a spotlight…

3 weeks ago

Amtrak Reopens Mardi Gras Rail Service from New Orleans

News Summary Amtrak is set to resume its passenger rail service between New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, starting August 18,…

3 weeks ago

Amtrak Launches Mardi Gras Service on Gulf Coast

News Summary Amtrak has announced the launch of its new Gulf Coast passenger service, the Mardi Gras Service, starting August…

3 weeks ago

Amtrak to Launch Mardi Gras Train Service Between Mobile and New Orleans

News Summary Amtrak is set to launch its Mardi Gras Service on August 18, connecting Mobile, Alabama, to New Orleans…

3 weeks ago

Celebrating 75 Years of ‘Stormin’ of the Sazerac’ Protest

News Summary A lively luncheon at the Roosevelt Hotel commemorated the 75th anniversary of the 'Stormin' of the Sazerac', a…

1 month ago

Inaugural New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix Set to Launch

News Summary This weekend marks the kickoff of the first-ever New Orleans Powerboat Grand Prix on Lake Pontchartrain, featuring the…

1 month ago

HRI Hospitality Adds Hilton New Orleans to Its Portfolio

News Summary HRI Hospitality has announced the addition of Hilton New Orleans St. Charles Avenue to its portfolio. Set for…

1 month ago

Louisiana State Racing Commission Approves Race Dates

News Summary The Louisiana State Racing Commission has approved 76 race dates for the upcoming meet at Fair Grounds Race…

1 month ago

Major Roadworks Affecting I-10 and LA 611-9 in New Orleans

News Summary Beginning June 22, significant roadworks will impact critical routes in New Orleans, including I-10 and LA 611-9. The…

1 month ago

Metairie Welcomes First Mango Store in Louisiana

News Summary The first Mango store in Louisiana has opened at the Lakeside Shopping Center in Metairie. This new location,…

1 month ago