Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor


How to Spend a Solo NYE in New Orleans

How to Spend a Solo NYE in New Orleans

Whether you're in the mood for a decadent gala or a more intimate gathering, New Orleans has just the party to suit your style! 

Experience a True New Orleans Block Party at White Linen Night

Experience a True New Orleans Block Party at White Linen Night

Whitney White Linen Night is an event that occurs every year around Labor Day in the New Orleans Warehouse District. This is the Warehouse District’s chance to show off NOLA’s thriving art scene, and your chance to experience a true NOLA block party!

Effervescence is the Place to Drink Champagne in the French Quarter!

Effervescence is the Place to Drink Champagne in the French Quarter!

Effervescence is an elegant sleek champagne bar with chef inspired sharing plates on the edge of the French Quarter. If you’re a traveler, or local, looking for a fine place to enjoy a class of champagne or sparkling wine, look no further than this hip French Quarter bar!

What to Eat, See and Do on New Orleans' Charming Oak Street

What to Eat, See and Do on New Orleans' Charming Oak Street

Spend a day strolling down New Orleans' picturesque Oak Street, a Carrollton gem that still retains the turn-of-the-last-century feel of an old Americana Main Street. 

Escape to Where the Action Is: The Fabulous Fontainebleau Hotel

Escape to Where the Action Is: The Fabulous Fontainebleau Hotel

While there are many wonderful hotels around the world that are outstanding, there are few that are iconic. The Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach falls is in this rare category. If you’re looking for a memorable and exciting place to stay in Miami Beach, this is it!

Halloween in New Orleans: The Most Haunting Party of the Year

Halloween in New Orleans: The Most Haunting Party of the Year

Second only to Mardi Gras when it comes to costumes, revelry, and an overall good time, Halloween in New Orleans is the most haunting party of the year!