How To Experience Easter in True New Orleans Fashion
If you’re lucky enough to be visiting New Orleans during the Easter holiday, you’re in for a treat. NOLA celebrates Easter in its own unique way. And yes, of course we have parades!
Affordable Luxury Ideas from Astrid Solo Travel Advisor
French Quarter Festival: A Celebration of the Unique and Vibrant Culture of New Orleans.
French Quarter Festival is one of the greatest celebrations of the unique and vibrant culture of New Orleans. With nearly 2,000 musicians across all genres of music, delicious local food, and ample amounts of entertainment, all for free, this is a great event for any solo traveler visiting New Orleans this spring!
Enjoy Great Food, Feel Great Doing It at Hogs for a Cause
Hog’s for the Cause is basically one giant, community barbecue benefiting the families of children battling pediatric brain cancer. Enjoy great food, great music, and a great time at this unique New Orleans festival!
New Orleans Festival Season
Nowhere else on the planet is there a greater selection and wider diversity of fabulous special events than those you can experience in New Orleans. Whether you're into music, or art, or historic literature there is a New Orleans festival for you!
St. Patrick's Day in New Orleans
The St. Patrick's Day Parade might just seem like an excuse to keep the party going, but the Irish have long played an important role in the city of New Orleans, so the holiday and it's celebrating are not only a time for revelry, but a time to celebrate the unique Irish heritage in New Orleans.
Episode 002: Mardi Gras New Orleans Solo Traveler's Guide
Is Mardi Gras season a good time to visit New Orleans as a solo traveler? Astrid Clements says yes! Find out why, and how to experience a safe, memorable and exciting New Orleans Mardi Gras traveling alone by listening to the latest episode of our Solo Travel Talk podcast!
What Is Twelfth Night and Why Is Everyone So Excited About It?
Twelfth Night kicks off the Carnival season, and in New Orleans, this means that the Mardi Gras festivities can finally begin. Everyone knows that this is the most wonderful time of the year here, and it’s time to celebrate with some long-awaited King Cake!
What to do in New Orleans In January
Looking for things to do in New Orleans in January? Here are our recommendations for fun, exciting events to attend as a solo traveler visiting NOLA in the month of January!
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!
Celebrate Champagne Day in New Orleans
From the Vallée de la Marne to the banks of the Mississippi - join other solo travelers from around the world in enjoying Champagne Day in New Orleans. Check out the best places to celebrate this festive day in New Orleans.