Atmospheric hotels, outdoor adventures, and plenty of excellent meals
Every year in the weeks leading up to Easter, more than one million tourists visit New Orleans to take part in the citywide celebration of Mardi Gras. But there’s more to spring in this Southern city than beads, debauchery, and parades. One can complement the revelry with healthy balance by getting lost in nature, sampling the diverse, locally-sourced fare, and appreciating the rich history. Click here for more restaurant ideas.
Here’s what to see, eat, and do.
WHERE TO STAY
If you want to be in the middle of the action, check into the Soniat House in the heart of the French Quarter. The luxe, 30-room boutique hotel was built in the 1800s and is decorated with antiques collected by the owners on their global travels.
Away from the hubbub is the Henry Howard Hotel in the Garden District. The area is renowned for its quieter atmosphere, live oak trees, and beautifully-restored historic mansions. Constructed in 1867 as a double townhome, the Henry Howard fuses old-world design with modern, sleek finishes.
