A UNIQUE CITY IN NORTH AMERICA

New Orleans is one of the most important port cities in the United States, located on the Mississippi River Delta An American city, rich in history, romance and with a unique culture Louis Armstrong International Airport connects New Orleans to Toronto, Cancun and Panama (June 24) 14 Airlines provide 46 direct flights to Nueva York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Dallas, Las Vegas, Houston, San Antonio, Miami, Orlando, Chicago, Seattle, San Francisco y Atlanta THE CRESCENT CITY

NEW ORLEANS NEIGHBORHOODS Founded in 1718, New Orleans is a multicultural city with old world charm Known for its festivals, its music and its inspiring cuisine Explore New Orleans by neighborhood French Quarter Central Business District Warehouse/Arts District Garden District Marigny and Bywater

WHAT TO SEE AND DO Step back in time with History Tour and Pirate tours River Cruises Nightlife Walking Tours Visit Plantations Casinos World class Zoo and Aquarium Swamp Tours Cocktail and food tours Ghost Tours

HISTORY AND CULTURE Visit one of many museums in the city including Fine Arts, History, Southern Art, Voodoo, Mardi Gras and African American Art Visit the Arts District just steps away from the French Quarter in Downtown New Orleans We celebrate music and food throughout the year with festivals Carnival Jazz Festival Food and Wine Experience Essence Festival

FOOD AND CUISINE With more than a thousand restaurants opened in and around the city, you can find food with Cajun, creole, French, Italian, Spanish, Caribbean and Mediterranean influences Foods you must try are Beignets, Po- boys, gumbo, jambalaya, pralines and bread pudding Celebrity Chefs from New Orleans are Emeril Lagasse, Paul Prudhomme, Susan Spicer, Donald Link, John Besh Try a hands-on approach with at one of the city’s cooking schools

MUSIC AND NIGHT LIFE You can find an exciting music performance any night of the week New Orleans is the home to Zydeco, Gospel, Jazz, R&B, Latino and Rock n Roll music styles Live entertainment is found in the French Quarter, on Frenchmen Street, Magazine Street and night clubs around the city Notable musicians include Pete Fountain, Louis Armstrong and Ellis Marsalis Gamers will feel right at home at Harrah’s Casino with high end restaurants and late-night lounges open 24 hours

FAMILY FRIENDLY A zoo, an aquarium, IMAX Theater and an insectarium allow you to spend time exploring with children. The French market, in existence since 1791, offers arts and crafts and local produce Jackson Square offers a pedestrian plaza with entertainment including art, musicians, museums, mimes, magicians and a park area Adventures in City Park include an amusement park, a museum of art, a sculpture garden, mini-golf, kayaking, boat and bike rental

UNIQUE SHOPPING AND WITH STYLE Tax Free Shopping across the state of Louisiana for international visitors Exclusive boutiques and art galeries, shopping centers like Canal Place and the Outlet Collection at Riverwalk Bohemian boutiques, antique and jewelry shops on Royal Street On Magazine Street you will find unique shops, vintage and costume shops along with art studios, spas, restaurants and cafes

BEYOND NEW ORLEANS HISTORY AND NATURE Just 30 minutes away from New Orleans discover South Louisiana and visit Plantation Country along the river Also known for its magnificent food, this region celebrates influences from France, Spain and Africa Daily guided tours are available for visitors

BEYOND NEW ORLEANS HISTORY AND NATURE Get up close with a gator deep into the bayou – an educational adventure for children as well Tour and boat excursions are available

SINCE IPW 2002…WELCOME TO THE NEW NEW ORLEANS! 600 more restaurants 2,020 new hotel rooms/ 19 more hotels in the downtown area by newly renovated Performing Arts centers Viking River Cruises American Cruise Line offer expansion with a second vessel Carnival Cruise Line introducing Carnival Elation in 2016 to expand Caribbean cruising Hop-On Hop-Off City Sightseeing Tour Buses $325 million expansion of The National World War II Museum Revitalized areas like Oak Street, The Marigny/Bywater, & Frenchmen Street, have flourished since IPW 2002, offering new cultural destinations in the city Louis Armstrong International Airport has announced a $650 million construction plan for a new airport terminal scheduled to open in 2018

VISIT AND ENJOY Discover New Orleans and enjoy an authentic experience. You won’t be able to resist the aroma of favorite foods, great music and European charm…

SEE YOU IN NEW ORLEANS IPW JUNE 18-24, 2016!