New Orleans & Louisiana Holidays

Head down south to one of the USA’s most historic states, home to The Big Easy.

New Orleans and Louisiana are saturated with French flair, Cajun flavours and a soundtrack of jazz and blues.

Louisiana is one of the most historic states in southern USA, with a mixture of French, African, American and French-Canadian cultures. One of its main cities, New Orleans, is known as ‘The Big Easy’ in part due to its laid back vibes and jazz and blues musical spirit. A rich-history city with music roots like no other, New Orleans is the place to come to see the high-steppers, hear the trombones and ruffle the feathers. You can take a vintage streetcar ride and see the city scenic way, cruise the Mississippi River on an historic paddle wheeler and taste those famous French beignets the southern way. With a melange of cultures and influences, make your way around irresistible Creole and Cajun restaurants, delve into the city’s French heritage and, time it right, join the world-famous Mardi Gras carnival. Head to New Orleans oldest neighborhood, the French Quarter, for an unforgettable taste of the South and a deep dive into the joy and revelry that abounds. From artisanal cocktail bars to antique shops and fortune tellers to parties on the cobblestones of Bourbon Street, this legendary ‘hood is packed with flavour. It's where you’ll find those beautiful wrought iron balconies and the city’s alluring live music scene. Art lovers and history buffs have plenty to see too; the New Orleans Museum of Art, the National World War II Museum and the Besthoff Sculpture Garden.

Looking for soulful adventure in the south? At Kuoni you’ll find handpicked inspiration and carefully curated New Orleans holidays.

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New Orleans & Louisiana Hotels

Our recommendations for the best places to stay in New Orleans & Louisiana

Omni Royal Orleans

Grandeur and elegance in the heart of New Orleans, Omni Royal Orleans is the perfect retreat for...

Hotel Monteleone, New Orleans

A storied hotel whose lobby is said to mark the beginning of the New Orleans’ famous French Quart...

Bienville House

The Bienville House Hotel is a quintessential New Orleans hotel nestled in the French Quarter and...

Holiday Inn French Quarter Chateau LeMoyne

A three-minute walk from the famous Bourbon Street, the Holiday Inn French Quarter Chateau LeMoyn...

Aloft New Orleans Downtown

The ideal crash pad for a whirlwind break in the Big Easy, Aloft New Orleans Downtown promises co...

Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery

Artsy-yet-unpretentious, The Old No.77 is close enough to the French Quarter action to get involv...

The Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton

If you’re in NOLA to visit the excellent National WWII Museum, keep things super convenient and s...

Cambria New Orleans Downtown Warehouse District

A red-brick warehouse in New Orleans’ Arts District has been reimagined as a contemporary and con...

The Saint Hotel, Autograph Collection

The Saint Hotel embraces NOLA’s debauched reputation, inviting its guests to Play Naughty, Sleep...

Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans

With a coveted address right on Bourbon Street – New Orleans’ main tourist drag – this is the pla...

Holidays in New Orleans & Louisiana

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Grandeur and elegance in the heart of New Orleans, Omni Royal Orleans is the perfect retreat for a classic luxury city break.

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A storied hotel whose lobby is said to mark the beginning of the New Orleans’ famous French Quarter, few American hotels can claim such a rich history as the Hotel Monteleone.

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The Bienville House Hotel is a quintessential New Orleans hotel nestled in the French Quarter and mere moments from the Mississippi River. It promises that Southern hospitality you’ve heard so much about.

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A three-minute walk from the famous Bourbon Street, the Holiday Inn French Quarter Chateau LeMoyne is a surprisingly atypical Holiday Inn and also an excellent springboard for city explorations.  

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The ideal crash pad for a whirlwind break in the Big Easy, Aloft New Orleans Downtown promises comfort, convenience, and a celebratory atmosphere without superfluous frills.

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Artsy-yet-unpretentious, The Old No.77 is close enough to the French Quarter action to get involved but is a pleasingly quieter spot to retreat to once you’ve had your fill.

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If you’re in NOLA to visit the excellent National WWII Museum, keep things super convenient and stay right next door at the stylish, WWII-themed Higgins Hotel.

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A red-brick warehouse in New Orleans’ Arts District has been reimagined as a contemporary and convenient hotel without losing a sense of the building’s industrial beginnings.

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The Saint Hotel embraces NOLA’s debauched reputation, inviting its guests to Play Naughty, Sleep Saintly. With bags of Southern swagger, it’s a hotel that certainly stands out from the crowd.

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With a coveted address right on Bourbon Street – New Orleans’ main tourist drag – this is the place to be if you want to be in on the action without sacrificing life’s little luxuries.

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Evening Jazz Cruise

There's no better place or time to contemplate the New Orleans' skyline than from aboard a good old-fashioned steamboat. And if the breathtaking views of the city's skyline aren't enough to satisfy your senses, you have the option to book the cruise with a casual buffet-style dinner. Don't think the highlights of this trip are limited to the awe-inspiring vantage point or the delicious meal. Aboard the Natchez Steamboat, you're also invited to have a nosey around the ship's engine room. Inside this quaint space, redesigned to look like a museum, you'll find all sorts of historical artefacts that have many an interesting story behind them. Throughout the voyage, you can enjoy a jiggle to live jazz tunes performed by the world-renowned Dukes of Dixieland. New Orleans is famous for being the city of jazz, so the Dukes' jingles provide the playlist.

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