Tradition, opulence and beauty. We have it all here in New Orleans’ historic Garden District. The Grand Victorian sits among the best of 18th century mansions, delightful gardens and an abundance of old world charm in one of the country’s most lovely neighborhoods. The Garden District was created after the Louisiana Purchase[…]
You are thinking about trying a bed and breakfast (B&B) instead of a large hotel, but are not sure what is expected when you are a guest in someone’s personal home. Here are some insider etiquette tips for making the most of your first B&B experience! Most B&B’s have[…]
You are thinking about that long-awaited journey to New Orleans, but can’t decide on when to come. Do you like crowds or quiet balconies? Parades or garden tours? Festivals or concert halls? Here are a few tips from the Grand Victorian staff to help you decide. SUMMER for the amazing[…]
Are you looking for lodging near the 2014 NBA All-Star game? Don’t wait to find out who is on the team to get your reservations for the NBA All-Star Game events to be held in New Orleans, February 13-16. Bring your sweetheart and celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend off the courts[…]
Get your count down on at Jackson Square, near our New Orleans bed and breakfast, for live music with Eric Lindell and the Honey Island Swamp Band. Just before midnight, from the top of Jax Brewery, the 8-foot-tall fleur-de-lis drops down to switch on the 2014 light. After the drop, you[…]
The holiday events near our New Orleans bed and breakfast just keep rolling with 85 events listed, 50 of which are free, and many great specials still available to make your holiday a festive one. Take a peek into quiet courtyards in the French Quarter, conveniently located near our bed and breakfast[…]
The National Geographic Traveler lists New Orleans as one of the Best Trips of 2014. They mention our hot summer months as the time to come for hotel deals in New Orleans, but we know that December is also a great time to visit our city for fun activities and[…]
Get your presale tickets before August 31 for one of the best tasting fundraisers all year, happening November 8. Benefitting the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, Boudin Bourbon and Beer features 40 of New Orleans’ best chefs preparing dishes using the Louisiana original sausage with rice known as boudin. Buffalo Trace Bourbon,[…]
There is a wonderful new behind-the-scenes activity at the Audubon Institute’s Aquarium of the Americas in the French Quarter of New Orleans that will appeal to all ages. I gave a Backstage Penguin Pass to several family members as a Christmas present ages from 5 to 75 years old.[…]
In the city that celebrates, it won’t be too long before the beat of drums and marching feet resonate on the streets with more parades and celebrations. There are several St. Patrick’s Day parades that feature walking groups dressed in costumes of green who give out flowers, beads, and kisses[…]