Widely hailed as one of the most romantic, charming, and exciting cities, a New Orleans honeymoon will be packed with memories to last a lifetime. You can live it up at some of the world’s finest restaurants and craft cocktail bars. You can also relax and immerse yourself in historic neighborhoods, peek into secret garden[…]
Take a break from your routine this summer and add a healthy stretch to your getaway to New Orleans. The city has gotten big into yoga culture recently with over 20 yoga studios and centers around the city. If you are new to yoga, here are two places that each offer a[…]
The Grand Victorian is conveniently located in the Garden District, but how convenient are we to various event venues in other parts of the city? The quick answer is about 15-20 minutes from most places. Here is a guide to help you plan your stay. French Quarter (Cafe du Monde,[…]
Experience the New Orleans Food and Wine Experience May 20-23, 2015. Now in it’s 23rd year, this nationally recognized festival boasts 52 wineries, 53 restaurants, 24 exhibitors, and 26 special guests – plus numerous special events and seminars spread out over 4 days. Since its inception, this non-profit festival has raised over[…]
Mother’s Day, FestiGals, spring break and college visits are all great reasons for a girls only getaway to New Orleans with great food, toe-tapping music, and a little bit of pampering. The Grand Victorian Bed and Breakfast has some suggestions for a memorable visit to the Garden District and the city that surrounds it.[…]
Your New Orleans stay can include so many different types of experiences; some of the best are off the beaten path. For a good afternoon side trip that ends in a delicious meal; head 40 miles northwest of New Orleans to the historically rich strip of land between Lake Ponchartrain and[…]
Whitney Plantation Museum of Slavery If historic plantation visits are on your New Orleans side trip agenda, there is something new and different for you to experience in plantation country. Grand Victorian Innkeeper Bonnie Rabe recently toured the newly opened plantation home that is America’s first and only slavery museum. I am always[…]
Mardi Gras season is here and the parades are about to roll! If you didn’t make it this year, put in on your calendar to reserve your spot early for the best show on earth. We’ll be watching the parades from our doorstep and balcony at the Grand Victorian and[…]
At dawn on the morning of January 8, 1815, a diverse force of soldiers, sailors, and militia, including Indians and African Americans, defeated Britain’s finest white and black troops drawn from Europe and the West Indies in a battle that determined the course of Louisiana and American history. For all[…]
Join us for Christmas New Orleans Style this December! We may not have snow but many things twinkle land delight in the Crescent City for the holidays, and special Papa Noel New Orleans rates at our Garden District bed and breakfast all month long! New this year, LUNA Fête 2014 will feature the city’s architecture[…]