MENU Dream destinations: Four reasons to visit New Orleans Shutterstock by Natalie Clarkson 26 November 2021 New Orleans is a bucket-list city, that’s for sure. Famous for its food, music, cocktails and history, everyone should visit the Big Easy at least once in their lives. You can fly direct to New Orleans with Virgin Atlantic’s partner Delta Air Lines, so here are just a few reasons you need to go… Stay at Virgin Hotels New Orleans The new kid in town, Virgin Hotels opened its doors in New Orleans earlier this year and has everything you need for a getaway in the Big Easy. Virgin Hotels Virgin Hotels Virgin Hotels +2 images Located in the Warehouse District, the design of Virgin Hotels New Orleans is inspired by the history of the city. The hotel features multiple dining and drinking outlets, including the 13th floor bar and lounge Dreamboat, a rooftop restaurant and bar The Pool Club, and Virgin Hotels’ flagship restaurant bar and lounge Commons Club. Plus, if you join The Know, you’ll have the most personalised stay you’ve ever experienced – with all your favourite things ready and waiting for you when you arrive. Visit Virgin Hotels to book now. Taste some of the world’s best food New Orleans is world-renowned for its food. From po-boys to gumbo, jambalaya to crawfish etouffee, the food alone is a good enough reason to visit. Enjoy authentic Cajun dishes, or Creole fusion, just make sure you enjoy good local food – with a side of southern hospitality served with every dish. Shutterstock If you don’t mind the queue, visit Cafe Du Monde for beignets and coffee. They’re world-famous for a reason and you won’t regret it. Explore the mystical side of New Orleans New Orleans is the most haunted city in the US. It’s said that it’s the place where the dead refuse to rest. Explore the mysterious side of New Orleans – take a cemetery tour or stay a night at a haunted hotel. Shutterstock If you’re looking to tap into your own spiritual side, there are a handful of voodoo shops across the city. Or you could visit a fortune teller and discover what your future holds. Enjoy the nightlife Whether you’re looking for a party or some live music, New Orleans has plenty to offer. Bourbon Street is the life and soul of the party. Head there for cocktails, dancing and a night to remember. If you’re looking for live music, there’s plenty to be found. Shutterstock You can barely move in New Orleans without hearing the sounds of jazz. If you’re a music fan, you won’t find it much better than in the birthplace of the genre. Check out Frenchmen Street for the best of the best, with dancing spilling out onto the streets and piano duels going on in the bars. Visit Virgin Atlantic now to book your flights with its partner Delta Air Lines. Don’t forget to sign up for Virgin Red to earn Virgin Points on every flight you take with Virgin Atlantic and loads more. Or use your Virgin Points to book flights with Virgin Atlantic and its partner airlines. Virgin Hotels Virgin Atlantic See all Virgin Companies More articles View all > VIRGIN COMPANIES Dream destinations: Four things to do for a perfect New York City break 19 November 2021 VIRGIN COMPANIES Dream destinations: Four things to do in Florida for a magical holiday 11 November 2021 VIRGIN COMPANIES Dream destinations: Four things to do for a perfect Las Vegas trip 27 October 2021 Contact Virgin Web Terms of Use Web Privacy Policy Web Cookie Policy Report a Scam Virgin Modern Slavery Statement Virgin Tax Strategy Statement Virgin Corporate Governance Virgin Group FAQs Newsletter “Life is all about striving and growing. I never want to have made it; I want to continue making it!” Richard Branson © Virgin 2021. All rights reserved. Our website uses cookies We use cookies and similar technologies to personalise content, to provide you with relevant marketing, to enhance your user experience and to gain insight and track how you interact with us and our partners. Learn more in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. Click Accept all to consent to all or Let me choose to manage your choices. Accept all Let me choose