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Top 50 Meeting Destinations in the United States Cvent Supplier Network, May 2016 New Orleans placed in the top 10 on this list, ranking above other convention-focused cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco. New Orleans boasts thousands of hotel rooms close to the French Quarter and event venues ranging from mansions to century-old restaurants. The Best Places to Travel in March Travel + Leisure, February 2016 While much of the country is still in hibernation, New Orleans is just getting warmed up. Springtime events such as the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, Congo Square New World Rhythms Festival, Soul Fest and the nation’s largest free music festival, French Quarter Festival, are just a few of the reasons to visit this time of year. 11 Best Cities for Live Music Matador Network, May 2016 Live music in New Orleans is an around-the-clock affair. Hear French Quarter street musicians during the day, rock and reggae groups performing in Frenchmen Street clubs at night, festivals on the weekends and jazz brunches throughout the week. 2016 Traveler’s Choice Top 25 Destinations — United States TripAdvisor, March 2016 It’s clear why New Orleans made this list: you can have the kind of experiences here that are found nowhere else in the world. Whether you’re looking for the excitement of an airboat excursion or the thrill of dining aboard a Mississippi River paddlewheeler, the city has something for you. No. 1 Most Visited Destination Across the Globe AFAR magazine, December 2015 New Orleans claimed the number one spot on this list, ranking above New York, Paris and the entire nations of Iceland and Portugal. Among many reasons for the distinction are its eclectic mix of live music and a long legacy of welcoming visitors. The 10 Most Exciting Cities in the World theculturetrip.com, December 2015 New Orleans’ reputation for revelry is well-deserved, which is why it ranked near the top of this list. Paired with mouthwatering Creole cuisine and a music scene that makes every night of the week a party, you will find no shortage of activities in New Orleans. The 10 Best Food Cities in America Washington Post, December 2015 The Spanish, French and Cajun influences of the past 300 years have made the Crescent City one of the nation’s most popular destinations for food lovers. Dining in New Orleans is not just a culinary experience, but a cultural one.
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