New Orleans holidays suit travellers who want a city break with real identity, set on the Mississippi River and shaped by a mix of American, African and French influences. Holidays to New Orleans are driven by music, food and neighbourhood character rather than a checklist of landmarks, so a short stay still feels full.
Nicknamed the Big Easy, the city stays lively throughout the year, with parades, festivals and late-night venues that keep the energy up well past dinner. If you time holidays to New Orleans around Carnival season, the build-up to Mardi Gras can be the main event, but outside peak dates the city is easier to explore at your own pace.