Besides the natural charms of the city in its most languid state(the height of summer),New Orleans' businesses offer some irresistable deals to lure you here in July, August and September.
From July 6-September 30, 2007, forty French Quarter businesses offer the second annual French Quarter Treasure Hunt. Initially designed to encourage locals to “be a tourist in their own home town” during the slow summer months, the out-of-town visitor can have some fun with it also. All you need is a treasure map and a willingness to eat beignets, shop at Canal Place, go to the Aquarium,take a riverboat cruise, and otherwise have a great time. Stamps from the businesses enter you into entry into the drawing for a “treasure chest” containing more than $8,000 in prizes including artwork, clothing, jewelry, gift certificates, and passes to local attractions. You can even get a bargain on parking Monday through Thursdays.
French Quarter Sizzlin' Summer
Coupons on deals on bars, restaurants, and other businesses abound. Check them out and download them before you arrive. Hotels as diverse as the Windsor-Court,Staybridge Suites Hotel, Creole Gardens B&B, and many others offer discounts on rooms. The World War II Museum, the Aquarium, and the Hermann Grima/Gallier House are just a few of the attractions offering deals on admission. How about a Haunted History tour, or a visit to Blaine Kern's Mardi Gras World? Visit The Convention And Visitors Bureau.
COOLinary New Orleans is another way to get bargains on the food for which New Orleans is justly famous. Emeril's, Galatoire's, Cafe Degas, and many others have special summer menus for both lunch and dinner, all at special pricing.
From July 18-22, at the Hotel Monteleone), dive into a food and cocktail festival. Expert mixologists and chefs prepare five days of mixing and tasting demonstraions, dinner pairings, and cocktail parties. Spirited Dinners, walking tours of the Quarter, and many more events are offered. You'll have so much fun you'll forget the weather.
Hotel Deals
There are some great deals on hotels in New Orleans during the summer. Several hotels are offering a third night free, while others have special rates. For the details go to the Official New Orleans Tourism Website.
