New Orleans & Company

When they say every step counts, they mean it in New Orleans! Named the 5th Most Walkable City in the U.S., we're inherently #BuiltToHost with every must-visit spot within a 2.5-mile radius. Around every historic corner lies a new possibility waiting to inspire your next successful venture. Here are a few things to experience in our city: • Step from your hotel to your meeting venue in minutes! • Stroll to world-class restaurants steps from your door! • Take a walking tour through centuries of history, culture, and architecture! Let your next big idea unfold where tradition meets innovation—one step at a time.

#MemberMonday | Craving a vibrant meal? 14 Parishes has you covered! This family-owned gem, led by Head Chef Charles Blake, serves up authentic Jamaican cuisine right here in New Orleans. From stewed oxtail and jerk chicken to vegan and vegetarian-friendly options, their menu has something for everyone. Whether you're a local or just visiting, 14 Parishes brings the true taste of Jamaica to the heart of the city! Hungry for more? Visit https://bit.ly/3BXYIBo to get a bite!

New Orleans is honored to host the PastForward 2024 National Trust for Historic Preservation from October 28-30 hosted by Saving Places! #PastForward24 will kick off a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and will address three of our nation's biggest challenges: Creating Climate Resilience Through Historic Preservation, Ensuring a Representative Preservation Movement, and Encouraging Historic Preservation-Based Community Development. A big thank you to our Convention Sales Team for partnering with NTHP the National Trust to make this important event possible! With our rich heritage and innovative spirit, New Orleans is truly #BuiltToHost Past Forward 2024.  You can register onsite at the conference hotel, Sheraton New Orleans, starting October 27 Learn more about this year's theme, sessions, and details on how to register at: https://lnkd.in/e_udqUa. #SavingPlaces #PastForward24.

#SustainabilitySaturday | STEM Library Lab in New Orleans is a nonprofit organization that provides educators with the tools and resources needed to enhance STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education. It operates as a lending library, offering teachers access to a wide range of STEM materials, including science kits, technology devices, engineering models, and math resources, which might otherwise be unavailable due to budget constraints. They are recipients of Love Your City's bronze equity, education, water management, and gold local culture badges respectively. The lab also provides professional development opportunities and support to help educators integrate hands-on, inquiry-based learning into their classrooms. Through these services, STEM Library Lab aims to promote equitable access to quality STEM education, fostering a love for science and critical thinking among students across New Orleans. Visit their website and check out their impact by visiting loveyourcity.us

The team at New Orleans and Company sends deepest sympathies and prayers to Bethany Paulsen, sons Jon and Emmett, daughter Lexei, the staff at WWL-TV and the multitude of family, friends and loved ones of Eric Paulsen. Eric will remain in our hearts as the legendary journalist from PM Magazine to the morning news, and a news person who beautifully told stories about New Orleans for nearly half a century. May he rest in peace and may his memory be a blessing for generations to come.

🪩✨THE ERAS TOUR IS HERE! ✨🪩 We’re buzzing with excitement to welcome Taylor Swift and fans from all over to New Orleans for the Eras Tour this weekend! Our team is proudly sporting their Taylor Swift friendship bracelets and looks forward to joining the city in celebration. Here’s to an unforgettable three days filled with fantastic music and lasting memories! #nolatstheerastour

This morning, our President & CEO Walt Leger III joined The Kidd Kraddick Morning Show for a live broadcast from the Loews New Orleans Hotel lobby to discuss the city's preparations for Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour, highlighting the tremendous anticipation surrounding her three nights of performances in New Orleans and their impact on the city. Thank you to KiddNation and the Loews New Orleans Hotel for having us!

Today, we’re giving a special shoutout to some of our amazing team members who are celebrating their work anniversaries! Their dedication, hard work, and passion have a huge impact on everything we do here at New Orleans & Company. Cheers to many more years of success, teamwork, and growth. Join us in wishing them a happy work anniversary! 👏

AMAZING NEWS FROM LONDON! 👏 Our city has been honored with three prestigious awards at the inaugural JRNY America Awards. Our world-renowned Mardi Gras celebration, culinary scene, and overall appeal as a U.S. city have been recognized. As a testament to our city's excellence, we're proud to announce the following: 🏆 Gold for Best Tourism Experience (Mardi Gras) 🏆 Bronze for Best Food City 🏆 Bronze for Best U.S. City Our very own Kelly Schulz, Senior VP of Communications and Public Relations, accepted these prestigious honors while standing with Kav Dadfar of JRNY Magazine and Kirsty Dillury of Travel & Tourism Marketing Ltd (TTM), our representative in London, at Brand USA Travel Week U.K. & Europe 2024 in London! They're connecting with top European travel trade professionals and media to showcase why New Orleans is one of America's most celebrated destinations. These international relationships and accolades help drive tourism and share the magic of New Orleans with visitors from around the world!

Our team hit the road today, bringing Taylor Swift bracelets to New Orleans Police Department With just 2 days until the highly anticipated event, we're celebrating the officers who keep our city safe. It was great connecting with the officers at each district, and sharing in the excitement of this weekend's big show. We even stopped by a NOPD security meeting, where we chatted with the officers working tirelessly to ensure everyone's safety. Thanks to all who welcomed us today - we appreciate everything you do! #nolatstheerastour