New Orleans, the big easy
The nickname "the big easy" refers to the specific, peaceful and easy-going attitude of all jazz musicians and local residents who create the special atmosphere in New Orleans. If you want to get closer to this amazing culture and smooth atmosphere, just start to plan your trip to this exceptional city. When booking suitable accommodation you can choose between all the hotels in New Orleans offered. New Orleans is divided into several districts and each has its own particularity and unique atmosphere. One of the most famous districts is the French one and I would like to focus especially on this one.
French district is also called as the Vieux Carré, or the "Quarter" because of its geometrical shape. There is also the historic centre of the city. At the beginning, it was inhabited by French speaking Creole people. You will see the different style of the buildings with decorative patterning on the walls: indeed, the architecture is a mix of a Spanish and a French style, with specific bricks and wrought iron. You will see, for instance, very narrow streets which are typical for the Southern Spain. The central square of the district is named Jackson Square. There you will find the statue of the president Andrew Jackson as well as the beautiful cathedral of St Louis.
If you want to have some romantic moments, enjoying the nature spreading around New Orleans, surely you will like a steamboat cruise down the Mississippi river. At the same time you will have a great view over the city and possibility of taking lunch in the boat restaurant. Just to extend this precious moment. In addition, do not forget to take the tramway, which is the oldest one in the whole country. With its wooden benches and its slow speed, it is a good way to relax and to take a trip around the city without walking!
The French district is also the heart of night entertainment. When the night comes, the Vieux carré is revived thanks to warm restaurants, clubs and jazz bars opened everywhere. The Bourbon street is the most famous one in the city. It is the best place to visit if you want to feel the real atmosphere of NOLA (New Orleans, Louisiana) and hear some beautiful and lively jazz and blues melody, coming from all around world.
So if you want a piece of advice when booking New Orleans hotel, choose this district, you will not be disappointed. In the area of the "big easy" you will also enjoy the cuisine. Do not hesitate to visit numerous Cajun and Creole restaurants. There you can try the gombos and the steamed spiny lobsters and all the others typical dishes made with rice, seafood and turtles.
Concerning other attractions, if you go to NOLA during the spring, you will be lucky to attend the French Quarter festival which starts at the beginning of April. To the contrary, if you plan to go there during December, you will be bewitched by the enchanting atmosphere of the streets due to the Christmas time. Moreover, concerning the accommodation, New Orleans offers a plenty of options, from the charming "old school" New Orleans hotels to the luxury ones, especially the historic French Quarter Hotel. You will surely find something which suits to your expectations.