New Orleans with #SPGAmex: Part 1 What to do

 

Screen Shot 2016-05-27 at 2.57.03 AMHave a few days to spare in New Orleans? You’ll want to make the most of them, especially with a Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express! Here’s what you can do:

 

 

Dance at Coyote Ugly

Don’t miss your chance to visit this iconic locale with bartop dancing and great music. You can get up and show your moves; our own Lisa Niver did, with hula hoops to boot!

Video: Arriving in New Orlean’s SPGAmex Experience March 18 2016

Take a stroll on the Riverwalk

You can’t visit New Orleans and not take in the river; go see gigantic cruise ships in the harbor then head over to Mardi Gras World. Here, you can even choose a fun outfit and pretend to be part of the action!

Video: Exploring New Orlean’s March 19 2016

Go to a parade! There’s always a party in New Orleans

The St. Joseph’s Parade is a celebration of Italian-American culture. The parade marches through the French Quarter/Central Business District and is filled with live performances as well as beautifully-decorated floats passing out flowers and beads.

Video: New Orlean’s St. Joseph’s Day Parade March 19 2016 #SPGAmex 

Wander through the Audubon Insectarium

The Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is a great place to venture solo or with the family. Learn about the multitude of different species and see the butterfly development process in the Metamorphosis room.

Video: Nola Audubon Insectarium March 20 2016

Explore the French Quarter

This is the oldest neighborhood in New Orleans and has been designated a National Historic Landmark. Get a coffee and a famous beignet from original coffee stand, Cafe Du Monde. The United States Mint and various markets are awaiting you as well!

Video: Strolling the French Quarter New Orleans March 21 2016

Editor’s Note: While Lisa Niver received 35,000 Starpoints from American Express to talk about the incredible limited time offer for Starwood Preferred Guest® Credit Card from American Express, all opinions expressed are her own.

Read more of Lisa’s New Orleans Adventures:

The Magic of New OrleansPart One What to Do, Part Two Where to Stay and Part Three What to Eat or watch the whole video collection! Stay up-to-date with WSGT through our blog, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and youtube channel!

Caitlyn O'Brien

Caitlyn is a 26-year-old Canadian with a passion for travel, futbol, and more recently kayaking in her new Patagonian home: Futaleufú. She teaches English at a local school and loves turning her daily experiences into stories.

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