New Orleans, Louisiana

Essentials

Stay: The Carriage House (Dauphine Orleans Hotel); The Ace Hotel; Melrose Mansion

Neighborhood(s): Faubourg Marigny; French Quarter; The Garden District

Things To Do: Mardi Gras World; Trolley Ride; Live Music (Try Frenchmen Street); Harrah's Casino; Self-guided walking tour with the app, "Garden District Historic Tour"

Eat: Sylvain; Cane & TableCafe Amelie; Irene's Cuisine

Drink: Bar Tonique; d.b.a.The Avenue PubMay Baily's Place

Picture Perfect: St. Louis Cemetery No. 1; Jackson Square; French Market

Pro Top: Café Du Monde at midnight has less crowds but the same amazing beignets.