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Plan Ahead: New Orleans Jazz Fest
Head to the Big Easy and kick up your heels. We're turning up the music at the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Check out the current calendar at www.louisianatravel.com.



New Orleans Jazz Festival Website
Nobody throws a party like New Orleans! Come experience all the festivities at this year's event. Enjoy the smooth sounds of both contemporary and traditional jazz. Celebrate the music of Louisiana with a mix of blues, R&B, gospel, and everything in between. This official site provides maps, schedules, links to hotels and more.

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This year's festival sees the introduction of the Big Chief VIP Experience, which includes a special-access pass, the Festival’s official silkscreen poster, reserved parking and more


www.nojazzfest.com




Rock 'n' Bowl
There are hundreds of clubs in the Big Easy, but only one offers the city's most popular Rock 'n Bowl. For years visitors to the famous Mid City Bowling Lanes have been listening to great live music among the sounds of crashing pins. Play a few games with your friends, listen to the hottest bands and dance until the early hours of the morning.

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Opened in 1941, this entertaining hangout is the city's oldest bowling center


www.rockandbowl.com




A Creole House Hotel
After a day filled with toe tappin' jazz and cool cocktails you just might need a little R and R. Head to this cozy retreat and unwind in style. Built in the 1830s, this charming French House offers plenty of southern hospitality. Each room is decorated with its own individual character, from period style furnishings to contemporary designs.

from $149


Conveniently located in the French Quarter just two blocks from Bourbon Street


www.big-easy.org


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