Summer ideas for business travel to New Orleans

Street festivals, open markets, live music and incredible food can be found in the wonderful city of New Orleans any time of the year and make for wonderful enrichment trips during a business meeting, conference or corporate event.

The city is renowned for its distinct districts, historical sightseeing, world-class restaurants and vibrant nightlife. From the soulful energy of jazz to the laid-back atmosphere of a Sunday brunch, New Orleans remains a top US destination for business travel even in the hot summer months.

Idea #1 ? Take the family

Typically, business trips that occur during the summer months are more likely to include the children since school is out. Whether your next New Orleans business trip includes the children or you?re on your own, there are many great things to do. For ideas on what to do in New Orleans or for child care while you?re at work,?Accent OCA can help.

A few side trips to consider if you are bringing children along include:

• The Audubon Zoo (which includes a great new Splash Zone)

• The Audubon Insectarium

• The Aquarium of the Americas

• City Park for Storyland and feeding the ducks

• Street Car Rides

Idea #2 ? Explore Unique New Orleans Districts

New Orleans is as well known for its diversity as a city ? something you can see reflected in its history, food, culture and of course, it?s neighborhoods. If your business trip takes you to this southern city, grab your best walking shoes and head out for some great sightseeing.

The most notorious district is the city?s French Quarter where many of the antique shops, nightclubs restaurants and drinking establishments can be found. During the day you can take a leisurely stroll?through the Quarter, or at night take a guided ?haunted tour? of the Quarter and hear some stories that are sure to make your spine tingle.

The Central Business District is considered downtown New Orleans is adjacent to the French Quarter. Here is where you will find establishments such as the National D-Day Museum, Contemporary Arts Center and the Louisiana Children?s Museum amongst many other attractions.

Don?t forget to hop on the streetcar and head Uptown, an area famous for its beautiful historical buildings and oak tree lined streets. There are a limitless number of shops, cafes and restaurants to suit almost any taste uptown along Magazine Street and the other popular uptown areas.

And don?t forget about Algiers which is easy to reach via ferry across the mighty Mississippi. Algiers is home to Blaine Kern?s Mardi Gras World ? a great day trip when in the city.

Source: http://www.accent-dmc.com/blog/new-orleans/summer-ideas-for-business-travel-to-new-orleans/

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