The sights, sounds and flavors of NOLA are unlike anywhere else. While we can’t experience them IRL right now, we can get a taste from home.
If you were *actually* in New Orleans, you’d need to get up at the crack of dawn for a chance to grab the world-famous beignets at Cafe du Monde before the line gets too long. Instead, here are 3 steps to starting your virtual day in NOLA off right (and at whatever time you want).
Coffee in NOLA has a distinct rich flavor. It’s made by adding chicory root to coffee beans. Give it a try at home.
While they won’t be exactly the same as the real thing, try your hand at making your own beignets. Powdered sugar, not optional.
New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz. Settle in and listen to this playlist of local favorites while you get ready to start your day.
Change your setting with a 360° swamp tour. For bonus realism, set up a fan behind your screen and feel the breeze.
Lunch in NOLA calls for a traditional po’boy. This Louisiana sandwich features meat or seafood piled high on crispy French bread.
When in NOLA, you’ll probably find yourself at Pat O’Briens, an iconic watering hole, sipping on one of the city’s famous rum cocktails, the Hurricane. Mix one up yourself and enjoy with a side of live music.
You can’t travel to NOLA (even virtually!) without getting your fill of live music – especially jazz. Until you can be there IRL, get a feel for the energy of the NOLA music scene from home.
Open up the KAYAK app and find Krayon – our travel coloring pages perfect for exploring the world from home. (Note: available in iOS only for now.)
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