Louisiana – Legendary Music, Unique Flavours and Lasting Traditions

Whether you’re a foody, history buff or music lover, Louisiana has something to offer every traveller! Explore the birthplace of Jazz, indulge in beloved local cuisine or immerse yourself in the iconic Madri Gras Festival, it makes the perfect destination for your next adventure in America!

From outdoor adventures and ultimate culinary experiences, an unbelievable music scene and picturesque towns, there is something here for every traveller!

No matter your Louisiana plans, at Made to Measure Travel we are passionate about creating your bespoke itinerary, tailoring your plans to your specific likes, pace and budget, contact us today to get started!

Experience America’s most over the top and iconic spectacle, the world famous Madri Gras festival, held on the Tuesday before Ash Wednesday, more than sixty parades wind their way through the city. Marching bands, multi-tiered floats and masked dancers flood the streets in the historic French Quarter. With every bar blaring the soundtracks of the world, lose yourself in an unbelievable spectacle of sound, colours and atmosphere.

Immerse yourself in the sounds of jazz, reggae and blues spilling out of the clubs and bars on Frenchman Street for an authentic taste of New Orleans music. Why not embark on a sunset dinner jazz cruise along the Mississippi River and enjoy a lavish creole buffet as the sounds of a live jazz band fill the air. New Orleans is known as the most haunted city in the United States, venture on a ghost tour in the French Quarter for an evening of mystery!

Explore the beautiful mansions along the banks of the Mississippi River on a Plantation tour or head to the famous Honey Island Swamp and enjoy an authentic tour through the gator territory on an airboat.

A trip to New Orleans wouldn’t be complete without tasting a beignet at the iconic Café Du Monde, a deep fried, hole-less, square donut with options for sweet or savoury fillings to suit every taste!

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Louisiana Highlights

• Immerse yourself in the iconic sights and sounds of the Mardi Gras Festival
• Find a spot in the corner of a bar on Frenchman Street for an evening of live jazz
• Embark on a swamp tour through alligator territory
• Relax on a riverboat cruise along the Mississippi River
• Indulge in local creole cuisine

Louisiana is a fantastic stop along the way for an ultimate USA road trip. Why not combine your trip with a trip to the iconic Nashville in Tennessee?