New Orleans & Company

Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina tested our city's determination. Today, we celebrate unprecedented growth and achievement. From 3.7 million visitors in 2006 to 19 million in 2024. From $2 billion in cancelled conventions to record-breaking economic impact of $10.4 billion annually. Our tourism and hospitality industry has transformed New Orleans into a globally recognized destination through collective effort and unwavering resolve. We extend our deepest gratitude to the 80,000+ hospitality workers and industry leaders who made this recovery possible. We want to hear from you: What recovery milestones has your business or organization achieved over the past 20 years? Share your success stories in the comments—your achievements are part of this remarkable comeback story. 📊 For comprehensive data and detailed reporting on New Orleans' 20-year recovery journey, visit: https://bit.ly/4oQdz4C

Twenty years ago, Hurricane Katrina tested our city's determination. Today, we celebrate unprecedented growth and achievement. From 3.7 million visitors in 2006 to 19 million in 2024. From $2 billion in cancelled conventions to record-breaking economic impact of $10.4 billion annually. Our tourism and hospitality industry has transformed New Orleans into a globally recognized destination through collective effort and unwavering resolve. We extend our deepest gratitude to the 80,000+ hospitality workers and industry leaders who made this recovery possible. We want to hear from you: What recovery milestones has your business or organization achieved over the past 20 years? Share your success stories in the comments—your achievements are part of this remarkable comeback story. 📊 For comprehensive data and detailed reporting on New Orleans' 20-year recovery journey, visit: https://bit.ly/4oQdz4C

With love–both to and from, New Orleans. ❤️

We’re celebrating our amazing team members with birthdays this month! 🎂 Your hard work, positivity, and dedication make New Orleans & Company stronger every day. Drop a 🎉 in the comments to wish them a happy birthday. Here’s to another year of success, growth, and celebration ahead! 🥳

Incredible news to share! We're thrilled to announce that LIV Golf Louisiana is coming to New Orleans City Park, June 26-28, 2026! Our President & CEO Walt Leger joined Governor Jeff Landry, LED Secretary Susan B. Bourgeois, Senate President Cameron Henry, City Park Conservancy President & CEO Rebecca Dietz, Speaker Phillip DeVillier, LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil, and two-time Masters Champion Bubba Watson at today's exciting press conference. The inaugural tournament will take place at the South Course at Bayou Oaks, which will be newly renovated and designed by golf legend Greg Norman. We're honored to work with our partners to bring this world-class event to our beautiful city and create an unforgettable experience for fans and players alike. Early bird tickets are on sale now! #LIVGolf #LIVGolfLouisiana #NewOrleans #CityPark #Golf #NOLA

#MemberMonday | Step into Cuban Creations Cigar Bar, where top-shelf cocktails and premium handmade cigars meet laid-back luxury in the heart of the French Quarter. Whether you're flying solo or out with friends, enjoy plush leather seating, smooth pours, and a relaxed, upscale atmosphere. Watch the game on 85” screens, cozy up by the fireplace, or cap off your convention day with a well-earned nightcap. Ready to unwind? Tap https://bit.ly/45tPW9r to learn more.

🚨 Last chance to vote! 🚨 Today is the final day to support New Orleans & Company in Prevue Meetings & Incentives Magazine's 2025 Visionary Awards. We’re honored to be nominated for: 🏆 Meetings & Conventions – Small (under 500,000 population) 🏆 Best U.S. Destination for Incentives – Small (under 500,000 population) 🏆 Best CVB/DMO Meeting & Incentive Planner Support – Southeast Help us bring this home by voting at https://bit.ly/44NST5f!

Continuing our #MeetTheIntern series, meet Reagan Deterville, our Executive Intern! Reagan brings a world of talent to the team, literally. She’s currently studying Arabic and will spend next year abroad in Morocco. A former competitive track & field athlete, Reagan is a 2x Junior Olympian with a drive that matches her speed. Named after a U.S. president, she balances her drive with a love of music, racking up 150,000+ minutes on Spotify annually. Drop a 👋 to welcome Reagan to our team, and stay tuned as we continue spotlighting our incredible intern crew!

Next week is the final week to donate! ✏️📦 Our Annual School Supply Drive wraps up Friday, August 29 — and there’s still time to make a big impact. We're collecting supplies to support schools in all 5 City Council Districts across New Orleans. Drop off your donations at the tables outside our first-floor conference center and help us send students back to school with the tools they need to succeed!

Our President & CEO Walt Leger, along with Senior VP of Communications & PR Kelly Schulz and Senior VP of Marketing Jeremy Cooker, represented New Orleans & Company this week at Educational Seminar for Tourism Organizations (ESTO) 2026 (U.S. Travel Association) in Phoenix. As the premier conference for destination marketers, ESTO is where ideas are shared, strategies are refined, and the future of tourism is shaped. Our team contributed to this dialogue by leading sessions on crisis communication under pressure and on strengthening relationships with government and partner organizations. We also learned from our peers from around the country and will be implementing many new technologies and strategies into our work to ensure New Orleans remains a top choice for travelers, partners, and industry leaders alike.