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New Orleans is full of complexities and contradictions, but its multifaceted personality somehow blends into an offbeat harmony that defines the city's unmistakable charm.

Housing and Travel

Official Housing has special discounts and options you can't find anywhere else.

A simple-to-use reservation website will help you book with ease

All About New Orleans

Jazz streams out into the moonlight, French doors open to the night breezes, sweet olive scents the air. Nearby there is laughter, a cork popping, and café brûlot aflame.

A short history of the city of New Orleans

Articles from Planning

A bustling neighborhood. An eye-opening streetcar ride. A front-porch conversation. Everybody has a great memory of New Orleans.

Read Planning's articles about New Orleans

Your Memories

You can make some new memories at APA's 2010 National Planning Conference, but, first, we want to know why you already love this great American city. Send your best New Orleans memory to us and we'll share it here.

Read New Orleans Memories