| Destination weddings are becoming increasingly | | | | special day less cookie cutter and more individualized |
| popular as people seek unique new options rather than | | | | and memorable. |
| typical, stale ceremonies. They can provide an exciting | | | | The Food |
| new backdrop, amazing experiences, and the excuse | | | | Let's face it, although your guests are happy for you, |
| for a holiday with all of your loved ones nearby. | | | | what they are really most concerned about is-the |
| One prime location for a ceremony that's equal parts | | | | food. Creole and Cajun cuisine is a unique feature of |
| fun and romance is New Orleans, Louisiana. A | | | | traditional Louisiana cuisine. Characterized by an ample |
| wedding here can be as unpredictable as Bourbon | | | | helping of spice and seafood, some popular dishes |
| Street or as romantic as the plantation-style homes | | | | include crawfish, jumbalaya, gumbo, and fried okra. |
| that line the streets. | | | | Much of the food is heavily influenced by French |
| The French Quarter | | | | cooking as well as the local environment and |
| Filled with history, fables, and the stuff of legends, the | | | | ingredients. |
| French Quarter of New Orleans is one of the most | | | | The Swamp |
| memorable locations for a marriage ceremony or | | | | Okay, so having a New Orleans wedding in the |
| reception. Not only is it picturesque, streets lined by | | | | swamp isn't for everyone-but it is for some. It is home |
| some of the most unique architecture in the country, | | | | to some of the most majestic wildlife around including |
| but there is plenty of options for some authentic | | | | the black bear, fearsome alligators, herons, and ibis. |
| Louisiana-style catering and opportunities for a party | | | | Louisiana swamps are unique and eerily beautiful. In |
| that will trump all others. | | | | fact, many people choose to hold weddings with the |
| One of the most popular wedding destinations is | | | | swamps in view or take photos nearby. |
| Jackson Square, a beautiful park in the middle of the | | | | The Honeymoon |
| French Quarter. Afterwards, the most notorious party | | | | You don't need to venture far from Louisiana to enjoy |
| spot is Bourbon Street where your guests can | | | | your honeymoon. Take advantage of holding a |
| celebrate long into the evening. | | | | wedding and explore the historical city and state. The |
| The Music | | | | nearby Baton Rouge and Mississippi River have plenty |
| There is nothing like the traditional, sensual jazz that | | | | to offer in terms of sightseeing and entertainment. |
| characterizes Louisiana to add fire to your ceremony. | | | | New Orleans weddings can be as unique or traditional |
| Famous for being the birthplace of such legends as | | | | as you want. There is something in the city for |
| Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, New Orleans | | | | everyone and your guests are sure to be pleased with |
| can offer a musical twist that can help make your | | | | all of the options available to them. |