Travel Bargains by the Season

Spring - New Orleans, LOUISIANA

Cool happenings: January and early February are ideal for experiencing the quieter side of the Crescent City—the weather is mild (though pack a jacket) and the Mardi Gras revelers haven’t yet arrived. No matter the temperature, stop by Café Du Monde for cocoa and beignets (fried dough smothered in powdered sugar), then see the floats at Blain Kern’s Mardi Gras World—kids can even try on costumes (admission: $13.50, adults; $6.50, children). If you still have a case of Super Bowl fever, cheer on the return of the Arena Football League’s New Orleans Voodoo (season starts in February; $6 and up; govoodoo.com).

More info: neworleansonline.com