British Airways has just announced
the start of the first direct service from
London to New Orleans. Flights, which
are bookable now, start in March 2017
and will take 10½ hours. The Big Easy
has long been known for its exuberant
love of music so be sure to catch a few
performances when you’re there –
whether an impromptu gig on the streets
in the French Quarter, a traditional
second line band parade in Marigny,
or a live show at Preservation Hall
(pictured), a venerable old jazz venue
(from US$862; britishairways.com).NEW FLIGHT
Let the good
times roll
Globetrotter
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