On a whim last year we decided to head to New Orleans to celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve. It turned out to be one of the best holiday season vacations ever. New Orleans is a fantastic city in which to celebrate the holidays. New Orleans is always looking for an excuse to celebrate, and the holiday season is no exception. Christmas in New Orleans is not only festive, it also lasts longer in New Orleans than other holiday destinations. New Orleans’ New Year’s Eve is perfect for travelers who want to experience one of the country’s biggest New Year’s Eve celebrations without being packed like sardines in the crowds of New York City’s Times Square.