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3 V U E N J . C O M e three-story building features an elevator, which is rare to find in older buildings throughout the city. Upon entering the king guest suite, visitors are greeted with 13-foot ceilings and large windows which flood the room in natural light. Apart from the incredibly comfortable king bed and chic bedroom design lies the bathroom, which features a large backlit mirror, perfect for makeup application, a deep soaking tub coupled with bath salts, and separate marble-clad shower. Copper Vine Wine Pub & Inn embodies modern elegance, and the addition of warm wooden furniture and leather accents throughout the suite create an atmosphere of sophisticated comfort. Each room includes a large open wardrobe unit, en-suite amenities such as mini bar, coffee machine, and mini-fridge, and so-to-the-touch cotton Parachute robes. One of the most unique features of the inn is the specialized WhatsApp chat service where guests can connect with the delightful innkeeper and ask questions or request anything they might need throughout their stay. Chef Amy Mehrtens is at the helm of Copper Vine Wine Pub & Inn's popular restaurant and is a master at blending Caribbean, European, and Southern cuisine while stylistically presenting each dish in a fresh and contemporary way. e restaurant can accommodate a total capacity of 270 guests and features indoor and outdoor dining. Crowd favorites include the gulf shrimp risotto, which incorporates an unexpected burst of freshness through the inclusion of mint and savory lemon whip. e corn and crawfish bisque is a comforting menu spotlight as it blends the sweet and smoky flavors of grilled corn with the savory saltiness of crawfish to create a memorable taste with every bite. While New Orleans has more history than any one person can learn in a single week, there are plenty of ways to experience some of the city's famed, historical, and sometimes haunted sites. St. Louis Cemetery No.1 was established in 1789 and is the oldest cemetery in New Orleans. e only way to enter is through a scheduled tour and local tour guides wind groups in and out of narrow paths, detailing the towering mausoleums, introducing visitors to famed residents, and describing the unique burial practices of the time. Burials were directly linked to wealth; there are many different types of graves from the city's humblest residents to group society plots to ornate private family mausoleums. Visitors with "Cage rage" will be pleased to find actor Nicolas Cage's unique pyramid shaped mausoleum in the heart of the cemetery. ere's no better way to experience the city than with a local. e Doctor Gumbo and Two Chicks Walking Tours are two of the most highly rated walking tours in the city. e former is recommended for visitors who want to eat and drink their way through the French Quarter. Tour guides are extensively knowledgeable on New Orleans history. While savoring a delicious alligator sausage gumbo, jambalaya, and signature hurricane cocktail at Red Fish Grill, guides explain the history of each dish, the languages and inspiration for the naming of each dish, and the history of several framed buildings. Stops on the tour include the Napoleon House, Antoine's (one of the city's oldest and still family run restaurants), and Cane and Table, which is located on the back section of the Old Ursuline Convent Museum and is an establishment well-known for paranormal activity and cra cocktails. THERE'S NO BETTER WAY TO EXPERIENCE THE CITY THAN WITH A LOCAL.

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