Hotel Near the French Quarter Prepares for Annual Festival

    /24-7PressRelease/ - NEW ORLEANS, LA, March 30, 2008 - From April 11 - 13, 2008, the city of New Orleans will host the "World's Largest Block Party" in the form of the 25th Annual French Quarter Festival. As the city readies itself to host thousands of people, the JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans is also preparing for in influx of guests coming to the festival via their luxury hotel in New Orleans.

While guests and locals alike can enjoy over 250 hours of live entertainment, over 150 musical performances on 15 stages throughout the Vieux Carre, and approximately 60 food and beverage booths, only Marriott guests can experience the luxury of relaxing in plush rooms and suites after busy days at the festival.

New Orleans hotel accommodations are highlighted by plush new bedding which includes down comforters, deluxe duvets and 300-thread count luxury linens, high speed Internet access, and sophisticated and modern d cor. If guests are still hungry after meandering through dozens of booths offering local cuisine at the festival, Shula's: America's Steak House is located within the hotel, specializing in certified Angus beef in one of the only five white tablecloth steakhouses in the country.

The mission of the French Quarter Festival has always been to promote the city of New Orleans through special events and activities of the highest quality that showcase the culture and heritage of the city, contribute to economic wellbeing of the community and instill increased pride in the people of New Orleans. The JW Marriott hotel in the French Quarter is also committed to producing a quality hotel in the heart of the city, thus giving visitors to the city a comfortable and luxurious home base while traveling to Louisiana's famous Big Easy.

About JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans
JW Marriott Hotel New Orleans is an acclaimed downtown New Orleans hotel that blends distinct class with old world charm, and is positioned along the historically celebrated Canal Street in the center of the central business district. The recently renovated New Orleans, LA hotel is seconds from legendary entertainment and renowned attractions, such as the famed French Quarter, Convention Center, and Aquarium of the Americas. Unsurpassed accommodations, savvy service and an abundance of lavish amenities are all offered at this exclusive New Orleans, Louisiana hotel. For more information or to make a reservation, call 504-525-6500 or visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/msyjw-jw-marriott-hotel-new-orleans/.

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