The short-term rental landscape in New Orleans has dramatically shifted as over 1,000 unlicensed Airbnb properties were recently removed from the platform following the city's enforcement of rigorous new permitting regulations. This massive purge, which began in August 2025, represents one of the most significant changes to New Orleans tourism accommodations in years, leaving many travelers scrambling to find alternative lodging options for their French Quarter visits.

As the final notes of jazz fade into memory and the last beads are swept from the streets, we at Jean Lafitte House reflect on what can only be described as a triumphant return to form for New Orleans' beloved Mardi Gras season. The 2025 celebration exceeded all expectations, with the crown jewel of our Mardi Gras day experience being the enchanting St. Anne Walking Parade that passed right by our doorstep.