It’s a big year for this deep south metropolis.

New Orleans has made headlines more than once in 2018 already, and it’s only April. New York Times ranked New Orleans on their list of best places to travel in 2018. This year also just so happens to be their tricentennial celebration. As they rise on the travel radar, it might be time to consider taking a trip to this iconic city. If you have been here before and can’t wait to go back, consider entering this contest for a chance to win a luxury hotel stay.

Check out this hotel deal in honor of the tricentennial.

Throughout the year, New Orleans is offering unbeatable deals and promotions in honor of their significant city milestone. One noteworthy event is sponsored by Ace Hotel New Orleans. If you take the time to wish the city a Happy Birthday, you could have a chance to win.

This magical city we call home is turning 300. Come celebrate. To enter: – Post a photo on Instagram of your favorite New Orleans image/memory. – Tell us why New Orleans is your favorite place to travel, OR share why you'd like to wish New Orleans a happy 300th birthday – Follow and tag @AceNewOrleans in your post – Include #onetimeinnola and #acenola300 – Tag two friends – Post by May 18 Prize: – 3-night stay @AceNewOrleans – Dinner for two @Seaworthynola – Breakfast for two @JosephineEstelle – Lunch for two by the pool #UpatAlto – Two tickets to a show @ThreeKeysnola – 3 exclusive limited-edition vinyls (King Britt presents Sister Gertrude Mary, The Meters Live on the Queen Mary, Six of Saturns, vol 1) – An @AceNewOrleans Tote – A NOLA cocktail history tour with Beverage Director Matt Ray, featuring one Tricentennial cocktail at each F&B outlet at the hotel (Lobby Bar, Seaworthy, Alto Rooftop Garden & Grill and Josephine Estelle) – Recipe and history book of the four cocktails featuring hand painted artistry from Ace's own bellman, Tyrell Shaw aka @shawart365. Details: One winner will be chosen at random on May 19. Travel is based on availability and must be completed before Dec 31, 2018. For additional details about the contest, follow @aceneworleans.

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With Ace Hotel’s latest offering, travelers can try their hand at winning a stay at the luxury accommodation. Winners receive a three-night stay at the Ace Hotel New Orleans. The perks don’t stop there. The deal also includes breakfast at Josephine Estelle, lunch at Alto, dinner at Seaworthy, two tickets to a Three Keys performance, as well as Sister Gertrude vinyls and an Ace Hotel New Orleans tote bag. You’ll be living in luxury during your entire stay in New Orleans.

To enter, simply post one of your favorite New Orleans’ memories on Instagram, captioning it with why the city is your favorite place to travel. Also be sure to include why you would like to wish New Orleans a Happy Birthday.

When entering, don’t forget to tag Ace Hotel New Orleans in your post at @acehotelneworleans. Top off your post with the hashtags #onetimeinnola and #acenola300.

You have until May 18, 2018 to enter this contest so don’t wait.

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