Step inside the heart of Bourbon Street with Royal Sonesta New Orleans GM David Bilbe on #NoVacancyNews. From historic #neworleans charm to future renovations, this tour gives you a front-row seat to one of the most irreplaceable hotel assets in America.
🔹 Highlights:
- Growing up with Royal Sonesta — why this hotel holds personal meaning for GM David Bilby
- Fulfilling a dream: David’s journey to leading this iconic property
- What makes Royal Sonesta’s energy and vibe so different from other hotels
- Celebrating New Orleans traditions with Easter parades and local favorites
- The unforgettable guest arrival experience — energy that sets the tone instantly
- Touring the jazz club, oyster bar, and fine dining hotspot, Restaurant R’evolution
- How long-time staff loyalty defines the hotel's guest experience
- Balancing modern renovations with authentic New Orleans charm
- Finding calm in the hidden pool courtyard — a true oasis off Bourbon Street
- Stories of guests who return year after year for Jazz Fest, Mardi Gras, and beyond
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