GOLD WINNER NEW ORLEANS
New Orleans, known for attracting thousands of tourists to the infamous Bourbon Street during Mardi Gras, hosts over 100 festivals a year, each festival highlighting the city's rich music and food culture. When visiting the Big Easy, explore the French Quarter and try a beignet or two, then head over to the Garden District to take photos of beautiful Victorian-style mansions and pristine gardens. Sports fans visiting the city during football season can cheer on the New Orleans Saints at the Superdome.