Sightful Invest
  • Business
  • Investing
  • Politics
  • Stock
Top Posts
Trump says ‘big, beautiful’ bill ‘must’ meet deadline...
Trump touts administration’s progress on peace deals, says...
Venezuelan opposition member details harrowing 400-day captivity at...
Anxious Republicans turn to Trump amid divisions over...
JD Vance poised to clinch victory for Trump’s...
Trump secures record-shattering $1.4B for political war chest,...
Senate shuts down Kaine’s attempt to check Trump’s...
Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ faces Republican family feud...
Marco Rubio holds first meeting with families of...
Trump’s NATO Turnaround: From threatening to pull US...
  • Business
  • Investing
  • Politics
  • Stock

Sightful Invest

Business

New Orleans prepares for Super Bowl 59, its biggest weekend of the year

by admin February 8, 2025
February 8, 2025
New Orleans prepares for Super Bowl 59, its biggest weekend of the year

New Orleans is preparing for an estimated 125,000 visitors and a presidential visit during the weekend of Super Bowl 59, as the reigning champion Kansas City Chiefs take on the Philadelphia Eagles at the Caesars Superdome.

Local businesses are ready, and hotel demand is surging.

Tripadvisor said demand for hotel rooms in New Orleans surged 637% this week as fans of the competing NFL teams scurry to find lodging. Interest from travelers in Pennsylvania and New Jersey has increased more than 14 times, and interest from people in Kansas and Missouri is up 8.5 times since the division championship games in the last week of January, the travel site said.

As of Thursday morning, the average hotel room was going for $650 per night, according to Hotels.com, which is owned by Expedia.

Caesars has the spotlight, however. Along with naming rights to the New Orleans Saints’ stadium, where the NFL championship will be played, Caesars also holds lucrative status as the only casino in New Orleans.

The company has rolled out the red carpet with a nearly half-billion-dollar overhaul of what was formerly a Harrah’s-branded property, and it is using the big game to introduce the brand to new customers.

The biggest football game of the year comes just weeks after a New Year’s Day attack that took place in the city’s French Quarter and killed 14 people, putting New Orleans on high alert.

Security around town is tight. State police, city police and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security all have a heavy presence.

At an NFL briefing on Monday, law enforcement said more than 700 different types of Homeland Security officials will be on the ground during the Super Bowl, and that was before President Donald Trump indicated plans to attend the game.

“I am confident that the safest areas to be in the country this weekend is under the security umbrella our team has put together,” said Cathy Lanier, the NFL’s chief security officer.

Since the Jan. 1 attack in New Orleans, NFL Executive Vice President Jeff Miller said the league has redoubled its safety efforts.

“We added resources, and we feel really good about where we are,” Miller told CNBC.

This post appeared first on NBC NEWS

previous post
Trump unveils sanctions against International Criminal Court for Netanyahu arrest warrant
next post
Southern California Edison acknowledges videos suggest link between equipment and Eaton fire

You may also like

Venu, a $42.99 per month sports streamer, has...

August 2, 2024

Wall Street expects Trump presidency will unlock deal-making

November 9, 2024

DOJ and FTC warn consumers of fraud and...

October 11, 2024

Microsoft confirms performance-based job cuts across departments

January 11, 2025

Panera Brands CEO steps down; CFO to fill...

January 9, 2025

Shein and Temu see U.S. demand plunge as...

June 6, 2025

June home sales slump as median sales price...

July 24, 2024

Disney debuts its latest cruise ship, Treasure, as...

November 21, 2024

Elon Musk’s Starlink brings internet — and politics...

October 4, 2024

The White Stripes sue Trump for using ‘Seven...

September 11, 2024

Recent Posts

  • Trump says ‘big, beautiful’ bill ‘must’ meet deadline as some Republicans waver
  • Trump touts administration’s progress on peace deals, says world leaders ‘respect our country again’
  • Venezuelan opposition member details harrowing 400-day captivity at UN
  • Anxious Republicans turn to Trump amid divisions over ‘big, beautiful bill’
  • JD Vance poised to clinch victory for Trump’s landmark bill as GOP finalizes strategy

    Become a VIP member by signing up for our newsletter. Enjoy exclusive content, early access to sales, and special offers just for you! As a VIP, you'll receive personalized updates, loyalty rewards, and invitations to private events. Elevate your experience and join our exclusive community today!


    By opting in you agree to receive emails from us and our affiliates. Your information is secure and your privacy is protected.

    Categories

    • Business (803)
    • Investing (2,415)
    • Politics (3,000)
    • Stock (4)
    • About us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions

    Disclaimer: sightfulinvest.com, its managers, its employees, and assigns (collectively “The Company”) do not make any guarantee or warranty about what is advertised above. Information provided by this website is for research purposes only and should not be considered as personalized financial advice. The Company is not affiliated with, nor does it receive compensation from, any specific security. The Company is not registered or licensed by any governing body in any jurisdiction to give investing advice or provide investment recommendation. Any investments recommended here should be taken into consideration only after consulting with your investment advisor and after reviewing the prospectus or financial statements of the company.

    Copyright © 2024 Sightful Invest. All Rights Reserved.