10 days in Seattle & New Orleans Itinerary

Nicknamed the "Emerald City" because of its abundant evergreen trees, Seattle is the cultural and business center of the Pacific Northwest, as well as a popular holiday destination.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Chihuly Garden and Glass and Washington State History Museum. Visit Pioneer Square and W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory for their historical value. Step out of Seattle to go to Tacoma and see Museum of Glass, which is approximately 36 minutes away. And it doesn't end there: pick up some local products at Pike Place Market, admire the natural beauty at Bellevue Botanical Garden, browse the range of quality goods at Nordstrom, and admire the masterpieces at National Nordic Museum.

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Nairobi, Kenya to Seattle is an approximately 23.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from East Africa Time (EAT) to Pacific Standard Time (PST), which is usually a -11 hour difference. Traveling from Nairobi in December, expect Seattle to be cooler, temps between 9°C and 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 6th (Tue) to allow time for the flight to New Orleans.

Known for its Creole cuisine, rich musical tradition, and nearby swamps and plantations, New Orleans is one of the nation's oldest cities.

You'll explore and learn at The National WWII Museum and The Sazerac House. Do some cultural sightseeing at French Quarter and Jackson Square. And it doesn't end there: stop by Garden District, examine the collection at The Historic New Orleans Collection, explore the different monuments and memorials at Lafayette Cemetery No.1, and pause for some serene contemplation at Immaculate Conception Church.

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You can fly from Seattle to New Orleans in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Pacific Standard Time to Central Standard Time, which is usually a 2 hour difference. In December, New Orleans is a bit warmer than Seattle - with highs of 16°C and lows of 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 10th (Sat) to allow time for the flight back home.