New Orleans
Information on the cresent city, New Orleans, including information about lodging, restaurants and entertainment. Also editorial regarding the effects to the city after hurricane Katrina.
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Disney's 2009 The Princess and the Frog as a Reminder of What New Orleans LostWith some still bothered by the racial stereotypes used in Disney animation 70 years ago, others might think Disney's upcoming "Princess and the Frog" with black characters is an attempt to repair that. In reality, it may be more of a post-Katrina tribute to New Orleans... -
Give to New Orleans This Christmas: Donating Gifts, ToysA list of worthy, effective charities in the New Orleans area, where you can donate Christmas toys, money or time.
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Hurricane Gustav: Best Routes Out of New OrleansNew Orleans Mayor Ray Nagin orders a mandatory evacuation for the city beginning 8 am Sunday but roads are already beginning to clog.
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Traditional New Orleans FavoritesThe wonderful thing about growing up in New Orleans is all the great food you are exposed to.
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New Orleans MemoriesThe earliest recollections of growing up in New Orleans centered on family gatherings and church.
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Thanksgiving Weekend in New OrleansRain or shine, bustling or not, New Orleans is a fantastic place to spend Thanksgiving and the holidays.
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Surviving KatrinaThe emotional toll and losses experienced during Hurricane Katrina where not limited to the victims. Volunteers and rescuers also dealt with conflicting and disturbing emotions, even in a successful operation. This is a first hand personal account. -
New Orleans Restaurant GuideThe French Quarter in New Orleans is open and ready for tourists. This is a guide to some of my favorite restaurants in the Big Easy.
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Rebuiding a Franchise: The New Orleans Hornets in 2006A preview of the 2006 NBA season for the New Orleans Hornets.
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Hotel Guide: New Orleans, LouisianaThere are some absolutely amazing hotel in New Orleans, Louisisna, and I review the top three of these hotels for potential guests consideration.
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Mardi Gras - New Orleans Traditions and Things to DoThe actual season of Mardi Gras begins on January 6th and continues through to "Fat Tuesday" or more commonly known as Mardi Gras, the day before Ash Wednesday. -
New Orleans Lesson: Your Life Begins with Community ServiceServing the community is a great way to learn about yourself. Learn from others and grow within.
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On Hurricane Katrina, from a Resident's PerspectiveYou hear a lot about the Hurricane from officials and others, but often the resident's ideas are left out. Well, here is my take on this natural disaster! -
Hurricane KatrinaHurricane Katrina devastated my home state of Mississippi on August 29, 2005. How are you supposed to feel after something like this affects your life - your friends, your family, your neighbors, your state which you love because it is home?
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Good Seafood Outside of New OrleansYou don't have to walk the French Quarter, fight for a parking place, or spend an arm and a leg to eat delicious New Orleans food.
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Post Katrina, Uptown New Orleans ReturnsIt's been almost two months since Hurricane Katrina flooded 80% of New Orleans. While much of the city remains uninhabited and uninhabitable, Uptown shows signs of normality. But it's not the "old normal," it's a "new normal."
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Hurricane Katrina: The Calm After the StormOne person's story of the chaos of Hurricane Katrina and the effect on their family before, during and after. -
Pets Abandoned in New OrleansAlthough it's illegal in the State of Louisiana to abandon a pet, federal evacuation authorities are demanding evacuees leave their companion animals behind. -
Traveling New Orleans by BikeThis article paves the route for novice cyclists and travelers looking to get around car free in one of the most infamous hot spots on any wanderer's hit list, including practical, relevant information on rentals, routes, and sights along the way.
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New Orleans' Top Five Pizza JointsNew Orleans is well-known for great cuisine. Beignets, Crawfish Monica, coffee with chicory, Hurricanes… pizza. Pizza? Here's where locals go for pizza in New Orleans.
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Things to Do in New OrleansAside from eating there are many wonderful things to do in New Orleans. Granted, New Orleans is the "Party Capitol of the World," but if you are going to come here for a visit, you should explore the rest of the city and outlying areas.
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