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Mardi Gras — A Spectacular 7 Day Itinerary of What To See & Do in Louisiana During #MardiGras

While Mardi Gras celebrations take center stage in cities from Rio de Janeiro to the Cayman Islands to Quebec City, none are more celebrated around the world than in Louisiana. And New Orleans, of course, the city that parties the entire period from Twelfth Night (the...

What Historic Building is Home to the Audubon Insectarium in New Orleans?

by Linda Aksomitis

No matter where you go in the world you’ll find zoos and aquariums–you won’t, however, find many Insectariums. It may be that we’re a little afraid of insects and their habits. From hornets and tsetse flies, to driver ants and mosquitos, the...

Who’s the Ghost at Reverend Zombie’s Voodoo Shop in New Orleans?

by Linda Aksomitis

An evening in New Orleans isn’t complete without a ghost story or vampire visit, or maybe even a voodoo ritual or two. And while the brightly lit streets and revelry may keep these inhabitants of the night at bay when the sun goes down on Bourbon Street, there...

Louisiana Alligators: In the Wild, at the Farm, and on the Table

by Linda Aksomitis

Finding alligators in Louisiana in February can be difficult even on a day hitting 60 degrees, the average monthly high. My first visit to this warm winter destination, some fifteen years ago, the only alligator I saw was a foot-long little guy the tour guide had...

A Taste of New Orleans: Can you identify this sweet treat?

by Linda Aksomitis

When it comes to things to see and do in New Orleans, Louisiana, visitors often also add “taste” to the must-do list. After all, food is a big part of any culture, and the culture of New Orleans, the Big Easy, has many influences from the French to the...