Why should I go?Moments after you arrive in the Big Easy, it becomes clear that the people here are passionate about two things: music and food. Walk around the streets and the sound of jazz is never far away, nor are the smells of hearty gumbo, spicy jambalaya or those heavenly beignets. The devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina are still being felt in New Orleans. But the rebuilding efforts—which includes Brad Pitt’s Make It Right foundation—and the resilient spirit of the city’s residents keep tourists returning to the city they know and love. Why? Well, there’s never a dull moment, which is always most evident during Mardi Gras New ... Read More >>