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New Orleans Attractions Knowledge Base

New Orleans attractions? Hey, so I obviously need some help. My family is one of those types that will sit in the room if there is not a specific game plan, so I need some cool New Orleans attractions that will get everybody excited and out of the room. Do you know of any attractisons/places/or activities that will be fun and family friendly (there is a 16 year old and a 12 year old)? I know that they enjoy the French Quarter, Jackson Square, and other places like that if that helps at all... Thanks in advance for all the help! :D

need info on new orleans sites and attractions? My husband and I will be going to New Orleans for Spring Break. Can someone please give me a nice hotel that we can stay at? Where would you recommend we eat, have drinks and listen to some good music? What would be a good amount of time to spend in New Orleans? I have never been to New Orleans and I know there is so much to see and do. A little bit of help would be greatly appreciated! Thank You in advance.

What are some good tourists (college students) attractions in new orleans? It seems as if everything my family use to go to down there is closed like Six Flags. I really can't find anything that I think would entertain a bunch of college students. We are going down there to volunteer but of course we have to have fun while we are down there helping. What are some happening places down there? Please take this question seriously, don't reply with an answer if its not helping. I will report you because its in the rules.

What are the unusual and fun roadside attractions from New Orleans, LA to Branson, Mo? Traveling with kids this summer ages 7-10 and want to see the old time route 66 style places on the way up to Branson.

Attractions in New Orleans? I will be going to New Orleans this weekend? Any travel advice? Must go places? Must eat foods? Must see shows? I am open to anything.

Please tell me about some good hotels in New Orleans that are safe/close to attractions and won't break the ba? Some that wont break the bank,, I don't mind spending some money but I don't want to spend an enormous amount on hotels.

Looking for a decent New Orleans hotel "safe and close to attractions"? Safe and close to attractions? Thanks in advance. Oh yeah, don't mind spending some money but don't want to get outrageous.

Where are some nice French Attractions in the US besides New Orleans?

I'm going to New Orleans, Biloxi, Mobile shortly. What attractions are left and active after Katrina?

What should I do during my visit to New Orleans? My boyfriend and I are visiting New Orleans at the end of July, and I'm curious to know what restaurants/attractions we shouldn't miss. I know that the summer isn't the busiest time in the city, but we're getting a really good deal on the hotel so I definitely wanted to take advantage of that!! Thanks!

New Orleans tourism info needed? does anyone know of the popular tourist attractions in New Orleans of the 1920's were? or even in the 1910's is okay too.

New Orleans? I want to visit Nola in a month for a anniversery and I want to make sure it's up and running so it would be worth my time. Also, any attractions/restaurants that I should experience? Thanks

Senior going to New Orleans first week December, what Hotel, what to see, what to do? Would like to See New Orleans. Senior planning trip first week of December. What is weather like, what to see (museums, tourist attractions, tours), what to eat, nightime entertainment. Heres the catch. It has to be on the CHEAP. Need advice to save money. I travel on a limited budget. What is a cheap hotel that is within walking distance to attractions? I need suggestions. HELP!

What is cheap and fun to do in New Orleans? Me and my boyfriend are taking a senior trip, and are still only considering New Orleans. We're worried it won't be in our price range ($300 ish). Are there any fun, romantic, scary, gorgeous spots? I'm big on haunted towns, and i've heard there are some attractions. Romantic, well i'm sure that explains itself: nice sunset locations, clean cheap hotels... Fun, festivals? I would even enjoy old plantation houses and pretty architecture. I have gone to websites, but never really find anything about prices.

What are the best things to do in new orleans for a father and two daughters? we are going on vacation to new orleans louisiana next week and i want to know what are the best attractions/tourist sites for a father and two daughters to do in 2-3 days

Whats the best hotel in new orleans during music festival? Does anyone know the best place to stay in new orleans during the 2008 music festival july4-6.I know they have several areas where you can stay .....like downtown,french quarter ,or warehouse district. I want a nice hotel and I want to be near the main attractions. THis is my first time going!

I am visiting New Orleans and want to know about exciting things to do? Hello All, I am visiting New Orleans in January 2009 and would like to know where are the hot spots? Are there any great restaurants, night clubs or other tourist attractions to try out? I will be coming with my job so it would definitely be after 5-6pm outings. Thanks

Has anyone ever driven from New York to New Orleans? We are planning a road trip to New Orleans for Mardi Gras in Feb 2010... I am looking for some information on the route down, meaning attractions, sights etc... I've never driven down that way before and am wondering if there is anything worth stopping for on the way down??

I'm going on a trip to New Orleans at the end of March. What can I do there? (attractions, restaurants, hotels

Going to New Orleans any good tips? Going to spend the weekend in New Orleans. Have insider/good tips on food and attractions I don't want to miss?

Should i travel to New Orleans in this holidays? I heard from CNN the crime rate in New Orleans is really high. Should I travel there in this coming Christmas holidays? What are the places of attraction there?

How much Money Do I need to Bring for a 4 day trip to New Orleans? I am visiting my fiancee's hometown for 4 days starting February 19th through the 24th I heard something about "FAT TUESDAY" but I dont know what that is, anywho I need to know how much money I should plan on spending out there and also if anyone could throw in some great attractions that last all night long I would greatly appreciate it?

Places to visit in new orleans.? I plan to visit new orleans for a 5 day vacation. Can anyone suggest the tourist attractions in and around new orleans?

I am going on vacation to New Orleans in May, what should I definitely see? Any suggestions for food, attractions, hotspots, or just anything interesting and cultural!

Can you plan a Baton Rouge/New Orleans vacation for 4 crazy teenagers? We're on a budget of $1200 all together. Ages: 19,18,17,15. All girls. We need: A hotel for a week Shopping Partying Lots of tourist attractions Lots and Lots of food!!!!! We don't want to leave anyone out. We need a hotel that allows 18 year olds to check in alone. Any and all ideas are appreciated.

driving to new orleans this weekend and would like to stop by Lafayette? any attractions there? historical places , any other architectural magnificent buildings that can be more interesting

What should I do In new orleans? Ok so im going to N.O. this weekend for a saints football game, what should I do on saturday? What are the must see attractions of N.O.? Any suggestions are appreciated.

What to do in New Orleans? Metairie safe & close to French-Q? I am going during the Essence music festival. If you are from N.O. or have visited please give me your opinion on the best resturants, ferries boats, bars, club, attractions, etc. Don't forget a safe place to stay and parking advice thanks!

Going to New Orleans with kids? Which are some attractions that are cheap, or free specially for kids in Lousiana (Specially around New Orleans) We'll be there for two weeks. Help!

Would you go to nightclubs and bars like on Bourbon St. in New Orleans if? you knew people there were allowed to carry guns? And would you go to tourist attractions like Disney World if you knew people were allowed to carry guns?

how is new orleans?Current residents or tourists please? How is post-katrina new orleans? Can anyone tell me about the damage there? My husband and I want to come for mardi gras.Is the whole city under the curfew or just badly damaged parts?the media hasn't really talked about. What tourism attractions are closed/open and which ones are good to see?

Things to do in New Orleans for the under 18 crowd(im17)? I'll be going down there in March and im looking for things to do while my rents are out doing whatever. Any Clubs, attractions, anything for the under 18 crowd

What to do in New Orleans? Next Summer I am going to New Orleans for a week in July. I will primarily be attending a conference and helping to rebuild some of the natural life(planting trees), so I won't have too much time to spend there. What are the must-sees in New Orleans? I like seeing historical points and more the more innocent attractions. I am looking for a family-type vacation. Any fun museums around there?

How about making New Orleans the new "Venice?"? That city has the potential of being the biggest tourist attraction in the U.S. We could save the Army Corps of Engineers a lot of headaches by just letting Mother Nature have her way and flood the streets; making Canal Street a truism. Two hundred years from now, you'd have people sitting in a bar on Bourbon Street saying things like, "My ancestors lived here when the city was dry."

I am looking for a really scary haunted house or attraction to visit around New Orleans/ Baton Rouge? Looking for a haunted house for Holloween that will REALLY scare us. Anywhere aroung New Orleans or Baton Rouge area. Want it to be reallistic if possible and VERY scary!

Tampa or New Orleans? I am trying to plan a long weekend vacation and I'm torn between New Orleans or Tampa. We are interested in attractions in both places and both would be the same price. We've never been to either location - any help would be great!

Is anything going on in New Orleans in October for Tourists ie:Halloween? I want to visit and would like to in October when the weather seems to be better but I also thought there might be some special attractions since it is a spooky time of year.

New Orleans Jazz? My friend and I are planning a trip to New Orleans during the summer. Our main attraction, and primary reason for going to New Orleans in particular, is Jazz music. We are both seventeen years old currently. Is there any well known shows which would be available to individuals of all ages? Could you please recommend some shows or events in particular? Please list the prices for any events listed. I'd prefer answers from people in the area who are familiar with the "jazz" scene. Thanks

Things to do in New Orleans? I'm vacationing to New Orleans in a week, and I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on places to go for food, cultural experiences, bars, tourist attractions??? Thanks :)

New Orleans tourism? Is New Orleans safe for tourism? Are most of the tourist attractions open for business again? What part of town would be the safest to stay at? Are there any hotels in the French Quarter that have easy and free parking?

How much money would 4 people need for a road trip from Pittsburgh to New Orleans? We are 2 couples in college. We are trying to estimate how much money each of us would need for this trip. It will be a spring break trip that could take up to a week. We're driving a 2009 Ford Fusion from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to New Orleans, Louisiana. We figured we'd split the drive there into 2 days to stop in the way. We need an estimate for everything considered. We don't plan to starve ourselves and we'd like to stop at the occasional good restaurant and attraction. We estimate the New Orleans hotel to cost us $40-$50 from what we found online. We figured anyone with road trip experience could help us out. Tips on saving money would help too!

What can I do in New Orleans? I'm staying for about four days (part of Sat., Sun, Mon, part of Tues.) Any must-see attractions?

I am going to New Orleans for the first time and....? I heard it was not the safest place to be. Is this true? Also, what are some hot spots like resturants, attractions and bars for me and my husband to go to? Thanks

we are an elderly couple going to new orleans and want to know which tour groups are the best/? WHICH TOUR GROUPS are the best? does any of them pick up at the hotels? which attractions are the best.

Miami to New Orleans Roadtrip!!? Hi Everyone!! Next weekend 3 friends and I are driving from Miami to New Orleans for the LSU vs UF game. We're driving up I-95 from to Miami to Jacksonville the first day. Then across I-10 from Jacksonville to New Orleans the next day. We're looking for some fun stops along the way that are very close to the interstate so we can just hop off for a quick break and a few pictures. Maybe some kitchy roadside attractions or unique places? Mostly we love pictures and want some cute photo opportunities! lol Any ideas? Also suggestions for unique must-see places in New Orleans and Baton Rogue are welcome!! Thanks!!

Visiting New Orleans with the kiddies? I'm visiting New Orleans for about a day...maybe two with my kids, all teens. We want to show them some of the interesting sites but being that they're kids they wont be all too interested in the WW2 museum or the like. Too much like school i suppose lol. What would you all recommend, specifically, that we should definatly check out? Of course we want to eat at some point in the day but I've read about most of those must see places...I'm looking more for things like sites or attractions, like the wax museum or the zoo? Any other cool places? Hidden secrets or little known places would be nice to hear about :)

Voodoo, ghosts and pirates! Is Cajun country, New Orleans, really still a spooky, authentic creole enclave? Or is it just a sprawling city like many others? That is to say, is the place steeped in a Caribbean/Cajun/Creole vibe and some genuinely interesting voodoo history, or is the voodoo stuff nothing more than a tourist attraction from a long forgotten past? I heard the Voodoo temple was really just a shop on one of the main streets.

Is it okay to take kids to New Orleans/Biloxi? We are thinking about heading to Biloxi and New Orleans this year for our family vacation. Is there a lot for kids to do? Our girls are 3 and 7 and we want this to be fun for them. I know Biloxi has casinos, and they used to offer child care centers, do they still have these? When I am searching online, I can't tell if some articles were written before or after Katrina. I know the Grand had a kid's quest, and there were kids activities at some of the other casino/hotels. What kind of attractions are in that area or nearby that the kids would enjoy? Also, can you recommend a good and affordable hotel? My boyfriend wants to stay in one of the casino hotels. Don't worry, I definitely would not take my kids to Bourbon Street!

Which hotels are safe and affordable in New Orleans? A friend and I are traveling by car from MI to New Orleans in December. We want to stay in a safe location, and in a place that isn't too expensive as we are both college students. Does anyone know of great places to stay that are cheap and possibly close to attractions/things to do? We've searched sites like hotels.com to get an idea, but we are looking for some more direct insight. If anyone can give us hotel info, area info, things to do, or forewarnings about bad things, that would be great! Thanks

Road Trip Suggestion: NYC to New Orleans? Hi, we are planning a road trip NYC to New Orleans for Christmas & New Year. Definitely going to pass thru South Beach along the way. So, we are looking for suggestion for local attraction and "must eat this while in town" places along the way. Use Google maps to see our route. As long as its within 10-15 miles off the route we will stop by and try it out. We watch shows like Bizarre Food & Man Vs. Food. Which represent local chows that are good and not fine cuisine price. Since we are in the age range of 25-30, we would like to find out about the happening night life and places we can visit along the way as well. Any suggestion will be much appreciated. Thank you.

Is September 27th - 30th a good time to take a trip to New Orleans? ? I'm planning on taking a trip to NO on September 27th. This is the only time I have available for the trip, so I can't go in October or during Mardi Gras. People are telling me that it is a bad idea to go at this time of year though, especially in the wake of hurricane Gustav. I thought the town wold be back up and running by the 27th and they'd be pleased of the tourism, but many friends insist otherwise, recommending I take a break elsewhere, like Chicago, Boston or Miami. Will New Orleans be battered and unpleasant to visit at around this time? Will the tourist spots, tours and attraction still be open? Are the bayous worth visiting at this time of year? Or should I go elsewhere? Thanks

In New Orleans for 4 days! The MUST eat and see !!!? I AM GOING TO NOLA this weekend for four days!!!! So exited! But don't want to waste any time! :) PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE, tell me what do I absolutely have to try (food, drinks, deserts :) and what to see. We are definitely going to see major attractions, but i want some inside info :) I don't eat farm meat (bird too), but I do eat anything that comes from the ocean/water. Thanks! PS, any other advice/suggestions would be GREATLY appreciated!

Does anybody know the secret hotel in New Orleans on bookit.com? Details: The AAA 4 Diamond Award Winning Mystery Hotel allows for quick access to both the excitement of Bourbon Street and nearby downtown attractions of Harrah's Casino • 4:00 PM Check In • 11:00 AM Check Out • Number of Rooms: 500 • Number of Floors: 12 • Renovations: Renovated • Renovation year: 2005 http://hotels.bookit.com/louisiana/neworleans/4starluxuryfrenchquarterhoteloncanalstreet/ I am planning on going to NOLA to help with the rebuild effprt and was going to spend a few days rewarding myself in a nice hotel- I am hoping this could be the one...

Husband and I taking a trip to new orleans soon, suggestions? Mardi Gras is this week, but I was curious when all of that would have wrapped up and been cleaned up as well because we'd like to go for a weekend trip in the next few weeks. What places should I absolutely eat at, and what to get? What are the best and most affordable places to shop? What attractions are a must see? And also any good advice overall. We are military and plan to stay at the bases hotel and drive in, so recommendations on safe places to park would also be nice. We're looking for tons of fun, without spending tons of money :) Oh is everything really far apart, so i should expect to walk forever far distances? Thanks so much!!

Hye there, What is the best and cheapest way to travel in and around the United States? I am planning to visit U.S.A this summer and I come from U.K so I am not eligible to drive in the U.S. Thus my options of travel between states are down to by air, train or bus. I plan to visit New York, Washington D.C, Florida, New Orleans, Dallas, Pheonix, Los Angeles, Springfield. I would also like to know more about the best and cheapest way to travel between place of attractions in those states. Thank you for answering.

I am planning on going on a trip to louisiana, mississippi, and western florida. What are good things to do? I know there are a lot of things to do in new orleans, but i am also looking to do things in northern Louisiana. I want to stay in the southern part of Mississippi, and western florida. I only plan to stay a couple days in each state. What are great sites and attractions that are not too expensive to see. I want to have an awesome experience.

What should I bring on this crazy long road trip? Were going from San fransisco CA to Mt. Katahdin Maine. Were stopping in LA, Las Vegas, San Antonio, New Orleans, Disney World, South Carolina, New York NY and probably at a few roadside attractions along the way. Planning for it to take about 20-30 days. Were leaving June 5th, so it'll be summer summer hot. (were camping out all nights except those spent in La, Las Vegas etc.) what should we bring?

New Orleans attractions? I will be celebrating my 21st birthday with 4 of my girlfriends in New Orleans pretty soon. We'll be partying on Bourbon Street that night but what are some good places to go during the day?

my parents and 2 brothers are visiting USA as tourists this september? so their route is gonna be: 1. New York 2. Boston 3. Chicago 4. Seatle 5. San Fransisco 6. LA 7. Las Vegas 8. New Orleans 9. Miami my question is around how much is it gonna cost for 4 people to go see all these cities, some of their best attractions and how long is it gonna take?

How can I theme a bedroom around Disneyland's Pirates of the Caribbean? I'm doing this kid's bedroom, and he wants it themed around Pirates of the Caribbean the ride. He's 16 years old, and a HUGE Disneyland-fanatic. he doesn't want something corny or childish, but he wants to go all out. He wants an authentic, real-deal sort of room. The room is large rectangular and has vaulted ceilings. He also wants it to be a little reminiscent of New Orleans Square. The painting job is already done, it's a tan base and it looks as if a pipe broke or something, cuz it appears to have water just pouring down and damaging the walls. He has a nice keyboard, and said he'd like that to be dressed up a bit more pirate-y. It has light oak panels which deters from the look he wants. He has the PotC attraction poster, but would love more posters. I told him about Disney's print on demand system, and he was very excited, but what print(s) should I get? The room is spacious, and he hates it. He wants it to be like the ride, where you never see the same thing twice. very busy! oh ya, he wants a desk as well (he's an artist). He said either a bar look, or whatever... Just something he could doodle on or write or jazz like that. Thanks for your help!

What Disneyland paintings are in the computers at Disneyland? Ok, so my friend is going to Disneyland, CA soon, and since I'm not planning to go for another year, I want him to pick up a painting or some kind of poster for me. So my question is, in the computers at the Disney Gallery and at the World of Disney store,(where you can pick posters and size) what options do I have to choose from? What I'm looking for is a concept painting or poster of New Orleans Square or anything in that area. I'm mainly interested in posters of the Blue Bayou Resturaunt or of the Streets and buildings of New Olreans Square, something that looks like a painting (I'm at a loss of words now! I can't think of any other way to describe it!). I already have the attraction posters for Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. So if you could give me an internet site that had the options listed, or if you could send me pics of them (cap10hook72@yahoo.com) I would greatly appreciate it! THANKS! Ok, so my friend is going to Disneyland, CA soon, and since I'm not planning to go for another year, I want him to pick up a painting or some kind of poster for me. So my question is, in the computers at the Disney Gallery and at the World of Disney store,(where you can pick posters and size) what options do I have to choose from? What I'm looking for is a concept painting or poster of New Orleans Square or anything in that area. I'm mainly interested in posters of the Blue Bayou Resturaunt or of the Streets and buildings of New Olreans Square, something that looks like a painting (I'm at a loss of words now! I can't think of any other way to describe it!). I already have the attraction posters for Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. So if you could give me an internet site that had the options listed, or if you could send me pics of them (cap10hook72@yahoo.com) I would greatly appreciate it! THANKS!

What Disneyland paintings (posters) are available to buy at Disneyland? Ok, so my friend is going to Disneyland, CA soon, and since I'm not planning to go for another year, I want him to pick up a painting or some kind of poster for me. So my question is, in the computers at the Disney Gallery and at the World of Disney store,(where you can pick posters and size) what options do I have to choose from? What I'm looking for is a concept painting or poster of New Orleans Square or anything in that area. I'm mainly interested in posters of the Blue Bayou Resturaunt or of the Streets and buildings of New Olreans Square, something that looks like a painting (I'm at a loss of words now! I can't think of any other way to describe it!). I already have the attraction posters for Pirates of the Caribbean and the Haunted Mansion. So if you could give me an internet site that had the options listed, or if you could send me pics of them (cap10hook72@yahoo.com), or attempt to describe them, I would greatly appreciate it! THANKS!

A weekend in the French Quarter. What to do? I will be spending an upcoming weekend in new orleans French Quarter. What are some things I should do to get a feel for it? Attractions? sight seeing? restuarants? I need as much infor as you can give! Thanks

Road Trip from Winnipeg MB to San Antonio TX.? We're planning on driving to San Antonio this fall (September probably). I'm looking for any suggestions on attractions or things to check out either in SA or along the way. So far the plan is to head south on the I29 then I35. We will be camping mostly, so any campground suggestions near our route are greatly appreciated! Also, is it worth the extra 8 hour drive to go to New Orleans?

Im going to America!? Where would a slim person go to eat and do I have to eat super size. ps, what attractions should I visit in New Orleans?

Is it normal to have attraction with opposite race ? I always had this attraction for black woman . Since i was in 3 or 4th grade and this black girl monigue use to twirl her fingers through my hair while she sat behind me in class, lol. I went to like 90% black schools in new orleans and was raised in foster care so most of the people around me were black and it didnt matter cause it was all I knew I guess. I like white girls but I look at black woman differently . They dont always look back the same way lol . I hear you cute for a white boy but its hard for me relationship wise. white girls tend to find me brash and they say I talk different. I try to explain im me and I dont pretend its my accent and I cant change it. My friends joke you not white u a black man trapped in a white man body, but deep inside I hurt. Cause im not accepted by both races sometimes. I been with several black woman intimately ,like 17 or so, but im 29 so thats normal . do you find it abnormal to feel this way? any suggestions? yes i been with some white girls too under ten though but they are cool too, I kinda lower the number on the black woman , it was fairly high and I didnt want to seem like some freak . which i am lol thanks for the honest answers its nice to know we still got good people in the worls umm white girls i been with was total of ten , not under ten just to clarify that, so read it correctly lol man i better proof read for now on

Does anyone know of any great small town or cities (that isn't too touristy) in both florida & luisiana? I'm taking my vacation and I want to go somewhere that isn't very "touristy" I don't care for tourist attractions. mainly a nice quiet beach that I can relax and read a book w/o all the noise and distractions that orlando & new orleans has. Can anyone help me????

Which Southern cities are your favorite? Least favorite? Why? Texas, Oklahoma, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Alabama, Georgia, Florida (geographically it's Southern but otherwise...), South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia. These states are considered Southern, as are their cities. Some people call West Virginia southern. I'm not so sure I agree with that. No part of Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, or Delaware can be considered Southern in any way. My picks: -Favs: Galveston, Austin, San Antonio, Ft. Worth, Memphis, Nashville, Mobile, Southhaven, MS -Okay: Knoxville, Clarksville, TN, Jackson, MS, Dallas, Houston -Not-so-favs: Louisville, Lexington, Orlando, Northern Virginia, New Orleans -My favs: they're my favs b/c of the natural beauty, attractions and people -Okay: these cities have a lot to offer but just doesn't suit my personality. I have nothing against them, though. -My not-so-favs: these cities are beautiful (in some ways, at least,) but the people can be pretty rude.

Staying on Canal St... how is the area?? My boyfriend & I will be in New Orleans Halloween time, & we booked a Marriott on Canal St. Can anyone give me info as to how that area is? Being that we've never been there, I was just wondering if it's a nice, ok, bad area. And how close is it to attractions (such as Bourbon St & so on). Thank you very much!! :)

weekend travel help....PLEASE!!? hello, i would like some help looking for a place to take a weekend vacation to with my husband. but i need some help because we have never really be anywhere in the local states. we live in new orleans louisiana and we would like to maybe visit mississippi, alabama, and florida. and the reason i need help is because we don't really want to go to beaches or like MAIN attractions of a city. we want it to be more personal and intimate...... thanks for all of your help in Advance. have a blessed day! :-)

U.S. Road Trip...where and what to eat? I am planning a motorcycle road trip through the US. I have a map of the US and pin-pointed places I know I would love to stop and see. I need some help from everyone. 1. Is there anything in the state/city you are from that you would recommend me seeing? i.e. state and national parks, monuments, buildings, attractions, or stuff I just have to see 2. I'm looking for food. So is there any kind of food your city/state is famous for? i.e. Baltimore - blue crab, Philly - cheese steak subs, Kansas City - BBQ, New Orleans - gumbo...

Please! Ideas for a Honeymoon? No beach!? Me and my Girlfriend have some rules to choose our honeymoon, first of all NO BEACH! (She does not like it), it can be a city in the coast, but not a place with a beach as it´s only attraction. no the following cities... San Francisco, Las Vegas, New York, New Orleans, Los Angeles, Vancouver, Ottawa, Quebec, Madrid, Paris, London, Barcelona. (We have been there before) The wedding will be in November 2009, so we want a place with nice weather in that time also. We have been talking about some options like Panama, Costa Rica, Dubai, etc. But not sure what to choose. Please Help!

{Days 22&23} BHM Appreciation Thread...Important cities? Today, examining cities that have had some importance in black history….no real question, but feel free to comment on anything. Atlanta: Blacks becoming a major force in Atlanta after the Civil War. In the late 1800’s, almost half of the residents were black, yet the city remained in racial turmoil. In 1915, ATL became the headquarters for the KKK, and during the 1960’s Martin Luther King Jr. emerged as the leader of the civil rights movement, bringing more historic importance to the city. The MLK Jr. National Historic Site has helped make Atlanta a big tourist attraction for those interested in Black History. Birmingham: this city was added to the Black History books in 1963, when four young black girls at Sunday school were killed by a bomb at the 16th Street Baptist Church. Riots soon erupted, and it was there that Martin Luther King was jailed for anti-segregation protests. Birmingham’s first black mayor, Richard Arrington helped create a historic district devoted to the civil rights movement. “The Birmingham Civil Rights Institute”- museum and research center, opened in 1992. Boston: By 1700, Boston had an active abolitionist movement. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts abolished slavery in 1783, and by the 1830’s, Boston had become the center of American Abolitionist sentiment Detroit: The Great Migration double Detroit’s black population from 6,000 in 1910, to 120,00 in 1930. By way of the auto and other industries, a black middle class developed, creating an important cultural community. In 1930, W.D. Fard founded the Nation of Islam. In the 1960’s, Motown Records pushed many leading black performers to stardom, ie: Diana Ross, Jackson 5. Today, Detroit is more than 75% black. Harlem, NY: this city was the political and cultural center of African American life in the 20th century. The completion of Lenox Ave. subway made commuting to lower Manhattan easier, Blacks (many from the South and West Indies) began moving in. Black culture flourished during the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920’s and 30’s, led by the likes of Marcus Garvey, and other intellectuals. By 1960, what was left of Harlem was a poor community struggling with various social issues, still going on today. Memphis: Beale St., which stretches along the Mississippi River, was the center of the Blues in the earlier part of the 20th century. With the Jim Crow laws in effect, Blacks migrated to Beale St., which was a thriving location of black businesses. Memphis is home of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music. Montgomery: This city represents a milestone in the civil rights movement. Famous for Rosa Parks’ refusal to give up her seat on a bus, what followed was a boycott of the city’s segregated bus system by 17,000 black residents, this would help launch the civil rights movement. The 1965 Selma-to-Montgomery March helped created the momentum that passed the Voting Rights Act of 1965. New Orleans: By the Civil War, light-skinned blacks called Creoles (descended from French & Spanish settlers, and African slaves) had created a healthy middle class community. A lot of creoles were educated and lived apart from black slaves. The slaves, kept alive vestiges of African culture by performing traditional songs and dances. The Jim Crow laws classified Creoles as blacks and barred them from white institutions. They were forced to mix with Blacks, the fusion of these cultures gave birth to Jazz and Blues, giving New Orleans the reputation for being one of the most musically creative cities in the U.S. Then of course Hurricane Katrina in 2005, forced most of the citizens to relocate, those left behind had no power, food, or drinkable water. There is currently no plan to rebuild some of the large scale structures in the city. Nicodemus, Kansas: As Reconstruction came to an end in the 1870s, Many Black southerners feared they’d lose their civil liberties. Known as “Exodusters”, thousands fled to new black towns, like Nicodemus, which was promoted as “the Promised Land”. In 2 years, the community had 700 residents. Bad Weather + crop failures + Union Pacific Railroad’s decision to bypass the town = end for Nicodemus, it was soon deserted. The historical importance, communities such as this offered African Americans opportunities that were very rare in the 19th century. Washington DC: A frequent stop for runaway slaves, many Blacks came to this area after the Civil War. By 1960, the city had a majority black population. The presence of black political organizations, and large marches in the 60’s, made Washington a major center of the Civil Rights Movement. Today, it is one of the largest and most prominent black-dominated communities in the United States. Info for todays thread courteous of infoplease.com/bhmcities

On Criminal Minds...? I Googled Criminal Minds and went to Wikipedia; The site initially stated that it had been renewed for another season, but after I read: Det. William LaMontagne Jr. Played By Josh Stewart. FIrst seen in 2x18 ("Jones") as a New Orleans detective investigating a serial killer. The killer was discovered by his father, who was unfortunately killed in Hurricane Katrina and he then headed the investigation. LaMontagne called in the BAU to assist him in the investigation which was ultimately successful in capturing the woman killer. In this episode we first see the attraction between JJ and Will. The relationship is then confirmed in 3x16 ("In Heat") and it is seen that they have been involved for over a year. In 3x17 ("The Crossing") we discover JJ is pregnant; in the series finale ("Lo-Fi"), we discover he is willing to give up his job to raise the baby with JJ, and that he has asked her to marry him. So now I'm not sure... So did the series end or not?

I am a US citizen in India. I want to take a legal action. Is there any way whereby i can get a legal aid? I am Kinjal. I am a US citizen born in New Orleans , Louisana. I am currently in India, Mumbai. I was living with my Boyfriend who is a Canadian citizen in Toronto where I was doing my Bacherlors in Science.I had C$300,000 with me with the help of which I was planning to study medicince. The plan was to study medicine in India with the help of that money. My boyfriend and me are of Indian Origin. He fooled and wooed me to make investments in canadian bonds in attraction of higher rate of return so that we can take care of our expenses when in India. But since I am a US citizen he told I cannot invest and hence money be trfd in his name so that we can take the advantage of better rates.Now as planned we move to India and as soon as he we reached India, he changed. He became a spend thrift and started squandering and wasting my Dad's hard earned money on clubbing, drinking & girls. Please suggest any legal action and if it can be where can i get the legal aid to facilitate the same

Seattle NON-TOURIST attractions? My boyfriend just moved to Seattle and I'm flying out to visit him for 5 days next week. What are some must-see and must-do attractions that locals swear by? I mean, I already know about the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, 5th Avenue, etc., but I want the nitty-gritty real-deal. (I'm from New Orleans, so I know what it's like to have everything you know and love about a place bastardized, commodified, packaged, and sold to ignorant tourists as "culture".) Just as Bourbon Street isn't the real New Orleans, I expect that the Space Needle isn't what's going to give me a real Seattle. Any local's suggestions would be much appreciated!

questions about disney world? we are planning to go to disney world during thanksgiving, we went 4 years ago during thanksgiving, but i have some questions. 1) is the port of orleans French Quarter a nice place to stay? 2) is it very crowded during that time? 3) what are the very best attractions? 4) what is the carribean neach resort like? 5)what is the best place to shop for souveniers?

Can you guess who wrote this article? "If conservatives don't want to be seen as bitter people who cling to their guns and religion and anti-immigrant sentiments, they should stop being bitter and clinging to their guns, religion and anti-immigrant sentiments. It's been a week now, and I still don't know what those "tea bag" protests were about. I saw signs protesting abortion, illegal immigrants, the bank bailout and that gay guy who's going to win "American Idol." But it wasn't tax day that made them crazy; it was election day. Because that's when Republicans became what they fear most: a minority. The conservative base is absolutely apoplectic because, because ... well, nobody knows. They're mad as hell, and they're not going to take it anymore. Even though they're not quite sure what "it" is. But they know they're fed up with "it," and that "it" has got to stop. Here are the big issues for normal people: the war, the economy, the environment, mending fences with our enemies and allies, and the rule of law. And here's the list of Republican obsessions since President Obama took office: that his birth certificate is supposedly fake, he uses a teleprompter too much, he bowed to a Saudi guy, Europeans like him, he gives inappropriate gifts, his wife shamelessly flaunts her upper arms, and he shook hands with Hugo Chavez and slipped him the nuclear launch codes. Do these sound like the concerns of a healthy, vibrant political party? It's sad what's happened to the Republicans. They used to be the party of the big tent; now they're the party of the sideshow attraction, a socially awkward group of mostly white people who speak a language only they understand. Like Trekkies, but paranoid. The GOP base is convinced that Obama is going to raise their taxes, which he just lowered. But, you say, "Bill, that's just the fringe of the Republican Party." No, it's not. The governor of Texas, Rick Perry, is not afraid to say publicly that thinking out loud about Texas seceding from the Union is appropriate considering that ... Obama wants to raise taxes 3% on 5% of the people? I'm not sure exactly what Perry's independent nation would look like, but I'm pretty sure it would be free of taxes and Planned Parenthood. And I would have to totally rethink my position on a border fence. I know. It's not about what Obama's done. It's what he's planning. But you can't be sick and tired of something someone might do. Republican Rep. Michele Bachmann of Minnesota recently said she fears that Obama will build "reeducation" camps to indoctrinate young people. But Obama hasn't made any moves toward taking anyone's guns, and with money as tight as it is, the last thing the president wants to do is run a camp where he has to shelter and feed a bunch of fat, angry white people. Look, I get it, "real America." After an eight-year run of controlling the White House, Congress and the Supreme Court, this latest election has you feeling like a rejected husband. You've come home to find your things out on the front lawn -- or at least more things than you usually keep out on the front lawn. You're not ready to let go, but the country you love is moving on. And now you want to call it a whore and key its car. That's what you are, the bitter divorced guy whose country has left him -- obsessing over it, haranguing it, blubbering one minute about how much you love it and vowing the next that if you cannot have it, nobody will. But it's been almost 100 days, and your country is not coming back to you. She's found somebody new. And it's a black guy. The healthy thing to do is to just get past it and learn to cherish the memories. You'll always have New Orleans and Abu Ghraib. And if today's conservatives are insulted by this, because they feel they're better than the people who have the microphone in their party, then I say to them what I would say to moderate Muslims: Denounce your radicals. To paraphrase George W. Bush, either you're with them or you're embarrassed by them. The thing that you people out of power have to remember is that the people in power are not secretly plotting against you. They don't need to. They already beat you in public.

Best city to take a day trip? Okay so here are the specifications. I will fly in for the day in the AM and then fly out the same night. I will have $50 and want to have a great day. So the city must have an airport and adequate transportation. I will have only $50 to include transportation, meals and attractions. It can be done. Tell me where I should go and what I should do. If possible include transportation favorite eats and things to see. And not NYC, New Orleans or Baltimore. I have already done those cities in a day and had a great time. I want to try something new! The flight is already taken care of so the $50 is on top of that. Thank you!

What are some good, safe, non-bar attractions in New Orleans? Ones also that can be reached via streetcar?

What are your 10 favorite states? Texas- I love the wide open space. Washington- Seattle is a very pretty city. Louisiana- Love New Orleans, and their culture Georgia- Plenty stuff to do their. Virginia- I lived there and liked it there. North Carolina- Very laid back, beautiful mountains. Tennessee- Loved Memphis, Dolly wood. California- Beaches, San Francisco, and Northern Cali. Is beautiful. Nevada- Las Vegas for their casinos, and party life. Florida- Lots of attraction in Orlando, nice beaches in Miami, Panama City, and Key West for their culture.