Louisiana

No trip to New Orleans is complete without spending a little time at the Riverwalk Marketplace. So much more than just a shopping center, the Riverwalk Marketplace is a great... keep reading →

photo copyright Peter Lerman Congratulations on your first JazzFest.  I am sure it will not be your last.  I have been to 20.  I want to go to another 20.  Lots of people... keep reading →

The aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, and its consequences for New Orleans. keep reading →

African slaves coming through the Caribbean brought the practice of voodoo to New Orleans but it spread throughout the City crossing all boundaries of race and religion in... keep reading →

This is a hub dedicated to those traveling to New Orleans. It is some advice of places to explore while in New Orleans. keep reading →

In my travels around Louisiana, one of the most edifying and pleasing things I do is visit historic Catholic churches. Entering these dramatic, often towering structures is... keep reading →

New Orleans has the dubious honor of being one of the most haunted cities in the United States, and you guys know by now that I’m a huge fan of getting creeped out for fun.... keep reading →

Growing up in New Orleans, never once did I give above-ground burial a second thought – it was normal for me. Now that I’m adult, I realize why they hold such a sense of... keep reading →

Have you ever wondered what it was like to live and work during antebellum times? If you want to step back in time and learn more about the history of the American South,... keep reading →

I have just returned on Sunday from a three day trip to New Orleans that could have (and arguably should have) lasted three months. I traveled with some friends and my... keep reading →