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New Orleans Hospitality Industry Coming Back Strong after Gustav -- Hotels and restaurants in New Orleans are rapidly re-opening as residents and employees return to the city. The historic French Quarter, the Warehouse and Arts District, the Convention Center area, and the downtown business district suffered very little damage and for the most part did not even lose power during the height of the storm. The New Orleans Morial Convention Center had virtually no problems and looks forward to its September meeting calendar with no disruptions. The Louisiana Superdome also fared perfectly and is ready to rally the city once again and host the Saints season opener against Tampa Bay on Sunday, September 7th. The Louis Armstrong International Airport is open and handling routine airline traffic today.

There is no mid- or long-term impact of any kind. Hotels are managing weddings and lots of visitors this weekend. New reservations are being taken at some properties now with most of the remaining hotels opening their reservation systems over the next couple of days.

The world's greatest collection of restaurants is rapidly coming back on line. Many restaurants are opening as you read this and the vast majority will be open fully this weekend to serve visitors and New Orleans huge food craving population.

Harrah's Casino will re-open Saturday night at 6:00 pm. with a rousing trademark New Orleans Second Line parade. All of the great animals at the nationally famous Audubon Zoo did exceptionally well, and the Zoo is excited to aim for a re-opening on Saturday!

Stephen Perry, New Orleans CVB

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New Orleans hotels? As locals, we recommend only the best New Orleans hotels -- quality hotels in the New Orleans area within walking distance of the French Quarter; Garden District hotels a streetcar ride away; Metairie hotels with shuttles. These New Orleans hotels offer online real-time hotel reservations internet specials, and the lowest rates available! Reserve your hotel in New Orleans, LA today .. or check out our New Orleans Bed & Breakfasts!
NEW ORLEANS RESTAURANTS
Restaurants! New Orleans is known for its world renown restaurants. Check out recommended restaurants for your visit to New Orleans, LA -- Our guide also offers specials and an interactive map showing locations of each (and status). Try our Cajun & seafood recipes. Visit the premier guide to New Orleans restaurants with menus, prices -- and the ability to make all of your restaurant reservations directly with each New Orleans restaurant at no charge! Or contact all New Orleans restaurants at once for your private party or event.

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Our goal as 5th-generation New Orleanians is to help you get the most out of your New Orleans visit. So request free info from locals, take advantage of free coupons & specials offered by our New Orleans restaurants, attractions, and hotels.
New Orleans Parties & Conventions
Planning a group event or private party in New Orleans? Check out recommended event venues for your group function - the best party venues in New Orleans. Planning a convention in New Orleans? Find New Orleans best caterers and convention gifts for your meeting.

Mardi Gras
Our Mardi Gras site includes tips for visitors to Mardi Gras, Mardi Gras beads and masks, Mardi Gras World tours, and information from the float builders themselves! We also include the parade schedule and dispel many of the myths surrounding our celebration. Our Mardi Gras LIVE takes you behind the scenes.
New Orleans Shopping
Looking for those uniquely New Orleans souvenirs & items? Check here to find out where to find the best shopping in New Orleans! Many of our most popular stores also offer their items online! If you can't live without that New Orleans hot sauce and those Mardi Gras beads, you found the place!

New Orleans Attractions
Attractions and Tours? Not sure what New Orleans tours and attractions to enjoy? Check out our guide to the best New Orleans attractions and tours for some of the most interesting and popular tours to visit on your New Orleans vacation.
Calendar of New Orleans Events
Events? Looking for Jazz Fest info? Check out upcoming New Orleans events with our monthly updated calendar and New Orleans Newsletter, and browse through the sites showcasing how New Orleans celebrates its holidays ... New Year's Eve, Christmas, St. Patrick's Day, and more.

New Orleans Family Travel
Visiting with Kids? Check out our Family Travel section ... find great kid-friendly restaurants, places to stay, attractions and free activities for families! If you've thought New Orleans is just one block of Bourbon Street in the French Quarter, we're happy to show you that you can -- and should -- bring your family!
New Orleans Weddings
Weddings are often held in the romantic atmosphere of New Orleans ... check out recommended New Orleans wedding venues ... including beautiful French Quarter courtyards and steamboats ... as well as requirements for getting married in New Orleans.

French Quarter
Check out our French Quarter Restaurants and French Quarter Hotels! Don't miss a visit to the French Quarter where you will stroll through Jackson Square, enjoy our museums, artists, street performers, and the famous antique galleries of Royal Street. (All pics in slide show above were taken in French Quarter after Hurricane Katrina.)
New Orleans Cruises
While in New Orleans, you'll have to enjoy a cruise on the Mississippi River! We recommend a jazz cruise on the Mississippi with the sounds of the steam-driven calliope by day or our beautiful sunset by night .. or a riverboat cruise to the Audubon Zoo and the Aquarium of the Americas.

Questions for Locals Send us your questions ...there is always a native New Orleanian at the other end of the keyboard to answer you and make recommendations!
New Orleans Late Night
New Orleans is a city that loves its night life. Check out our listings of some of the best entertainment and music you can find in New Orleans at night.

New Orleans Art - New Orleans Art features art showcasing the beauty of New Orleans.. plus the Mardi Gras artwork and sculpture of Blaine Kern artists, the float builders ... and the #1 source for New Orleans Posters online.
New Orleans Music
New Orleans is known for its music. Check out our interview with Pete Fountain, jazz fest info, and the sounds of New Orleans -- a glossary of terms used by New Orleanians.

About New Orleans
Find transportation info and more! Enjoy the wonderful memories of visitors to New Orleans, Louisiana -- and add your note to our guest book!
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New Orleanians are passionate about their sports teams and we have plenty to choose from here. Check out the latest on the Saints, Hornets, Zephyrs, or one of the many college teams in the area.

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