New Orleans is in the midst of 24/7 celebration – well, more than usual – starting in December through Mardi Gras Day. And the articles written, photos taken and tweets composed all reflect the escapades of this holiday season. This week’s New Orleans Around the Web found that New Orleans is the strangest city in America, visitors are enjoying Christmas cruises and a previously skeptical west coaster is now a New Orleans convert.
New Orleans says it best at Christmas: “Peace Yall.” Photo from @BrandonBaker
New Orleans folks are strange? Yep, we sure are and proud of it! New Orleans is once again on the top of a Travel + Leisure list for America’s Strangest People.
Mardi Gras Day is only 82 days away! The Speak its Name blog traces the origins and history of one of Mardi Gras’ decadent traditions: the King Cake.
Vote for your favorite dressed up mannequin at the trendy Magazine Street consignment store, Buffalo Exchange, styled by six local fashion bloggers.
It looks like @nolagirl70 is enjoying a Christmas New Orleans Style cruise aboard the Steamboat Natchez on this lovely New Orleans day!
A staunch Northern Californian, never expecting to take to the Big Easy lifestyle, surprised herself after a recent visit that derailed her previous stance on our gluttony and indulgence.
Well put, @hypebeast101: “Good morning New Orleans and surrounding planets” – New Orleans could seemingly secede from Earth!
@Brianpurchia: “In New Orleans. Just had first fried food of weekend.” We predict you’ll consume a lot more in the near future!
Exciting news! @clea_simon: “Yay! An indie bookstore expands in New Orleans! Maple Street Book Shop Opens Two New Stores in 2011 http://t.co/o0r4CU76 via @publisherswkly.”
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