Frommer's EasyGuide to New Orleans

(Paperback, 8th edition)

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Few cities anywhere are as vibrant, historically rich, and just plain fun as New Orleans. But its not a dummy proof destination. Too many travelers leave town wondering what all the fuss is about.

That doesnt happen to those carrying this book. Written by travel expertsDiana K. SchwamandLavinia Spalding,Frommers EasyGuide to New Orleansintroduces travelers to the experiences other visitors miss; and has the type of insightful commentary on the iconic sights that brings them to life. The book includes special sections for those who are visiting during Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest; and day trips to nearby plantations and nature sights. Finally, theres exact pricing for every item in the book, along with transportation tips, to help make your vacation worry free.

The book is fully updated after the pandemic lockdowns:

• Exact pricingand public transportation instructions, so theres never any guessing
• Complete information on the cityslegendary nightlifescene(including the places only locals know about)
• Opinionated adviceon which attractions and restaurants are worth your time and which can be skipped
• Detailed info on the citys lodging options, with frank assessments of whats worth your vacation budget and what isnt
• 16-page photo guidewith vibrant photographs
• Printed in large, easy-to-read type
• Maps throughoutand a handy, full-sized pull-out map

About Frommer's:Theres a reason Frommers has been the most trusted name in travel for more than 60 years. Arthur Frommer created the best-selling guide series in 1957 to help American servicemen fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe, and since then, we have published thousands of titles, become a household name, and helped millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommers.

Author Bio

Diana K. Schwam is a writer, strategic communications consultant, and a New Orleanian by choice from decades back. She can often be found in the citys music, food, and culturalhavensand hovels or exploring its lesser-known and unfolding corners in Miss Gulch her green, two-wheeled pothole-dodger. Diana has infinite love for New Orleansits folks and its ghosts; its eccentric elegance and eternal mysteries; and its tellers of tales and truths: They are as warm and essential to her as its spring air. Shes not much of a dancer but claps on the twos and fours. Usually.

Lavinia Spalding is series editor of The Best Womens Travel Writing, author of Writing Away, and co-author of With a Measure of Grace and This Immeasurable Place. Her work has appeared in the New York Times, Tin House, Longreads, and many other publications, and she co-hosts the podcast There She Goes. Since moving to New Orleans in 2016, Lavinia has been making her way through the citys extraordinary array of sights, sounds, scents, and tastes. But its the feeling of New Orleans she loves mosta warmth and spirit unlike anything shes experienced in all her wanderings. Shes here to stay.