Frommer's New Orleans 2024

(Paperback, 9th New 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 expertsLavinia Spalding and Tami Fairweather, 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.

• 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

Lavinia Spalding is series editor of The Best Women's 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 city's extraordinary array of sights, sounds, scents, and tastes. But it's the feeling of New Orleans she loves most--a warmth and spirit unlike anything she's experienced in all her wanderings. She's here to stay.

Tami Fairweather is Communications consultant, project manager, and writer for organizations and individuals who lead with heart, putting humanity, culture, and nature first. Born and raised bi-coastal in Massachusetts and Washington state, her current home is New Orleans. Tami has a BA with honors in commercial recreation with an emphasis in tourism.

full-width" tabindex="-1">Communications consultant, project manager, and writer for organizations and individuals who lead with heart, putting humanity, culture, and nature first. My intuitive approach to communications and project management brings practical guidance, clarity, and efficient processes to make things happen. My 20+ year career in marketing, media relations and events has spanned the travel, outdoor, arts, entertainment and nonprofit industries with one common theme: connection. Born and raised bi-coastally in Massachusetts and Washington State, my current home base is in New Orleans, where I hold great reverence for the culture bearers that make the city so special. I have a BA with honors in commercial recreation with an emphasis in tourism.