The city is covered in exhaustive detail with beautiful cutaway plans andfull-colour maps, as well as an extensive 2 double-page spread of HurricaneKatrina, the after-effects and the re-building effort. Read about thehistory of the Mardi gras, the best antique shopping in the city andFlavours of New Orleans, complete with food glossary. With hundreds ofphotographs, illustrations and maps, this comprehensive guide includesexpanded entertainment listings, practical advice on accommodation,restaurants and nightspots, as well as essential information for shoppingand entertainment. The New Orleans Eyewitness Travel Guide will ensure youget everything you want from your trip and more.