Laurel Fan
Seattle
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wendywitch
Chicago
The Audubon Zoo is not to be missed – http://www.auduboninstitute.org/, and I have heard wonderful things about the Aquarium of the Americas, but not visited personally. The Garden District is wonderful to stroll through, whether part of a tour or wandering, and you can ride the streetcars. You MUST HAVE café au lait and beignets at the Café du Monde. Any time of day is perfect, but my favorite time as at night, watching the world pass by.
wendywitch
Chicago
New Orleans is far from rebuilt after Katrina, and crime is still a big issue in some areas. Just be careful and avoid any areas that are not well-lit and well-traveled. If you’re staying in a hotel, ask the people at the desk if there are places you need to avoid (if they snow you and won’t tell you, find a cop and ask him/her). Or check the warnings here:
http://www.virtualtourist.com/travel/North_America/United_States_of_America/Louisiana/New_Orleans-793014/Warnings_or_Dangers-New_Orleans-TG-C-1.html
