Lonely Planet New Orleans (Travel Survival Kit) [Paperback]

Tom Downs (Author), John T. Edge (Author)

Book Description

Series: Travel Survival Kit | Publication Date: January 2000

A full-colour guide to the culture, history and hedonism of one of America's favourite cities; updated listings on where to get some sleep, or party all night; emphasis on Cajun and Creole cuisines, from beignets and pralines to gumbo and etouffee; a special section on Mardi Gras, including a parade route map.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 250 pages
• Publisher: Lonely Planet; 2nd edition (January 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0864427824
• ISBN-13: 978-0864427823
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,061,283 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #50 in Books > Travel > United States > States > Louisiana

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61 of 61 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Companion!, September 6, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Lonely Planet New Orleans (Travel Survival Kit) (Paperback)

Of all the tour books I hauled with me to the great city of New Orleans, this was the best. Detailed mapping of the city especially the French Quarter. It tells you the truth of where to go and not to go and where you can get a decent cheap meal but it also tells you where to go when you want to wine and dine. It tells you fascinating details of the city and the best haunts of the city and places that you are best missing but it tells you why in great detail. And it tells you of it's famous residents from Anne Rice to Tennessee Williams. I couldn't survive without this book! It is a must have for anybody going to New Orleans!

23 of 23 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Big Easy made easy, January 4, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Lonely Planet New Orleans (Travel Survival Kit) (Paperback)

I have long been a fan of Lonly Planet and this book helps me continue the trend. With this invaluable guidebook, we selected our transportation from the airport, hotel, and must see, do and eat lists. Everything was great! Information is presented in a clear, concise and HONEST way. We knew where to go and what to skip. The book is durable and easy to tote around. A must!

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yeah you rite, brah!, January 5, 2001

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This review is from: Lonely Planet New Orleans (Travel Survival Kit) (Paperback)

My trip to New Orleans this week was without a doubt my best road trip ever. This guide made it possible. Having only been to New Orleans three times, I was concerned about being able to fill four days with events other than sleeping off the previous night's madness. This book enabled me to drag myself and my friends around town like a native. I cannot recommend this book enough (or the Chicken Roulade Tchoupitoulas at K-Pauls, also 5 stars)!!