Mardi Gras

This weekend we look at videos that were posted last month and have gone viral to the tune of more than two million viewings. Finnair flight attendants dance at 30,000 feet and pilots land planes under gusty crosswind conditions at Dusseldorf Airport. Finally, we show a video promo of Galveston at Mardi Gras; who knew?

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Today, just days after the city’s football team the Saints defied the odds to win become Super Bowl champions, I’m taking a look at New Orleans. I lived in New Orleans for six years between 1994 and 2001, and it’s one of my favorite places to visit (see my other faves here). I try to go down at least once a year – this year my trip will be in June for a friend’s wedding. And honestly, I wish I was going sooner because the city is having a banner year. Here are 5 reasons why you should plan a trip to New Orleans in 2010.

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One way to help New Orleans is to be a tourist and spend money. But for those who can’t visit, there’s an easy way to enjoy the flavor of Mardi Gras, and put money into local businesses. It’s called a King Cake.

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