FRENCH QUARTER ©Justen Williams Since New Orleans is nestled between a bend in the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, you’re likely to hear locals give directions such as “lake side” (north); “river side” (south); Uptown (west); and Downtown (east). Check out the map in the Transportation listings (page 19), where you’ll find detailed maps of the Garden District, Downtown, French Quarter, and metro area. THE CRESCENT CITY SHRIMP PO-BOY ©Justen Williams 12 NewOrleansMeeting.com
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