The Amtrak route between Mobile, Alabama and New Orleans returns this August after a 20-year hiatus—and tickets start at just $15.

Attention New Orleanians! Don't get caught in a summer slump. Last weekend was buzzing with July Fourth and Essence Fest, but ...

For years, Dutch wunderkind and celebrity-favorite Iris Van Herpen has occupied fashion’s edge, conjuring couture from ...

“The Mardi Gras' final stop is known as the Paris of the South, a city, says Amtrak, with a vibrant history that stretches back nearly 325 years — each chapter brimming with fascinating stories and ...

This small, underrated city in Louisiana is the place to go for spotting wildlife, peeping historical architecture, and ...

Mardi Gras, French for Fat Tuesday, is a festival of indulgence before Lent, when many Christians begin abstaining from certain pleasures.

Mardi Gras festivities are underway in New Orleans early Tuesday morning despite a forecast of severe weather expected later in the day.

Celebrating local pride and Mardi Gras spirit, the Imperial Mardi Gras Parade in Opelousas brought the community together for a colorful, unforgettable celebration.

There have been many changes to the parades on Mardi Gras Day due to high winds. Below you can find the full schedule of parades that you can track with the WDSU Parade tracker. Tuesday, March 4 ...

There’s much more to the annual tradition of Mardi Gras than partying. Check out our sampling of Mardi Gras history, trivia, and so much more.

Why is Mardi Gras celebrated? The Carnival season, or Mardi Gras season, officially begins on Epiphany, Jan. 6, and lasts through Fat Tuesday. It’s a time for celebration and is seen as a final ...

There was never any question that Mardi Gras would go forward after the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. But some revelers felt at least a hint of ...