New Orleans, Louisiana

Despite the effects of Hurricane Katrina, there is still excitement to be found in New Orleans. Rebuilding and revitalizing goes on, and many of the world-famous eateries and musical venues are open for business.

New Orleans is the home of a thriving arts scene, 150 top-quality art galleries, more than 20 world-class museums, dozens of exquisitely restored historic homes, 25 theatres of live productions, and scores of cultural festivals. Add to that the oldest Opera house in America and this country's only musician-owned symphony, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.

New Orleans has a number of top universities and vocational-technical schools that educate the workforce. Tulane University, Loyola, University of New Orleans are just three of the scores of schools available in the New Orleans vicinity.

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