WABC Travel Show Host Erik Hastings takes you on a mule-drawn carriage ride through New Orleans’ famous French Quarter. Esplanade Ave., Jackson Square, Café Du Monde, Napoleon House, and Bourbon Street are among the places visited to learn about the landmarks, shops, restaurants, and jazz clubs of this historical area.

WABC Travel Show Host Erik Hastings tours New Orleans, Louisiana, one of America’s most sensual destinations, rich with history, culture, architecture, cuisine, music, and 24-hour entertainment. The French Quarter, Arts District, Garden District, Riverfront, and Downtown, are open for business and going strong with great attractions and values for visitors.

Du Monde lots of powdered sugar

In blue

For those who can't hit the fest...

Alive and kicking outside of Du Monde. Happy Jazz Fest!

Bobby and Eric make it to Louisiana just in time for Fat Tuesday and the festivities of the French Quarter. They are pleasently surprised to find another area of Mardis Gras in the Upper ninth ward they never knew existed.

Happy Fat Tuesday!