Re: Entertainment in L.A./Mardi Gras

Mark Leaman wrote:

> Oh, I can answer that one (globe-trotter that I am): New Orleans during the
> Mardi Gras is the best city in the world in which to have a good time. It's
> the most decadent place on Earth...fantastic! You can observe, if you're not
> a "joiner," or you can jump right in.

Sounds good to me. I'll bet our own Notting Hill Carnival doesn't even come close. 
Can Mark or someone tell me a little more about Mardi Gras? What's it all about?

Thanks,
Mark T.