Never in my life did I think I would end up in New Orleans during Mardi Gras. Big crowds and big parties are not exactly my thing. However after an unfortunate string of sadness in my personal life, a small getaway was just what the doctor ordered! Here is your Beginner Guide to Mardi Gras! So, did we have an authentic experience? Did we get to listen to some great jazz? Uh-nope, but we sure has heck had a BLAST!!!! Mardi Gras is not even describable. The parades! The costumes! The color! The overall cheer and camaraderie….It’s Contagious! Here is a list of my favorites: Favorite Hotel (Disclaimer, ONLY place we stayed) – The Ritz…