In addition to connecting New Orleans and Mobile, Alabama, Amtrak hopes the new service will expand tourism in several Gulf ...

Blending pagan rituals with Catholic tradition, Dyngus Day in Buffalo is a lighthearted festival to celebrate the end of Lent ...

Easter, the greatest festival of the Christian church, com­memorates the resurrection of Jesus. It is a movable feast; that is, it is not always held on the same date. In AD 325 the church council of ...

During Lent, some Christians give up a pleasure, such as sugary treats, wine or television. Mardi Gras is also tied to Easter. Mardi Gras day always takes place 47 days before Easter. This year, Mardi ...

Dining onboard Mardi Gras leaves nothing to be desired. With such a fantastic array of choices, not only will guests be able to fill up on delicious foods, but they will also be delighted with the ...

For 40 days every spring, Christians observe the season of repentance and fasting known as Lent. In New Orleans, the change from Mardi Gras to Lent is striking.

Easter is a week away, ending 40 days of repentance and fasting for Christians known as Lent. In New Orleans, the contrast from Mardi Gras and Fat Tuesday to Ash Wednesday and weeks of reflection ...