New Orleans is an amazing place. I think it has the most unique culture of any city in the U.S., and I love to visit, and I always imagine myself living there someday when I do. It has its problems, though, so I'm never sure I'd really be able to do it. You should at least check it out, in my opinion -- so much fascinating history, lots of great food, interesting people, beautiful architecture, and just an overall personality that is unlike anywhere else I've been.