Departure Lounge: Bayou-bound for a look at Louisiana's wetlands

We might think of music and bourbon when we consider New Orleans, but the colourful southern US city is surrounded by water and shaded by ancient oaks, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts.
Departure Lounge: Bayou-bound for a look at Louisiana's wetlands

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