Oct. 31st, 2010...Steelers v. Saints...I'm organizing a trip down (From PA) to see this game with a few friends.  I went to Pitt as an undergrad so my friends are Steeler fans, but hey nobody's perfect (Except Brees against the Pats, but I digress...).

I've never been to New Orleans before even though I've been a Saints fan from the start.  So I'm really pumped about this, but I know nothing of the area.  Anyone know any decent places to stay near the stadium/Bourbon St. that aren't ridiculously expensive? Where should we eat and party Saturday night? Anyone throwing a tail-gate party before the big Halloween bash?

Any information/recommendations would be appreciated...and GEAUX SAINTS!!!