I am just guessing here, but I would think in New Orleans it isn't worth a flip. Kids are out of school. Party after Parade after Party after Parade. A lot of drinking and sharing of hotel rooms. Tons of young people.
If guys like me even go down, it simply to take the kids to the parades. Other than that, I want little to do with my favorite city.
It can be a hit or miss..I get several of my regulars from out of town and a couple of locals......but I mainly concentrate on enjoying Mardi GraS and if I get appts,then awesome!