Neither of us had ever been to New Orleans. It wasn't on our "Must Visit" list either, but when the opportunity arose, we figured we would check it out.
We love a good "business" trip.
On Monday, February 19, 2018, we began our week of adventures in the Big Easy. It was supposed to rain all week, but it never rained a drop. We walked our legs off (about 15 - 20 miles). I came home with 6 blisters, a light sunburn and great memories with my best friend.
St. Louis Cathedral at Jackson Square
On Monday, we walked through the French Quarter and took a stroll down Bourbon Street.
We toured the St Louis Cathedral
Lunch at the Gazebo Cafe where were were entertained by street artist and Jazz bands.
An airboat tour of the swamp land, where he got to be first mate
I also held a baby alligator
We had dinner on a balcony at Cornet on Bourbon Street. I got the red beans and rice.
Some houses were still decorated for Marty Gras from the week before
Streets of New Orleans...dirt, grime, and despair
Breakfast at Café du Monde
Jackson Square
We took the street car to the Garden District
The Garden District. The cleanest and most beautiful part of New Orleans
Lunch at Joey K's
Toured a cemetery
Strolled through Louis Armstrong Park
French Quarter NOLA on our walk back home
We happened to visit during the 300th Anniversary of New Orleans Louisiana
Unicorn buggy rides. Our carriage drivers name was Fiona
Awesome Dinner at Arnaud's New Orleans. We chose to sit in the room with the Jazz Band. You can also opt for the quiet room. I ordered the Cornish Hen and it was amazing.
Breakfast at Monty's on the Square. Located just across the street form Café du Monde, this restaurant had a wide variety of breakfast menu items. Everything tasted great!
Preservation Hall...the place to go for a genuine Jazz Band concert. We stood in line for over an hour to get in. You have to, or the place will be full and you won't get in. Figure out which show you want to see (we went for the 7pm) and get in line at least an hour before that.
A beautiful patio eatery. We had dinner here and it was delicious. To be honest, every meal we had in NOLA was great. We branched out a little and tried some new things, but we didn't get brave enough to eat critters or turtle soup.😜
More walking and sight seeing.
Typical tourist stuff
Love the colors in the French Quarter.
Commanders Palace Restaurant in the Garden District.
Dress appropriately.
Back to the French Quarter on our way to our place.
The little courtyard at our place was so cute and cozy.
One thing I would like for tourists to know, is that we never felt unsafe.
From early mornings, to late nights, we always felt safe.
From early mornings, to late nights, we always felt safe.
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