Visiting the city of New Orleans, Louisiana
is like taking a bite out of life. It is a
wonderous place, filled with Scenery,
History, Culture and a vast variety of
things to do.
If you enjoy hot, steamy weather, this should
be right up your alley. If you enjoy good,
spicy food, good music, cold beverages,
New Orleans is a must see.
Do you enjoy seeing wildlife, both human
and animal ?
Let’s start with the four legged wildlife.
A swamp tour is recommended. You are taken
aboard a boat and brought to the middle of
the Louisiana swamps. Alligators are all
around and our tour guide even brought along
some food to give them. Talk about ’’up-close
and personal’’ ! I wouldn’t want to get any
closer than I was. They are intimidating
creatures to say the least.
On to the human side of wildlife. What trip
to New Orleans would be complete without a
visit to the legendary Bourbon Street.
Party, Party and more PARTY ! The street itself
is open only to pedestrian traffic during the
day and believe me, it is crowded.
Along with your usual tourist traps, there
are many fine restaurants, antique shops
and much more. Grab a tub of beer (yes,
I said TUB - it’s big enough to do laundry
in !) and stroll the street. Work up an
appetite as the food here is as diverse as
the people.
Pat O’Briens is an excellent place to take
a break, eat and try their legendary drink
’’The Hurricane’’.
Take a ride on the trolley. It runs down
St. Charles Avenue and is a really enjoyable
break from the action.
Music ? What kind do you like ?
Preservation Hall presents authentic New
Orleans jass music, live nightly. If jazz
isn’t your thing, just stroll down Bourbon
Street and you will definitely find music
to suit your taste. From Blues to Cajun to
Rock. It’s all there.
New Orleans is a place I highly recommend
to adults. My opinion is that it is not
really suited to children.
Go, eat, drink and enjoy.