I've mentioned that I'm heading to New Orleans tomorrow for my birthday. I've been wanting to go to NoLa for several years now, and I am BEYOND excited! I am one of those people who plan vacations down to the hour not because I have to, but because I love doing it. Also because it's rare that I visit the same place twice, so I want to make sure I see everything I want to in case I never make it back there. Also, I'm a planner. I'm a list maker. I used to be more spontaneous but as I've gotten older I like to know what I'm doing and when. (This also makes packing easier.) I also like to ask friends who have been to the area to send me recommendations- unfortunately for this particular location, a lot of my friends visited in conjunction with a bachelor/ette party and honestly didn't remember where they went! But thanks to you bloggy friends who shared their trip high and lows with me! I'm not sharing my itinerary
because stalkers, but here's what I plan to see/eat while I'm there!
New Orleans Top 10 List
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| Cafe Du Monde- a New Orleans institution! |
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| steamboat ride down the Great Mississippi! |
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| dinner at Chef Job Besh's "Luke" |
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| live jazz at Preservation Hall |
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| hurricanes at Pat O'Brien's |
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| The "Twirl" Tour |
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| hot toddy and food competition! |
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| classic Reveillon holiday dinner |
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| lights and train ride through Celebrate the Oaks |
Other stops not pictured include The Gumbo Shop, Jackson Square, a jazzy brunch, and Central Grocery- home of the muffaletta! (I've never had a muffaletta. I don't even know if I like them, but I'll find out this week!)
NOLA is on my list. Have THE best time - Happy Birthday!
ReplyDeleteTHIS IS MY LEGIT FAVORITE PLACE IN THE WORLD!!! If you try the beignets and want to compare... try Cafe Beignet (one on Bourbon, one on another touristy street in quarter...).. they remain my fave after 2 visits to NOLA! :) Also, if you have time and are feeling schwanky, go to the Hotel Monteleone - they have a revolving carousel bar that is super fun. They have a great Pimm's Cup. KC got a sazerac, can you say ALL THE ALCOHOL?! :P Those are strong! Pastries at Petite Amelie. Or dinner at Cafe Amelie. They are both GREAT! The mufalettas at central grocery are super good. Get a half sandwich to share. Trust me... KC and I split it and still did not finish. Also they have weird hours so beware! Umm... ok.. stopping now, but I have a lot of posts if you are looking for more ideas! Have a GREAT TIME!!! & happy bday!! XO - Alexandra
ReplyDeleteSimply Alexandra: My Favorite Things
Happy Birthday!!! Have a wonderful time in New Orleans!! How fun!
ReplyDeleteNOLA is near the top of my US travel list for sure!! I've never had a beignet, and every time I'm somewhere where they have them, I'm tempted to get one. Then I'm like...maybe I should wait and have my FIRST ever beignet whenever I make it to NOLA... Basically, I'm going to come back to this post whenever I get myself down there!!! HAVE FUN!!!
ReplyDeleteI so hope you love it! It is one of my absolute favorite cities. Cafe Du Monde is so good & such a fun experience.
ReplyDeleteMy gosh, I really would like to go to NOLA especially after reading this! Someday, someday. Cannot wait to hear about it! :)
ReplyDeleteYou'll like the muffaletta at Central Grocery.
ReplyDeleteI loved all the food there.
Cafe Du Monde is on my list! It's a must!
ReplyDeleteThe last two on your list really sound fantastic! My mom really wants to visit New Orleans someday, and I do think it would be a great place to check out! Hope you had fun!
ReplyDelete-Lauren