Travel | New Orleans

This past spring, I spent a few days in New Orleans with one of my go-to travel friends. It is truly unlike any other city I’ve visited! The colors, the music, the food, the “Louisiana French” pronunciations of street names. After experiencing the city’s unique culture, I understand why so many are prone to make New Orleans a constant in their travel rotation.

Before we get to the photos, I would feel like an unhelpful friend if I didn’t pass along a few recommendations, and if you visit, I want you to experience the best! Here are some of my favorite places to visit/things to do:

1. Riding the St. Charles streetcar through the Garden District

2. Drip Affogato Bar for delicious coffee and ice cream combos

3. Hot Tin Rooftop Bar at the top of the Pontchartrain Hotel – it’s designed like a 1940s artist loft, and has stunning views of downtown

4. Walking through Lafeyette Cemetery No. 1 in the Garden District

5. Morning Call for beignets and coffee – a less crowded alternative to Cafe Du Monde located in the beautiful City Park

6. Bacchanal Wine – an outdoor wine bar with THE BEST small bites and create-your-own cheese plates

7. Perusing art around Jackson Square

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