We decided to reach the Big Easy in a single day so, that meant by-passing some pretty neat things:
Blue Angel's home in Pensicola.
Drove straight through Alabama.
This tunnel took us right under Mobile!
Drove through Mississippi.
This river looked neat from the road.
Bye-bye Biloxi - we'll have to watch Biloxi Blues to see what we missed.
While we drove Jason booked us into Louisiana’s St. Bernard State Park in the St. Bernard Parrish. The price was $20 per night – more aligned to what we were hoping for in camping prices. We had heard various reports warning of crime in New Orleans – after talking to Rangers and Police Officers alike, we soon learned that the main tourist areas (such as the French Quarter) are safe. The key thing is to be a smart tourist. Watch your purse, your phone and your money; don’t go down streets that give you the willies.
Here are some pics for part one of our New Orleans update.
Of course Bourbon Street was our first stop.
This place has a true party atmosphere.
This dog takes a break after last night's party.
Canal Street is still draped in Mardi Gras beads.
Sure, we missed Mardi Gras but we found out French Quarter Festival started the next day. There was even a parade!
So, in addition to Jazz playing in regular hangouts like Cafe de Beignet on Bourbon St....
...and regular street performers...
more street performers
...there were food tastings, dressed up folks and more music!
...Tanya and Dorise take the cake...
These two talented young ladies were our favourite performers by far. What a great way to combine violin and guitar! You can get a taste of their music here. Here’s a link to their website.
New Orleans really is Sin City. Our new buddy Nicolai (from Denmark) points out booze...
...gambling...
...and of course, sex!
Like any good party town, you can walk the streets with your beverage of choice. Marianna tries beer
Bourbon Street is the place to be for a party - any day of the week....there are tons of options for food and drink....
...free live music...
