We arrived in New Orleans, flying into Louis Armstrong National Airport. Very exciting. Obtaining the rental car was a trifle trying, a somewhat disorganized outfit. Got an upgrade from the car we requested.
What a unique experience it was for us to drive into the French Quarter for the first time. The streets are all one way so it took a bit of doing to get around and finally get to the hotel, which is very, very nice. The French Quarter, except for the traffic, is like stepping into another realm. So charming and so different from anything we have ever experienced. One could spend every day walking through the streets and never tire of the sights. The balconies, the entry doors that are right on the sidewalk, the smells and the music. Everyone is friendly.
The trolley ride up canal street to the city park turn around was great fun. People watching is very entertaining.
The Mississippi River is just four blocks south of our hotel, it is amazing that the river is big enough and deep enough to accommodate ships a large as the freighter I have shown.
You sure make a person want to visit New Orleans! I am enjoying the virtual vacation through you and Darcy!
ReplyDeleteVery nice photos... as always!