New Orleans

Out of all the places I have travelled to in the world, New Orleans still ranks number 1 for partying. Bourbon Street in the French Quarter is where a lot of fun can be had. But away from the whiskey and jazz, New Orleans can offer you swamps, culture, incredible cajun food, voodoo and paddle steamers on the mighty Mississippi River, taking you back to the old fashioned deep south.

Bourbon Street

Bourbon Street

Chances are Bourbon Street is your main reason for visiting New Orleans, and you won't be disappointed. As well as being a great place for a night out, the French Quarter buildings are beautiful and the food is fantastic.

Enjoying a quiet drink on Bourbon Street

New Orleans Swamp Tour

Me on a swamp tour

If you fancy getting out of the city for the day, then get yourself on a swamp tour. You get to see a very different type of New Orleans, and almost certainly see some Alligators. 

New Orleans Swamp

Alligator in New Orleans swamp

Paddle Steamer on the Mississippi 

Paddle Steamer

If you get chance, spending an afternoon on a paddle steamer with some whiskey and some jazz is a wonderful way to spend a few hours. You can hear about the history of the region, or just sit back and enjoy the view, and the whiskey!

Musical entertainment

Paddle Steamer

View from the paddle steamer

Armstrong Park

Armstrong Park

Named after New Orelans' most famous son Louis Armstrong, Armstrong Park is a relaxing place to spend some time, go for a walk, and see the Louis Armstrong statue.

Armstrong Park

Armstrong Park

Anthony Carlile