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New Orleans, Day 1

November 28, 2016 by 33 Comments

How many of y’all have spent time in New Orleans, Louisiana? We visited a few weeks ago for the first time, and we really enjoyed the uniqueness of the crescent city.We spent the first day doing a self-guided walking tour, rather than pay for a tour guide. (I also brought snacks from home to save on restaurant bills. LOL.) Our hotel, which we got a really good deal on, was located several blocks west of the French Quarter.

One of my favorite stops was the St. Louis Cathedral. What a gorgeous building, both inside and outside.

We also toured the Old Ursuline Convent, built in 1752. The sanctuary was beautiful, and we were able to walk past a staircase from the original building, which was completed in the 1720s. The steps were lopsided from nearly three hundred years of wear and tear.

We spent a few hours just walking the streets of the French Quarter and admiring all the diverse architecture.

Built between 1722 and 1732, this structure was formerly a blacksmith shop. It is now used as a restaurant, so we were able to peek inside.

We have a few dozen pictures of buildings, but I’ll spare you the boredom and just post a few.

 

That evening, we took a quick stroll down Bourbon Street, just to see what it was like. Even though it was a Thursday night, there were tons of people out, and there were some pretty strange things going on. It was quite the experience.

We ended up eating at the Gumbo Shop, a restaurant located in a quieter part of the French Quarter. Formerly a private residence, it was also built in the 1700s.

I ordered a tasty chicken dish and a nonalcoholic honeydew daiquiri. Both were delicious!

We also stopped at Cafe Du Monde for a $3 plate of beignet donuts. We got powdered sugar all over ourselves, but they were fabulous.

 

Filed Under: South, Travel, U.S. Tagged With: beignet donuts, Bourbon Street, Cafe Du Monde, French Quarter, Gumbo Shop, honeydew daiquiri, New Orleans, Old Ursuline Convent

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  1. AvatarAnonymous

    November 28, 2016 at 10:27 pm

    You can post more pictures of New Orleans! I didn't think the beignets were all that, but while my daughters were standing in line for them, I was in the alley watching them being made. They had a window where a person could watch them being rolled, cut and fried. I would love to go back to New Orleans. We ate at the Napolean House.

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:42 pm

      Oh wow, I didn't realize you could watch them being made. We sure missed out. Lol.

      We passed the Napoleon House. I believe that was another one that was built in the late 1700s?

      Ellie

      Reply
  2. AvatarBeth

    November 29, 2016 at 12:54 am

    I never been to New Orleans! It looks beautiful love the pictures. Thanks for sharing the pictures Ellie.

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:43 pm

      It's my pleasure, Beth. πŸ™‚

      Ellie

      Reply
  3. AvatarAnonymous

    November 29, 2016 at 1:58 am

    After what Katrina did to the city, I can't imagine anyone still wanting to live there.

    Reply
    • AvatarAnonymous

      November 29, 2016 at 6:16 pm

      My nerves couldn't take living so close to water and so low. I'd freak every time a storm was near the Gulf.

      Reply
    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:45 pm

      Those thoughts crossed my minds, too, but it really is such a beautiful city that I can see why people would want to move there and take their chances. And if it was your home, it would be very difficult to leave.

      Ellie

      Reply
    • AvatarAnonymous

      November 30, 2016 at 2:31 am

      How do they ever get homeowner's insurance there, given the risks? I'm sure they must have to carry flood insurance, too.

      Reply
    • AvatarAnnie

      December 4, 2016 at 3:33 am

      Having lived there many years, I can tell you that homeowner's insurance is compulsory and incredibly expensive! And Lily you are absolutely right, people who call that city home have a very hard time leaving. The community and culture is unlike any other US city, and leaving is like losing a part of your heart.

      Reply
  4. AvatarShela G

    November 29, 2016 at 4:44 am

    Wonderful pictures as usual Ellie!! Seems like y'all made the the most of your first day there and enjoyed youselves. Thank you for sharing your adventures. I am looking forward to seeing more pictures and reading more stories.

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:45 pm

      Thank you, Shela! It's always great to hear your comments. πŸ™‚

      Ellie

      Reply
  5. AvatarAnonymous

    November 29, 2016 at 7:43 am

    I love hearing your stories! And the pictures were gorgeous! Keep them coming!

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:45 pm

      Why thank you! So glad you're enjoying my posts.

      Ellie

      Reply
  6. AvatarAnonymous

    November 29, 2016 at 3:20 pm

    You and Mr H are definately "smart shoppers" looking to save money that is great! I am the same and I'm always looking where I can save money. I think it is only being smart and everyone should do that!

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:46 pm

      Thank you. I've had people tell me that I'm too frugal, and that might be true, but saving money sure is a good feeling.

      Ellie

      Reply
    • AvatarAnonymous

      November 30, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      Ellie you are not frugal you are smart by saving money. I would of done what you and Mr.Handsome did,

      Some people can be so mean and rude on here.

      Reply
  7. AvatarAnonymous

    November 29, 2016 at 6:20 pm

    Great blogging and pictures again! Thanks for sharing…and keep them coming! lol

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:47 pm

      Glad you enjoyed them! Will do! πŸ™‚

      Ellie

      Reply
  8. AvatarAnonymous

    November 29, 2016 at 6:30 pm

    My family and I visited New Orleans a few years back when I was in high school. It was a fun (and beautiful!) city. Your post makes me want to return! πŸ™‚

    Aren't beignets great? We really enjoyed the Audubon Zoo– lots of animals to see and it helped keep the younger siblings who weren't into all the history and architecture entertained.

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 29, 2016 at 8:48 pm

      Yes, the beignets were wonderful, especially covered in powdered sugar. We also visited the zoo (pictures coming soon). As far as zoos go, it was very well kept and had some pretty neat animals.

      Did you try any authentic New Orleans food?

      Ellie

      Reply
    • AvatarAnonymous

      December 1, 2016 at 8:29 pm

      I was too much of a scaredy cat to try it, but my brothers had some fried alligator tail! And I remember having some really good etouffee.

      I'll have to check out your new post with your pictures from the zoo. How fun that y'all visited it too on your trip to New Orleans!

      Reply
  9. AvatarAnonymous

    November 29, 2016 at 11:12 pm

    R u just eating a lot lately? Or is there another reason for the chub?

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    • AvatarAnonymous

      November 30, 2016 at 9:55 pm

      Really? She is in a town where food is amazing, during a time of year where everybody eats a little bit more because it's a holiday season. Let the girl eat, please. She's still thin and healthy.

      JosΓ©e

      Reply
    • AvatarAnonymous

      December 3, 2016 at 8:50 pm

      Chub? If that's chub, then the rest of us must be parade balloons…

      Reply
  10. AvatarRobyn

    November 30, 2016 at 7:09 am

    Thanks for sharing your pictures, I enjoyed reading about your trip. I love to take my own snacks too πŸ™‚ I used to buy things on credit card, but now I save up first. You're right, it is such a good feeling πŸ™‚

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 30, 2016 at 10:10 pm

      I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the post. πŸ™‚

      I always feel bad when we have to eat out for three meals a day while we're traveling, so sometimes I'll even stop at a grocery store for snacks, but even that can be expensive if you're in a big city. This time we had a fridge in our hotel room, so I brought cheese and crackers all the way from home. Thankfully it was a short flight. Lol.

      Ellie

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    • AvatarAnonymous

      December 4, 2016 at 3:41 am

      I also dislike eating out 3 times a day when travelling with my husband, it feels like a waste of time as well as money. I like to find hotels with breakfast included, that way we can fill up in the morning and have a light lunch such as grocery store sandwiches. At dinner we will splurge on a restaurant.

      Reply
  11. AvatarAnonymous

    November 30, 2016 at 6:36 pm

    Ellie, I LOVE that purple top on you!!! You look gorgeous! πŸ˜„πŸ˜„

    ~Cat

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      November 30, 2016 at 10:07 pm

      Well thank you, Cat! You're very kind. πŸ™‚

      Ellie

      Reply
  12. AvatarAnonymous

    November 30, 2016 at 10:01 pm

    Thank you for sharing your trip with us. When we go on vacation we like to visit the library in whatever town we are in.

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      December 6, 2016 at 4:23 pm

      That sounds fun. I'm sure it's interesting to see what the libraries are like in various towns/cities, and it would give you a chance to meet locals. My family did that years ago when we were in NYC.

      Ellie

      Reply
  13. AvatarHolly G.

    December 4, 2016 at 4:06 am

    Great post! I live in New Orleans, glad you got to experience the city! The French Quarter is a great place to go. Hope you got to go down Royal Street in the Quarter as well. I like to walk past all the art galleries. It's fun (and free)

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    • Avatarnashvillewife@gmail.com

      December 6, 2016 at 4:24 pm

      Hi Holly G,

      You have a beautiful city! We walked town Royal Street, and we loved the art galleries (especially since my husband enjoys painting). Do you live outside the city?

      Ellie

      Reply

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