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NOLA- Things not to Miss

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If you are using Worldmark to stay at the Avenue Plaza, don't under any circumstances let anyone into your room. They are famous for their stealth WYNDHAM timeshare presentations.

We are staying at the WM there. But no worries. I made the mistake of letting a guy come into the room for an "Owner's Update" once, years ago, at the Grand Desert in Las Vegas. I practically had to throw the guy out. Never again. :)

Dave

WOW, so happy I don;t have to deal with that type of pressure at the QH
 

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The national parks in the city often have great, free programs, too—so be sure to check the schedule on their website.



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The national parks in the city often have great, free programs, too—so be sure to check the schedule on their website.
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Thank you, I had no idea that NOLA had National Parks in the City, I just checked out the
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (U.S. National Park Service) website and I'm hopeful that I can take that tour when I'm there in a few weeks...
 

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My husband grew up in NOLA and routinely says things like, "People who come to New Orleans and only visit the Quarter didn't visit New Orleans." The French Quarter is fun and should not be missed, BUT it's very much designed for tourists and does not give an authentic NOLA experience. But then I know other NOLA natives who say things like, "I'm glad the tourists stay in in the Quarter so they don't invade our spaces."
 
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We're headed there in June to celebrate my in-laws' 50th wedding anniversary (their choice--it's where they met and where my spouse was born.) The last time I was in NO in June, the heat index was 120 degrees. I swore never again! But the things one does for family, LOL!
 

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There are street musicians all over the French Quarter. Usually quite a few in Jackson Square. Frenchmen Street has 4 to 6 places that play Jazz and Blues. This is where most of the locals go for music. Our favorite is The Spotted Cat. Only a few tables and chairs so get there early. No food only drinks. So they will let you bring food in.

There is 1 timeshare on Frenchmen Street with open decks with chairs facing the street on the 2nd and 3rd floors. We stayed there a week in October.

Here is one of the more unusual combos I've seen in N.O. They were in the plaza between Jackson Square and the Cathedral of St. Louis.
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The young man is playing a kora, a 17 string instrument from West Africa, mostly Senegal. The group consists of kora, fiddle, alto sax, and drums.

The kora is in the first line of the lyrics of the Senegalese national anthem. "Pincez tous vos koras, frappez les balafons." More or less translated to, "Pluck your koras, strike the balafons."

Do a Google search for balafon. It's an odd, unwieldy-looking instrument.
 

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When we go to New Orleans, we always have either a brunch or a lunch at Muriel’s. After we are through with the meal we take a drink upstairs to their balcony and grab a table and enjoy the sights below. You will be able to see the performers shown above from that balcony if you are there in the afternoon. We will be back there May.
 

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Where is the closest grocery store to Quarter House?
 

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It’s about 6 blocks. I carried a case of water back last time we were there, and I’d rather not try that again.
 

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Another question?
In the past I’ve taken a cab from the airport to QH.

I’m thinking of taking an Uber this time. I think it will be cheaper
 

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My husband grew up in NOLA and routinely says things like, "People who come to New Orleans and only visit the Quarter didn't visit New Orleans." The French Quarter is fun and should not be missed, BUT it's very much designed for tourists and does not give an authentic NOLA experience. But then I know other NOLA natives who say things like, "I'm glad the tourists stay in in the Quarter so they don't invade our spaces."
My parent's attended a convention when I was 17 and as part of the day care we were treated to several days of seeing New Orleans from a more intimate view. I was old enough to appreciate the experience.
 

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If you are going to Uber back there is a much larger Rouses at Baronne and St. Girod. The one on Royale is smaller and has very narrow aisles.
 

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Heading to NOLA today and just in time, my area has just been issued a winter weather advisory in Southeast Michigan from 2 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, the National Weather Service announced. About 3 to 6 inches of snowfall is expected tomorrow....
Hi sugarcubesea...dont forget to take and share pics of your units interior and views from windows. Didnt you say there was a private courtyard bridge you walked over to get to your room door? Happy time!
 

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Rouses is a great little store, but if you need some basics like bottled water, Walgreens is about a 5 minute walk from the Quarter House.
 

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Remember to get muffulettas at Central Grocery for lunch . Great tasting.

Greg

Eating lunch here right now with the family. We ordered the whole and since it’s cut in 4, it worked out perfectly for our group
 

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Rouses is a great little store, but if you need some basics like bottled water, Walgreens is about a 5 minute walk from the Quarter House.

I bought our Jazzy Passes from here. Thanks for the help
 

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Sipping on my Hurricane from the “Big Easy” and watching the last 1:49 of the Saints / Rams game.

Life is good
 

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Ugh! Sadly, not so good for the Saints tonight. Hopefully the Chiefs do better!
 

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For MLK Day, we are touring the WW2 Museum. Wow, got her right when it opened and it’s now almost 4:00pm and I’m exhausted . Ready for my nap.

I really enjoyed this visit and I can’t believe how much I enjoyed the movie.
 
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