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Originally Posted by Wynonie Harris
Well, I can only speak as I find. We spent a fortnight in New Orleans four years ago and loved it. We went out every night to the French Quarter and other parts of the city and usually walked back to our accommodation in an inner city area. We found a great atmosphere in the bars, clubs and restaurants with fantastic music and really nice (if somewhat boisterous) people. I was not propositioned by any prostitutes (even when Mrs H was elsewhere), we saw no violence, throwing up, very little bad language and no public nudity (worse luck!  ). |
Wynonie, I'll readily admit that New Orleans has a seedy side and some dangerous neighborhoods. So do most cities, especially port cities. And I have little interest in New Orleans at Mardi Gras time as I avoid large crowds in general and large boisterous crowds in particular. But I'm very happy to see you sticking up for a great city.
I do love New Orleans, though! Love the beauty of the Garden District, the charm and history of the French Quarter. Love the music, although it is a bit sad to see a good deal less jazz than there used to be. Ohmigod, do I
love the restaurants! There are so many great ones and the competition makes it difficult for bad eateries to survive. Love the galleries, the street performers, the cathedral, the streetcars, the gardens, the parks, and the crazy "gumbo" of many cultures and ethnicities. Love going upriver to the plantations, and late-morning coffee and beignets at the Cafe du Monde. Love being in a great Amercian city with a distinctly foreign flavor!
Wynonie, I do believe that you've got me thinking about a return visit.
Laisse les bon temps roulez!
