Annette & Jim

Brace your senses for Airboat Adventures top-rated swamp tours! Penetrate secluded areas of south Louisiana's swamplands in a way that's inaccessible to large, crowded "party" boats. With high-speed airboats geared to meet the needs of groups of all sizes and budgets, it's never been easier to glide over water and land to discover this exotic world of haunting beauty.

Back in the days when the future of traditional New Orleans jazz seemed dim, this is the place that kept the music alive.

From graceful verandas to elegant parlors, New Orleans' historic homes and buildings are architectural treasures.

We will need money for all the Hurricanes we will be drinking!

This is the premier walking tour on French Quarter Haunts and the paranormal. Real hauntings! Real history!

We spend a lot of time on these while in New Orleans! The local favorite was created at Pat O’Brien’s bar – one of the greatest foundations of French Quarter libations. The name of the drink came from the shape of the glass it’s served in – the iconic curved glass resembles a hurricane lamp. The perfect place to have one is still at Pat O’s in the legendary courtyard overlooking the flaming fountain, but you’ll find them elsewhere around the city as well. But be sure to exercise caution – while these drinks are sugary-sweet, they pack a category-5 punch.

The city's premier jazz club with live music seven nights a week. Ellis Marsalis is on stage most Fridays and Charmaine Neville sings most Mondays. A nice restaurant with great burgers and steaks is also on the premises.

Since 1862 this has been the original French Market coffee stand serving cafe au lait and beignets.

Po Boys and Omelettes! Oh My!

Bayona has been distinguished as one of the top 40 places to dine in the U.S. by Conde Nast in 1993. Bayona is located in a romantic 150 year old creole cottage in the historic French Quarter. You may choose to be served while seated in our lush tropical courtyard where you will dine on Chef Susan Spicer's nationally acclaimed cuisine.

Located on the famed St. Charles Avenue streetcar line, Delmonico, the legendary, century-old institution, is an icon in the restaurant industry and as been a cornerstone of traditional Creole dining since 1895. Reopened by Emeril Lagasse in 1998 after an extensive historic renovation, Delmonico continues today serving a modern style of Louisiana’s Creole cuisine with Emeril’s warm style of service in a grand setting.

The Marigny Brasserie's french doors opening onto world-famous Frenchmen Street make this restaurant a casually-chic place to dine. It is a favorite among locals, foodies, and the well-informed tourist!

Housed in a historic landmark dating from 1797 and family owned since 1914, this European-style cafe serves local sandwiches, soups, salads, gumbo and jambalaya. The atmosphere is unique and casual, the music is classical.

The city's premier jazz club with live music seven nights a week. Ellis Marsalis is on stage most Fridays and Charmaine Neville sings most Mondays. A nice restaurant with great burgers and steaks is also on the premises.

The Bombay Club is an upscale restaurant and martini bistro located in the heart of the French Quarter. Our lovely facility is decorated in a plush British theme, with overstuffed leather wingback chairs, rich wood, and fine portraits. In addition, we feature nightly jazz and our excellent Nouveau Creole cuisine has won accolades from justifiably renowned local reviewers Tom Fitzmorris and Brett Anderson. Zagat called us a civilized class act in the heart of the French Quarter.

The Vieux Carré – better known as the French Quarter – is the largest and best-preserved district of predominantly 19th century architecture found in an American city.

With a spooky history, unique, ornate tombs, and some of them dating back to the late 1700s, it’s no wonder that travelers are usually eager to explore New Orleans’ famous resting places.