Things to do in New Orleans

If you are looking for a unique summer adventure, kayaking in the New Orleans swamp can be a thrilling and memorable experience. The swampy ecosystem of Louisiana is home to diverse wildlife and vegetation, and kayaking can give you a closer look at this fascinating environment. June is a popular month for kayaking in the New Orleans swamp, as the weather is warm and the water levels are high. Here are some tips and recommendations for a safe and enjoyable kayaking trip: 1. Choose a reputable tour operator: If you are a beginner or unfamiliar with the area, it is advisable to book a guided tour with a licensed and experienced operator. They can provide you with the necessary equipment, safety instructions, and local knowledge to make the most of your trip. 2. Wear appropriate clothing and gear: Since you…

We have exciting news for you and our local swamp environment!  We have partnered with Common Ground Relief to offer cypress seedlings to plant while you are out on your kayak swamp & bayou rental.  Pin your location using your phone and come check on your tree every year.  What a great way to create…

New Orleans is a great place for birding, with a variety of habitats including swamps, marshes, bayous, and forests that support a wide range of bird species. Some of the common birds you might see in the city include Great Egrets, Snowy Egrets, Green Herons, and Anhingas, which can be found around the wetlands and…

Best things to do during Thanksgiving in New Orleans!   What’s up folks? I’m here to show you the best way to approach the upcoming holiday in New Orleans! So buckle up nerds, it’ll be a hoot!  Since 1852 opening day at the Fairgrounds Racetrack on Thanksgiving Day is a must do! Races start at…

Top 5 must do activities for your Nola winter vacation by:  Jerf  “the holiday” Benson   For most, winter is a dreaded and long plague of ice and cold… Your skin turns pale, you start listening to sad emo music that you enjoyed as a teenager, you look out the window at the pretty snow…

The February New Orleans things to do handbook By Jeffrey Chitek New Orleans in February is one of the social marvels of the world.  Carnival leads into Mardi Gras and there is virtually no stoppage time in between.  The city is made of color during this period. It is a pure celebration of life, love…

September in New Orleans by Jeffrey Chitek Summer is over.  You spent the last month squeezing the blood out of it, trying to make your August count.  Falling in love, swimming in the lake, late night stories by the fire swatting mosquitos, walking outside in your underwear to get the mail….the iconic seasonal past-times.  Maybe…

Baby Alligators are back out sunning themselves! It’s spring and the baby alligators are back out to enjoy some sunshine!   We tour past them with our kayaks and can get up pretty close without motors.  Some stunning footage of these reptiles as they sun themselves on a fallen cypress tree.

Wintertime fun in New Orleans   Nothing is as satisfying as a hot bowl of Vietnamese soup, known as Pho (pronound “fuh”), on cool damp January days in New Orleans. If you’ve ever had pho, you know that this soup is both light and nutritious, served in portions large enough to be a main course for breakfast, lunch,…

Best activities near your New Orleans convention.   The warehouse district of New Orleans is one of the cities hidden gems. I mean it’s not actually hidden but overlooked as an attraction with most of the tourism traffic focused to the French Quarter. During your next New Orleans convention, change it up a bit and…