Then the lights came back on. Grass began to grow again. People built new houses.

The French Quarter holds beautiful churches, architecture, and parks; a mighty river to behold; tactile Ride ferry to Algiers and back—a super affordable alternative to the touristy steamboat cruises. Pick up unique local items at some of my favorite French Quarter shops: Hové  for handcrafted perfumes

I liked the oldness of graves dating back hundreds of years into times I had only read about at school Stroll along Bayou St John and, if you’re ready for an iconic New Orleans snack, head over to the City Park

Come back every day this week for an extended resource for still-grimage and pilgrimage with St Maximilian

The small surrounding park features plaques with coats of arms from towns and cities connected to Jeanne You can get off and explore the charming neighborhoods and cafes of Algiers Landing, and then come back Nanou (Uptown) or beignets anywhere (we love Cafe Beignet on Royal Street and Cafe du Monde in City Park

City Park  How do I love thee, New Orleans City Park ? Let me count the ways! Even bigger than New York's Central Park, City Park features an abundance of beauty that comes alive Go to the Lakeview neighborhood , park on Lakeshore Drive, walk up the levee, and soak in glorious sunsets Washington Artillery Park on the levee overlooking Jackson Square is another ideal spot to catch views Oysters   Welcome back, raw oyster season!

actually enjoyed watching a movie that wasn’t exploding with special effects to overcompensate for a lack

Some roots of the family tree reach deep into history, back to times before any city was yet built here

You can visit the sites associated with the Martin family in a few hours, then be back in Paris for dinner

City Park  How do I love thee, New Orleans City Park ? Let me count the ways! Even bigger than New York's Central Park, City Park features an abundance of beauty that comes alive Go to the Lakeview neighborhood , park on Lakeshore Drive, walk up the levee, and soak in glorious sunsets Washington Artillery Park on the levee overlooking Jackson Square is another ideal spot to catch views Oysters   Welcome back, raw oyster season!

Anthony—one of the most elderly—climbed back up the stairs toward a window that faced the flames. Rosary It's fitting that Holy Rosary is nestled among the great oaks of Esplanade Avenue near City Park Image source Our Lady of the Rosary also happens to be an ideal parking place for Jazz Fest.

Come back all next week for a comprehensive, practical guide to our favorite beach.