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ACP in NOLA Day#7 “Going Home: Travel Tips, Funny Photos, and One More Dessert for Eric”

by reissmd, posted in New Orleans, New Orleans (NOLA), Uncategorized

We head home today but our flight scheduled for 6:40 pm has been delayed twice (current departure time is 8:53 pm) so we have time to do some more sightseeing. Last night we had an incredible dinner at the Pelican Club (312 Exchange Pl, New Orleans, LA 70130). It was recommended by her friend, Ellen. Patrice had the Cioppino and I had the Red Fish. This trip I learned that I love Red Fish (aka Drum).

This morning we trekked to the French Quarter to have Beignets and Cafe Au Lait at Cafe Du Monde, a New Orleans tradition. We could have gone to their satelite outlet at a nearby mall but that would not have been the same.

How can you go to a recent add-on when there is so much tradition with this place.

After that we walked back to the hotel during a light mist of rain. Before I forget here are some travel tips for NOLA that might help you in other areas.

As previously stated don’t trust the taxi drivers in NOLA except for trips to and from the airport. Walking is a great option but bring an umbrella and jacket no matter how warm it is. It can get very cold very quick here. Next is a great tip from my son, David. Pack this incredible backpack. It has tons of pockets for all sorts of goodies (I used it in the conference to bring my laptop, phone charger, ear phones, glasses, etc.) Also as you can see it folds up to a very. tiny size that is very easy to stuff in your luggage.

Backpack ready to be filled.
This is what it looked like when I slipped it into my luggage.

Also, don’t look like a tourist. See below.

What? Does wearing a hat that says Portofino, holding a city map, and a cup from Cafe Du Monde look suspicious?

Now for some photos that I found interesting. Some need no explanation, some need a few words, and some are beyond my comprehension.

Southwest now has these huge overhead compartments which are very convenient for storage but very hard on the head. I banged mine getting into my seat and on my way out. Hopefully I will remember and not do it on the return flight.
I saw this sign upon arriving in New Orleans. I had to investigate the Pet Relief area.
I found this room, equipped with fire hydrant. It also had a sink in case your pet wanted to wash its hands. I mean paws.
This speaks for itself.
Love this slide of a doctor counseling a patient about colon cancer screening. Check out the doctor’s left hand.
Patrice and me posing at the ACP sign.
For those of you who didn’t believe my story of the song “Father and Daughter” here is a list of the final songs slated to be played. By the way, I am not crying now. [Patrice here: Yes he is.]
Even the police sell souvenirs.
Of course I had to buy Patrice something as a souvenir of the trip.

But she opted for this instead.

And finally in honor of Eric.

Carrot Sticky Toffee Cake with Cream Cheese Ice Cream from Peche (where we had lunch today).

That’s all for this trip. Speak to you in May when we go to ………………