New Orleans

Oh New Orleans…with our experience here I can turn back round and head up north feeling content.

We found a hostel for super cheap (the first nights were 10,85 a night, price went up to a bit more expensive in the following days) with dorm beds, cool outdoor lounge area, pool, a living and dining room and a big communal kitchen.

We met an incredible group of people that became good friends in the blink of an eye. It felt so good to be back in “hostel culture”- something we experienced very often in South America but never thought we would find this far north. We played games, explored the city together, ate and drank merrily, and connected so authentically and deeply in such a short span of time.❤️

The city itself is also charming. With easy public transport and tons of little quarters to stroll around in, even a week seemed a bit too short of a visit.

The architecture was impressive, with so many detailed wood carvings and vibrant colors daring to stand out on each little home.

Bourbon street is worth seeing, if only for the fact that you cannot contemplate precisely this type of madness without witnessing it for yourself.

Frenchmen street was a bit less overwhelming, with lots of cool voodoo shops, street fortune tellers, live music and cheap bars.

One thing I noticed about this city is that it brings all kinds of people together- there’s something to do for every age bracket, budget, and background of interest.

I will most certainly be back! ❤️Read more