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orleans, a magical city
that?s only an hour?s drive, for a night away and memories that will last a lifetime. we all know and love the french quarter, but the city has so much more to offer if you wander uptown or to midcity. go for the music, the culture, the history, and the food, of course. to feel like a true new orleanian, choose a home on airbnb, and live like the locals, if only for one night. the company has plenty of accommodations to choose from in loca- tions all across the crescent city. you can select the price range and size of the airbnb that?s just right for you and your family
. before you begin strolling through the french quarter, stop at a nearby grocery store on your way in to load up on essentials for snacks and a meal or two. stock up your airbnb for the stay with your favorite treats. new orleans is for eating, and the city has plenty to offer families away from the tourist traps. at the backyard, there?s always smoked meats, local cra? beers, and louisiana beef. the atmosphere is perfect for the family, including a large backyard with a playground. for brunch in the morning, you must stop by surrey?s café and juice bar for the best breakfast of your life. feast on a flying-saucer-sized banana pancake, shrimp and grits, or bananas foster french toast. make sure to fit in some beignets at café du monde while you?re in the big easy. triple dip at the audubon nature insti- tute, and visit the aquarium of the ameri- cas, the audubon butterfly garden and insectarium, and the audubon zoo. you and your family of four can enjoy ocean life and other cool animals for a combination ticket and experience all three. people watch and take family pictures in jackson square a?er you check out the sharks and gators at the aquarium. budget tip: be selective on souvenirs. hold out for something you really can?t part with, because there are lots of temptations. lodging gas groceries (snacks & drinks) meals out activities souvenirs total receipt $250 $18 $25 $70 $148 $30 $541 destination budget: $550 new orleans, louisiana 2017-18 cover kid neely m. 4 4 b r p a r e n t s . c o m | j u n e 2 0 1 8
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