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Vila Viola & around town
Vila Viola & around town
Once again, nothing but a wonderful experience staying here. If you don't mind walking, then this is the place for you. The neighborhood is quaint, & the locals who live there are friendly & very helpful.
As with last year ( yes, I returned), James was very helpful in answering all my questions. No stone was left un-turned. The pictures that are posted, are 100% accurate! The place is lovely..however, the ONLY reason I did not rate it this time around as "excellent" was that I found the inside to not be as clean as last year, who knows, maybe a new cleaning service. That said, if Very Good was an"experience"option to rate this property, I would have chosen it.
Fenchmen street is a great place to see local bands. Walk in to a bar, sit, enjoy the music, tip the band, wait, have a drink, & before you know it, a different band is up and playing. Everyone should experience Bourbon street at least once...very touristy though. If you prefer laid back, the Frenchem is the street for you, just a few blocks up from Vila Viola. Note that New Orleans is not made for high heals.. saw many a women turn on their ankles while walking. If you're looking for AWESOME po-boys, go to Johnny Po-boys, corner of Decateur & St Louis..get there early though, as they close early (late afternoon). If crawfish is what you want..no need to look too far, go to the French Market (Decateur) & see the men at the "Oyster Bar" you can't go wrong! If you're looking for a great tour, try "Taste Bud"tours, they take you to about 4 different restaurants to try their local food..another HIT!! Don't forget to take in the Calypso Tumblers, at Jackson square, they'll WOW you with their acrobatic moves. Tell them we say HI :)
Never one to return somewhere twice, however, I think I see "third times a charm" and would most definitly return again to Vila Viola!
Recommended for:
Age 55+,
Adventure Seekers,
Girls Getaway,
Tourists without a Car,
Sightseeing,
Families with Teenagers,
Families with Young Children,
Romantic Getaway
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