My wife and I are going to be celebrating our 30th anniversary next month and we have likely narrowed our choices to one of two options, spending a few days in New Orleans or Las Vegas. Neither of us has ever been to either city so I am hoping some of you who are familiar with both cities can give me some direction and recommendations.
Just for background purposes, my wife and I are not big drinkers, maybe a glass of wine or mixed drink with dinner, so going to bars/clubs is not high on our agenda. We are also not big gamblers, but are not opposed to spending some time in a casino to play blackjack or slot machines, but again, the ability to gamble is not a high priority. We are foodies and love to eat great food at great restaurants. From what we have been told, both cities have great restaurants. We know New Orleans has a lot of history, culture, music, and some beautiful architecture. We would probably stay in the Garden District, as we have been told the French Quarter can get a little rowdy. I am concerned about crime in New Orleans, so areas to stay within and areas to avoid would be appreciated, as safety is important. Restaurant, hotel, tour, and music venue recommendations would be appreciated.
For those that would recommend Vegas, what are some hotel, restaurant, and show recommendations. We know we would like to stay in a nice hotel on the Strip. This will be the first vacation I am exclusively responsible for planning since we have been married, so I don’t want to blow it by making a bad choice. Any help is appreciated!
Just for background purposes, my wife and I are not big drinkers, maybe a glass of wine or mixed drink with dinner, so going to bars/clubs is not high on our agenda. We are also not big gamblers, but are not opposed to spending some time in a casino to play blackjack or slot machines, but again, the ability to gamble is not a high priority. We are foodies and love to eat great food at great restaurants. From what we have been told, both cities have great restaurants. We know New Orleans has a lot of history, culture, music, and some beautiful architecture. We would probably stay in the Garden District, as we have been told the French Quarter can get a little rowdy. I am concerned about crime in New Orleans, so areas to stay within and areas to avoid would be appreciated, as safety is important. Restaurant, hotel, tour, and music venue recommendations would be appreciated.
For those that would recommend Vegas, what are some hotel, restaurant, and show recommendations. We know we would like to stay in a nice hotel on the Strip. This will be the first vacation I am exclusively responsible for planning since we have been married, so I don’t want to blow it by making a bad choice. Any help is appreciated!
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