NOLA : Travel & Thoughts
I write about New Orleans from my unique perspective, less tourism and travel advice and more notes from the field. My comments come as a part-time resident living in Bywater and most importantly as a dad. My full stories, travel & tourism advice and complete travel accomodations can be found at Book Nola.
Sharing My Bywater New Orleans Home: How I Run a Quiet, Accountable Short-Term Rental
I’m a part-time Bywater resident, not a faceless investor, and in this post I share how opening my home as a quiet, accountable short-term rental has become my entry into the neighborhood community. If you’ve ever side‑eyed STRs for fueling housing issues, noise, or frat‑house vibes, I start by arguing against myself and then lay out my “small, present, accountable” model. I show how one lived‑in, art‑filled apartment, strict house rules, and a truly local manager help keep guests quiet, money in the city, and my neighbors on my side.
Where to Eat in New Orleans For First Timer: A Part-Time Local’s Restaurant List
This is a laid‑back, always‑changing list built for first‑timers. It pulls together the spots I actually enjoy & send friends to—from counters and late‑night po’ boys to white‑linen, classics & curated—with everything easy to get to from the Quarter. As I keep eating my way around New Orleans, places will shift, rotate in, or drop off, but the vibe stays the same: Cajun/Creole‑leaning meals that feel local, not fussy, and give you stories to bring home, not just another “best of” list.
National WWII Museum in New Orleans with Kids: How I Actually Do It
A visit to the National WWII Museum with kids doesn’t have to be an exhausting forced march through every exhibit. This guide walks you through a flexible, kid-led route—especially helpful for neurodivergent kids—that hits the most powerful galleries, builds in reset zones, and keeps the emotional weight honest without overwhelming anyone.