I spent three days in New Orleans, Louisiana, for the Boy Is Mine Concert, and I’m sharing my honest hotel review, must-try restaurants, and a simple 2-day itinerary that’s fun, chill, and not overwhelming.
Where to Stay in New Orleans? My Hotel Review
I stayed at the Hyatt House New Orleans Downtown and give it a 4.8/5-star rating for its location, proximity to Smoothie King/the Superdome (less than a10 10-minute walk to both facilities), and overall quality. The rooms were nice, very spacious, and came equipped with a mini kitchenette that included a stove, microwave, mini fridge, and mini island setup. It had a full couch, great TV channel options, and the bed was pretty comfortable. The walk-in shower was spacious, although the counter space was a bit small (sorry, ladies.)
The odd thing that I would point out is that to get to the front desk, you have to get on a street-level elevator to go to the eleventh floor, then get off that elevator to go to another set of elevators to get to your room. I did love that you can only get up to the guest rooms with a key card; that made me feel more safe and secure.
Day 1 Itinerary
Brunch/Breakfast at Ruby Slipper – 8/10
Shop Local at The French Market – 10/10
Dine at the prestigious Black-Owned Morrow Restaurant – 10/10
Day 2 Itinerary
Breakfast at Crack’d – 8/10
Visit JamNola – 6/10
Visit the Black-Owned Bookstore, Baldwin & Co. – 10/10
Dinner at Acme Oyster House – 9/10
The Main Event: Monica and Brandy at Smoothie King Review
The Monica and Brandy show was a 10/10. As someone who loves live music and R&B, this concert was so special. Both of their mics were ON, and they put on an incredible show. The love, care, and intention behind the show was utterly amazing and inspiring. Their opening acts (Jamal, Keyshia Cole, and Kelly Rowland) were equally amazing.
It was a great night for R&B lovers and fans of live music. If they go on tour again, I’ll be there (God willing).
Additional Must-Try Restaurants In New Orleans
Oceanas – 10/10
The Takeaway: Quick Tips for Your New Orleans Getaway
- Stay close to the activities you want to do
- Make reservations at restaurants if they take them
- Try their world-famous beignets
Final Verdict: Is New Orleans Worth the Hype?
Yes, 1,000%. New Orleans has so much culture, history, and amazing food. It’s one of those places that you could go to time and time again, and do something different every time. From Essence Fest to girls’ trips and random weekend trips, New Orleans is a place I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of.
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