This past week, I was in New Orleans, Louisiana, for an academic conference. It was my first time to the state, so I was excited to check another one off the list and explore New Orleans. We had absolutely gorgeous weather that started off a bit chilly (especially for New Orleans standards) and ended up with temperatures that would be spring-like for the northern states of the U.S.! I leapt at the chance to bare my legs, since back home that won't be happening for a couple of months at least!

Sadly, I did not get to explore as much as I had hoped. There were a bunch of places I wanted to go but didn't due to time and being exhausted after spending time at the conference and evening receptions. I did, however, make a point to go on a bike tour for one afternoon. The majority of these photos were from that ride since it was really the only sightseeing I got to do. I booked a tour through Buzz Nola and had a fabulous time! It was difficult for me to pick a tour, but I opted to go in the afternoon and there was only one option available: the Complete Crescent tour. If I ever make it back I definitely want to go on one of the other tours (Garden/Quarter Combo or Southern Splendor) because I would love to see the Garden District. I highly recommend a bike tour if you're ever in the area!