South Louisiana landing spot recommendations
My wife and I will be going to Houston, Tx. over Memorial Day weekend for a couple of days to see the new grandbaby. After that we plan to go to Louisiana for a few days before heading back home. We are looking for a good general area in which to stay. We unfortunately will not be bringing the RV on this trip, so we're not looking for a campground unless it might have some nice cabins. We would like to find somewhat of a centralized location that would allow us to visit the French Quarter, a couple of the plantation mansions, take a good swamp tour, and drive down to Grand Isle. I'm thinking one of the towns maybe within an hour of New Orleans? I've researched some of the larger towns such as Houma, Thibodaux, and Donaldsonville, but I would really prefer to get some ideas from some folks who are familiar with the area. Also some recommendations on good swamp tours, places to sample some good local cuisine, and any other "must see/do" places would be appreciated. Thanks.
