Mardi Gras, Family Fun??? Why YES!

The question that rarely gets asked because so many think that what they see on TV (the Bourbon Street scene) is what Mardi Gras is all about.  I am hear to not only tell you but show you that Mardi Gras is FAMILY FUN, you just need to know where NOT to go.

This past weekend I headed to Slidell for Krewe of Perseus and happened to spot a cute little guy on his dad's shoulders...both having the time of their lives.  Here are some pics of the parade & the duo: 

 The skinny is to not bring children to the French Quarter, Canal Street or streets connected during a Mardi Gras parade or festivities.  If you want to see the New Orleans parades without having others expose more than you wish to see, the Uptown area or better yet, St. Charles from the beginning of the route to Lee Circle is the best area.  The crowds do get crazy but the real crazies seem to navigate near the Quarter.

For real family fun, try the suburbs like Metairie, Westbank and the Northshore areas of Slidell, and Covington.  The suburbs provide real family fun and most of their parades roll the 2-3 weekends before Mardi Gras.  Metairie and Covington also host Mardi Gras day parades, fun for all ages. 

B&B's are a better way to stay, so while visiting Southeastern Louisiana, stay at Woodridge Bed and Breakfast - play hard, sleep well! Debbi & Tim Keepers of the Inn and Concierge to your perfect getaway!