Have you ever walked into a stranger's home and immediately knew you had found your people? Well, I have, and it happened here. Adrienne Parks is not only a kind and gracious host, her home is full of treasures and delights perfect for the likes of me. I wanted to stay for weeks just so I could read her books and devour all the art. The bed was comfortable, the shower had power, and the ac was kicking. We enjoyed the pool and she even let us bring visiting family in to enjoy it with us.
I used to visit New Orleans regularly in the 90s, and I lived there for a couple of years around 2000. I've got to say that the city has changed A LOT from the way I experienced it back then (sure, so have I), but holy holy holy Adrienne's place took me right back to what I missed the most.
If you must book thru Airbnb, don't give your money to some out-of-town fool renting you a sterile "NOLA" they bought on the cheap after Katrina, give it to a living-there-local, stay in their home, and get a real taste. It's spicy!
Adrienne, you are the best and I eagerly await our paths crossing again.