May 6, 2014 - New Orleans

Today was going to be the ultimate test - two locks and the Mississippi River into New Orleans.  The captain was a little nervous.  This area had been a nightmare last year when we were heading to Houston.  However, luck was with us and we made it through both locks with very little waiting.  We arrived at a very nice marina and were quite excited to have all that behind us.  We decided to take a day off and treat ourselves to a day in New Orleans on Thursday since we had made such good time so far.

Another beautiful day on the water.

One of the many barges and tugs we met along the way.

Entering New Orleans.

New Orleans waterfront.