Choupique

I've been all over New Orleans. Unless you act like a tourist, everything will be fine. Just fit in. It ain't that hard. It is weirdo central so blending isn't that big a task.

There are plenty of cool places uptown, near tips, the maple leaf area, etc...

I'm an old grey dude and have covered that town from Treme to Uptown... Bywater to Met tree... Chalmete to Kenner and all points in between and I think people are pussies if they are scared in New Orleans but that is just me. Don't go into crack town, of course... but other than a few notorious areas you should be fine. Have fun.

Go check out Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ swingers at Vaughn's if that is still happenin.

If you are from MinnnieSoooooota your accent will give you away.
Keep your voice down.