Ahhh... New Orleans!
Last time I was there was in the late summer of '95... hotter than a... well it was hot and muggy. But, I still walked the entire French Quarter 'cause that is required.
Loved every moment, and of course with it being that hot, the scenery was sweet! ;)
Pleased to meet you! I'll keep an eye open for your pix. Sounds far too cool!