"No matter where in the world you go, New Orleans is always be a part of you." -- Drew Brees

There are many places that you can go all across the country that will take your breath away. Call me partial, but I will advise anyone to take a trip to Louisiana and take a tour of the beautiful state to experience what we talk about. There is so much history and heart behind the state of Louisiana. It is hard not to fall in love with it. And let's not forget about the amazing food... I mean, c'mon.

The first thing you must do in Louisiana is take a trip down to New Orleans. I highly recommend checking out the French Quarter. This old section of New Orleans is known for its lovely old buildings, some even date back 300 years and still have the original iron balconies extending over the sidewalks below. Regarded as the tourist district, this area of the city also has a strong association with jazz music. Visitors will find restaurants, stores, cafes, and a variety of entertainment venues.

While walking the streets of the French Quarter, you will eventually come across St. Louise Cathedral, and let me tell you, it is breathtaking. The St. Louis Cathedral is one of the most famous sights in New Orleans. Located in Jackson Square, the history of the cathedral dates back almost 300 years, although the building has been regularly renovated, rebuilt and upgraded. The cathedral -- the mother church of the Archdiocese of New Orleans -- is the United States’ oldest continuously active Roman Catholic cathedral. The rear of the cathedral also houses St. Anthony Garden, which has a statue of Jesus that is spectacularly illuminated during the night.

Taking a swamp tour is one of the best ways to experience life in Louisiana. There are few places in the world as untouched as the swamps of Louisiana, and a guided tour all but guarantees seeing a huge variety of wildlife, all in their unspoiled natural habitat. Lafayette is one of the top starting points for a Louisiana swamp tour, but there are countless fantastic options all over the state. Alligators, herons, and egrets are among the wildlife present in the state’s swamps.

OK! What I am about to tell you is the most important attraction that you have to visit at least once while you are touring Louisiana! Before you head back home from your vacation, visit Cafe Du Monde in New Orleans. The Original Cafe Du Monde Coffee Stand was established in 1862 in the New Orleans French Market. The Cafe is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and is famous for their exquisite coffee beverages and delicious beignets. The coffee is served black or au lait, meaning that it is mixed half and half with hot milk. Beignets are square French-style doughnuts, lavishly covered with powdered sugar.

These are just a couple of places that you can experience and if you ever find yourself in Louisiana, take a trip around to these attractions. Maybe even a few more.