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and the Beast A Love Song That Whispers My Name New Orleans, Louisiana July 9-16, 2025 Add On Schedule
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Sign-ups are due by June 1, 2025
Add-on Signup Form Send payment via Paypal to mahjafo@gmail.com (use the Send to friends and family option) or mail a check or money order to Deb Fowler, 10282 W Winston Ave #1, Baton Rouge LA 70809 THURSDAY Stationary Spirits: $50 We need at least 5 people for this to happen. Sit back and enjoy a professional multimedia presentation of New Orleans's finest ghost, vampire, and horror lore - without leaving the comfort of your hotel or chair. Think of it as a haunt-TED talk! This will be held in our meeting room. SATURDAY
Dat Dog:
$25 Four types of proteins, a variety of classic cold toppings, your
choice of tots or fries on the side and bottomless fountain drinks
served buffet style. The 'dogs you choose will be in buns, cut into
halves, and undressed. Banquet Packages are required for groups
of 40 or more. If we don’t have 40 people, we will pre-order
buffet style and won’t be in the Star Wars party room. I will bring
gluten-free buns. We will walk the short distance (3 min.) to Dat Dog. SUNDAY
Swamp
Tour:
$55 8-12:15 Includes the bus to take us to the swamp. We will see
the Cajuns of the Bayou living and surviving in harmony with the
swamps! This is a fully narrated swamp tour by a local captain. The
boats feature a roof, cushioned seats, windows that can be raised or
lowered for the weather, restroom, and plenty of standing and walking
room. The bus will pick us up and drop us off at our hotel.New Orleans School of Cooking: $44 2-4 Corn & Crab Bisque, Chicken Etouffee and Pralines. Watch, learn & eat! Sit back and enjoy watching our skilled, entertaining chefs prepare a classic Cajun/Creole meal for you while learning about the vibrant history of New Orleans cuisine! We will need to add transportation from our hotel and back for this, probably Uber. Destrehan Night Plantation Tour: $65 6-9:30 We need at least 20 people to get a private tour, otherwise we will just do the regular tour. Joining you on this 2+-hour interactive tour will be an engaging storyteller who will both educate and entertain as you tour the Big House and the grounds. Your guide, an experienced paranormal investigator. Enslaved Africans, Free Creoles of Color, Acadians, and Native Americans all lived, worked, and died on Destrehan Plantation. They say some never left. Equipment used during this tour will include dowsing rods, K2 meters, and spirit boxes. We will meet at VooDoo Tavern & Poboy’s at 1140 Decatur St (a 7 minute walk or 4 minute uber ride) for pick up and drop off. Transportation is included in admission. MONDAY
Mardi Gras Museum
of Costume and Culture:
$25 12-4 Mardi Gras Show starts at 2 PM (Ticket valid 12-4pm show is at
2pm). Admission includes: The Mardi Gras Show / Come in and dress in
authentic Mardi-Gras costumes for the show, and take lots of pics /
Mardi Gras Stations with whacky, wild & majestic costumes / An
authentic NOLA Style Indoor Parade. We will need to uber there and back.Storyville Museum: $35 4-6 A comprehensive exploration of the unique history of New Orleans leading up to the creation of the notorious Red-Light District. This tour gives a vivid glimpse into the fascinating world of New Orleans, from its founding in 1718, through the early 1900s, when the Storyville District flourished as a center of music, entertainment, and vice. We will need to uber there and back. These two are very close together and can be done on the same day. TUESDAY
New Orleans City Tour:
$50 8:30-11 Transportation included. The bus will pick us up and drop
us off at our hotel. We take you through some of the most famous
neighborhoods in the city. We show you the landmarks you don’t want to
miss, and we share the stories you’ll love to hear. Our bus tours hit
all the best local spots. From the French Quarter to City Park.Mardi Gras World: $30 senior $25 2-4 This all-access opportunity winds you through the massive studio, where artists and architects build Mardi Gras floats from the ground up. You’ll learn about the history of this unique and festive tradition, going beyond its reputation to get a deeper understanding of the REAL Mardi Gras. The whole family will love touring the space where our artisans create show-stopping floats for more than 40 parades each year. We will need transportation for this, so again, probably uber to and from. Steamboat Natchez: $58 6-9 Enjoy a whole evening of New Orleans fun aboard a paddle-wheel riverboat. Enjoy unique views of the city without having to deal with crowded streets, and save time and money by combining a cruise with a night of live jazz. See unique New Orleans from the Mississippi River. We will need transportation for this, so again, probably uber to and from. Hop On Hop Off bus: Current Adult group discount prices: 1-Day: $46; 2-Day: $51; 3-Day: $59. We have to have 15 for group discount Non-stop loop so you can create your own itinerary and spend as long as you want at each stop. Includes a booklet with deals and discounts at museums, restaurants, and attractions along the way. Experienced Tour Guides providing entertaining commentaries and answer your questions. Remember, the days are consecutive. 3-day sightseeing package includes Garden District Guided Walking Tour and French Quarter Guided Walking Tour. These can be ordered online. I will need to order if we have enough for a group discount. |
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