New Orleans Trip

Wydham Hotel French Quarter: Located at the bustling crossroads of Royal and Canal Street, this French Quarter hotel offers a prime location with serene, comfortably appointed rooms and upscale amenities. The historic streetcars are located right outside their doors.

Tujague’s Restaurant: Nestled in the heart of New Orleans’ French Quarter since 1856, is a living legend of Creole cuisine and Southern hospitality. As the city’s second-oldest restaurant, it offers a rich blend of history and flavor—home to America’s oldest stand-up bar and the birthplace of the iconic Grasshopper cocktail. Guests dine surrounded by vintage memorabilia and antique absinthe fountains, savoring dishes like boiled brisket of beef and crawfish goat cheese crepes that honor tradition while embracing innovation. With roots tracing back to French Market butchers and brunch pioneers, Tujague’s is more than a meal—it’s a delicious journey through New Orleans’ culinary soul.

Sightseeing morning in the Garden District: See the grand antebellum mansions and lush gardens that showcase Southern elegance and explore the Warehouse District, now a vibrant arts and culture hub filled with galleries, museums, and converted industrial spaces. The tour may also include stops in Uptown, Mid-City, and the Irish Channel, each with its own unique charm—from oak-lined boulevards and local eateries to colorful shotgun houses and historic landmarks.

Black history and Treme neighborhood touring: Embark upon an enriching journey through the captivating history of Treme in New Orleans. You’ll visit the New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park, Congo Square, St. Augustine Church, and Louis Armstrong Park, the very foundations of New Orleans music, cuisine, architecture, and culture.

Dinner at Coterie Restaurant: This French Quarter restaurant, run by New Orleans locals, offers authentic New Orleans dishes whose recipes have been passed down for generations.

After dinner, enjoy a Ghost Pub Crawl: This thrilling, adults-only adventure goes through the haunted heart of the French Quarter, where history and spirits—both spectral and liquid—collide. As you sip cocktails and stroll through dimly lit streets, expert guides share chilling tales of Civil War hospitals, haunted hotels, and infamous murderers, all while leading you to some of the city’s most ghost-infested bars. With New Orleans’ open-container laws, you can carry your drink from one eerie location to the next, making this tour a perfect blend of spooky storytelling and lively nightlife. It’s a spine-tingling, laughter-filled evening that’s equal parts paranormal and party.

Cooking Demonstration

Get the full Louisiana dining experience during a fun and educational New Orleans cooking demonstration class. Take a seat amongst other foodies in a converted 19th-century molasses warehouse and get ready to learn and eat! Meet a lively local chef and learn the fundamentals of preparing classic Creole dishes such as gumbo, jambalaya, and pralines. Then dig into delicious samples complemented by local beer or a sweet, iced tea.

Airboat Ride

The Bayou Airboat ride near New Orleans is a heart-pounding adventure through the wild and mysterious bayous of Louisiana. This tour launches you into a world of moss-draped cypress trees, winding waterways, and up-close encounters with alligators, wild hogs, and exotic birds. Led by expert Cajun guides, the airboat zips across the swamp at thrilling speeds, then slows down to reveal the secrets of this rich ecosystem (transportation from downtown included).