Destination New Orleans dnodmc.com / 53 Echezeaux Dr., Kenner 70065, 504-628-1074, info@dnodmc.com Award-winning, full-service DMC specializing in events, tours, transportation, voluntourism and team building. DNO has developed a fresh approach to creating memorable experiences by combining dynamic event marketing with an innovative approach to creative meeting, incentive and event planning. – Jefferson Parish on guides, scavenger hunts, second line parades and team building activities. Gwendolyn Entertainment gwenentertainment.com / 900 Camp St., NO 70130, 504-208-5582, info@ gwenentertainment.com Our boutique DMC company offers innovative ideas with the utmost attention to detail for every budget. Create true New Orleans experiences with custom parades, unique décor, delicious cuisine, top tours, personalized branding and memories that will last longer than your Bourbon Street beads. – Central Business District benjamin.harrell@us.kuoni.com KDM’s capabilities include event design and management, decor, entertainment, transportation, dine-arounds, tours and activities, registration and staffing, team building, golf tournaments, as well as production, including staging, sound and lights. – Central Business District Rey Royal reyroyal.com / 6301 Tchoupitoulas St., NO 70118, 504-269-1818, 888-999-1076, info@reyroyal.com Unique experience of New Orleans and Louisiana, assuring a memorable visit. Full-service DMC/receptive operator offering accommodations, transportation, events, tours and much more. Personalized service for small and large groups. (English, Español, Francais, and Italiano) – Garden District/Uptown New Orleans Convention Company, Inc. nocci.com / 501 Basin St., Suite A, NO 70112, 504-888-7608, dbelletto@nocci. com With more than 29 years of service to the hospitality industry, NOCCI specializes in creating unique events, festivals and conferences. Whether you need transportation or total meeting management, NOCCI provides impeccable services and unforgettable experiences. – French Quarter Event Resources New Orleans eventresourcesnola.com / 1001 Robert E. Lee Blvd., NO 70124, 504-208-5510, kimberly@eventresourcesnola.com Available for conference and event planning services. All matters are confidential and designed so that the client’s goals and standards are not only met but exceeded. Services include meet and greets, off-property excursions, group activities, dine-around events, transportation and more. – New Orleans East Travel Concepts LTD travelconcepts.net / 3818 Prytania St., NO 70115, 504-891-3500, mice@ travelconcepts.net Full-service destination management company, in business for more than 20 years, servicing primarily an international clientele. Our Euro-American multilingual team can handle all aspects of your next meeting, convention or incentive to New Orleans. – Garden District/Uptown Hosts New Orleans hostsneworleans.com / 365 Canal St., Suite 1400, NO 70130, 504-524-8687, 800-368-4678, neworleans@hosts-global.com With 50-plus years in business, Hosts New Orleans provides the promise of an unforgettable, authentic experience. Customized programs expertly delivered through our team of award-winning, knowledgeable local experts. ADMEI accredited. MPI, PCMA, SITE, FICP, ISES. – Central Business District NOLA DMC noladmc.com / 3715 Iberville St., NO 70119, 504-512-1572, meg@noladmc. com Locally owned and operated. A full-service destination management company specializing in event design, custom excursions, teambuilding, CSR programs, creative environment and efficient top of the line transportation. Our goal is to provide our clients with the best service available and streamline execution. – Mid-City Event Specialists of New Orleans, L.L.C. eventsno.com / 600 Decatur St., Suite 310, NO 70130, 504-525-1115, 877-917-1115, info@eventsno.com A full-service destination management company specializing in corporate events, incentive programs, meeting planning, customized tours and parties. ESNO knows the who, what, when and where of New Orleans. – French Quarter The Vega Group, LLC, vegagroup.com / 7220 Washington Ave., NO 70125, 504-488-5222, 800-771-2979, lindsaym@vegagroup.com The Vega Group is a full-service destination management company, providing custom-designed tours, full transportation, entertainment and themed corporate events. – Mid-City KLTS, LLC 118 Whispering Pines Dr., Waveland, MS 39576, 504-273-3822, brandeeklts@ gmail.com Full service receptive travel services for Louisiana and the Gulf Coast. Hotel accommodations, sightseeing tours, step on guides, group meals all at wholesale pricing commissionable to travel agents. Specializing in group and FIT packages. – Outside Metro Area RDS Concepts rdsconcepts.com / P.O. Box 750760, NO 70175, 504-482-2595, ndupuy@ rdsconcepts.com A highly creative boutique destination meeting and event planning company offering research, design, and strategy at every level of our program management and execution services. Allow us to perform for you at an “Artform Level.” Visit New Orleans visitneworleans.com / 600 Decatur St., Suite 308, NO 70130, 504-569-1482, deidra@visitneworleans.com Want a spectacular event? From corporate sponsorships to incentive and companion programs to meeting and conference management our experienced, professional staff will offer creative and flexible ideas to make your event a spectacular one. – French Quarter Gulf South Travel Services gsts-travel.com / P.O. Box 13490, NO 70185, 504-952-0641, info@gsts-travel. com Specializing in customized itinerary planning for Louisiana, Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama. Other services include, but not limited to: bi-lingual step Kuoni Destination Management, Inc. kuoni-dmusa.com / 650 Poydras St., Suite 1135, NO 70130, 504-524-6255, EVENTS EVENT DESIGN DECOR TEAM BUILDING TOURS TRANSPORTATION OPENING NIGHTS INSIDER'S TIP After the Louisiana Purchase, tensions arose between Creoles living in the French Quarter and Americans living in the Central Business District. Canal Street acted as a “neutral ground” where business could be done without invading the other’s territory. From that point on, all medians in New Orleans were called neutral grounds. NOLADMC.com 504.267.0662 Meg@NOLADMC.com 68 Unique Venues & Destination Management Visit our website at NewOrleansCVB.com
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