Visitor serVices TOURIST INFORMATION SERVICES Basin St. Station basinststation.com / 501 Basin St., NO, 70112 / 504-293-2600, 888-626-5860 Historic visitor and information center. Travel counselors, maps, parking, art, music, New Orleans film, gift shop, refreshments. Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tours. Historic St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 walking tours. On the edge of the French Quarter. Available for private events. — French Quarter Spinato Management neworleansadventures.com / 414 Canal St., NO, 70130 / 504-523-9745, 800-464-0142 All your travel and tour resources in one easy place. Whether you need sightseeing tours, cruises, travel arrangements, or transportation, Spinato can make it happen. — Central Business District WEDDING PLANNING & CONSULTANTS I Do by PK Events idobypkeventsnola.com / NO / 504-329-6759 Let us create your unforgettable wedding, elopement, or vow renewal in charming New Orleans. With over 25 years of heartfelt experience and personalized packages, we make planning effortless, turning your vision into a meaningful, seamless, and beautifully detailed celebration. St. Bernard Parish Tourist Commission DMM & Associates, LLC dmmassociates.com / 4298 Elysian Fields Ave., Suite B, NO, 70122 / 504-282-8222 We will manage your travel details. Give us your destination, preferred amenities, and reservation preferences and our robust hotel partnerships allow us to negotiate rates, manage billing, and contest unauthorized expenses. We’re here to save you time, money, and annoyances. — Gentilly visitstbernard.com / 409 Aycock St., Arabi, 70032 / 504-278-4242 St. Bernard Parish is just five miles from downtown New Orleans, yet its scenic beauty, cultural treasures, and beautiful water ways will make you yearn to remain in its tranquil surroundings. — Outside Metro Area New Orleans Events Where Black NOLA Eats Promotes black-owned eating establishments in New Orleans. neworleanseventservices.com / NO / 504-231-6858 New Orleans Weddings & Events will take care of your details with love and care to make your New Orleans dream wedding come true. Uncommon Camellia VOLUNTEER SERVICES HandsOn New Orleans handsonneworleans.org / 4035 Washington Ave., 106, NO, 70125 / 504-319-9883 We provide 100% turn-key solutions to meet your team’s corporate social responsibility goals. You can travel off site or we can bring services to your meeting location. Our work focuses on public education, the environment, neighborhood development, and disaster management. Get HandsOn and make a difference today. — Mid-City Explore Houma explorehouma.com / 114 Tourist Dr., Gray, 70359 / 985-868-2732, 800-688-2732 Located just an hour southwest of New Orleans, Houma is the heart of Louisiana’s Bayou Country, where rich Cajun culture, fresh seafood, and outdoor adventures await. Explore swamps, enjoy lively festivals, and experience authentic Southern hospitality in this one-of-a-kind destination. — Outside Metro Area uncommoncamellia.com / Slidell, 70460 / 985-285-8081 The most highly reviewed wedding-planning firm in Louisiana, serving New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Covington, Hammond, Slidell, and surrounding areas. Authentic, immersive, well-orchestrated weddings are our signature. Get to know our one-of-a-kind processes and tools that assure an exceptional experience and make wedding planning enjoyable and effortless. — Northshore Friends of the Ferry friendsoftheferry.org/index.html / NO, 70114 / 504-250-9110 Friends of the Ferry is an all-volunteer organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the ferries in the greater New Orleans area. — Algiers Louisiana Hospitality Foundation WEDDING RECEPTION VENUES Balcony Ballroom balconyballroom.com / 4738 Utica St., Metairie, 70006 / 504-885-8001 A lifetime of experience to give you the experience of a lifetime. We’ve spent 50 years perfecting the art of making your special day the best of your life. — Jefferson Parish Hot Seats hotseats.io / Slidell, 70458 / 504-919-1668 Fan District powered by Hot Seats is a New Orleans-based app that connects fans and visitors with real-time deals, VIP Fast Passes, and exclusive drops from local bars, restaurants, and venues, transforming game-day and nightlife experiences. louisianahospitalityfoundation.org / P.O. Box 24046 , NO, 70184 / 504-754-8900 Non-profit organization that works to strengthen Louisiana’s hospitality industry through support of hospitality and culinary education and workforce development programs, and by providing financial assistance and/or guidance to hospitality industry workers during times of crisis. Margaret Place Sustaining Our Urban Landscape (SOUL) New Orleans A La Carde neworleansalacarde.com / P.O. Box 850155, NO, 70185 / 504-957-8108 New Orleans’ premier resource for promoting attractions, restaurants, and more to visitors, both digitally and in print. A measurable comprehensive marketing platform via print, online, and mobile with proven success. We can handle your distribution needs and plan/implement your events. soulnola.org / 130 S. Telemachus St., NO, 70119 / 504-535-5116 A local environmental non-profit dedicated to driving a resilent New Orleans by reforesting our urban landscape. Planting trees as a form of green infrastructure is the fastest, most cost-effective method to lower air temperatures, reduce street flooding, slow subsidence, and clean our water, soil, and air. — Mid-City margaretplacehotel.com / 1133 Margaret Pl., NO, 70130 / 504-264-6045 A historic courtyard venue for the discerning partier where classic meets capable. A unique mix of 1860s architecture and futuristic amenities for up to 300 guests with five hotel rooms on site. — Garden District/Uptown Toulouse Terrace Youth Empowerment Project New Orleans Television (NOTV) knov.neworleanstv.tv / 330 Exchange Pl., Unit 1, NO, 70130 / 504-723-8868 FCC Broadcast Visitor Information Station airing in more than 90% of New Orleans’ hotel rooms. Current events updates, history, art, and culture programming, plus restaurants and entertainment features, attractions, and more. — French Quarter youthempowermentproject.org / 1600 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., NO, 70113 / 504-343-7212 Engages underserved young people through community-based education, mentoring, enrichment, and employment readiness programs to help them develop skills and strengthen ties to family and community. — Garden District/Uptown toulouseterrace.com / 541 Decatur St., NO, 70130 A symbol of New Orleans’ rich legacy, nestled in the heart of the iconic French Quarter. Here, every corner tells a story, and luxury blends with history to create an atmosphere of unmatched sophistication. A journey through the vibrant tapestry of culture and elegance, offering a unique canvas for events that leave lasting impressions. — French Quarter WEDDING OFFICIANT Romance In New Orleans romanceinneworleans.com / 750 Decatur St., NO, 70116 / 504-214-0610 Tying great knots in Greater New Orleans since 2002. Offering nondenominational, interfaith, and civil ceremonies. Officiant and photography packages available. By appointment only. All loving couples are welcome, including LGBTQ. — French Quarter WEDDING SERVICES & SUPPLIES Urban Earth urbanearthstudios.com / 2114 Laurel St., NO, 70130 / 504-524-0100 We create beautiful celebrations. We are a diverse team of florists, artists, prop builders, and event stylists who revel in the challenge to transform the familiar into new, exciting environments. Weddings, event, décor, rentals, and flowers. — Garden District/Uptown Preservation Resource Center prcno.org / 923 Tchoupitoulas St., NO, 70130 / 504-581-7032 Promotes the preservation, restoration, and revitalization of New Orleans’ historic architecture and neighborhoods. Visitors are welcome to our magnificent headquarters just two blocks from the convention center for free neighborhood walking brochures. Headquarters also available for event rental. — Convention/Warehouse/Arts District NeWorLeANs.coM 129
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