New Orleans Meeting Planners Guide

Corporate Incentive Activities

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New Orleans offers a diverse range of experiences for corporate incentive travelers

FISHING

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Why Meet in New Orleans

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Vibrant and welcoming, New Orleans is an excellent choice for conventions, meetings, and events.

State-of-the-art venues cater to events of all sizes and needs, plus the downtown area is compact and accessible, making it convenient for attendees to navigate New Orleans.

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Convention Sales Team

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Dear Colleagues and Partners,

Thank you for the opportunity to share New Orleans’ unique culture and special brand of hospitality with you! On behalf of the New Orleans & Company convention sales, services, and marketing teams, it is with great pleasure that we extend our warmest greetings to you.

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Convention Services Team

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 13:55:10 +0000

New Orleans & Company’s convention services team will provide everything you need to ensure your meeting here goes off without a hitch.

Director, Convention Services & Events | 504-566-5063
ravery@neworleans.com

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Convention Sales Marketing & Attendance Building Team

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Our dedicated marketing professionals are ready to provide the resources you need to host a successful meeting in New Orleans, big or small.

MARKETING STAFF

Ready to promote your event? Visit NewOrleans.com/MarketingMenu or contact our Group Marketing Team for a complimentary event marketing plan!

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Growth & Innovation

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As if its charm weren’t enough, several of the world’s leading tourism and hospitality corporations are investing in New Orleans — big time — making it a winning destination for your next event.

ELEVATED FACILITIES

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Built to Host & Best in Class

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New Orleans has been an award-winning destination for meetings, conventions, and events for decades. Here are just a few of our latest honors.

MEETING AWARDS

SMART WOMAN HALL OF FAME: STEPHANIE TURNER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT – Smart Meetings (2024)

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The Crescent City

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Since New Orleans is nestled between a bend in the Mississippi River and Lake Pontchartrain, you’re likely to hear locals give directions such as “lake side” (north); “river side” (south); Uptown (west); and Downtown (east).

Check out the map in the Transportation listings (page 19), where you’ll find detailed maps of the Garden District, Downtown, French Quarter, and metro area.

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Did You Know?

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IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA ALONE, THERE ARE 26,000 HOTEL ROOMS.

THERE ARE 1,000+ RESTAURANTS WITHIN A 2.5-MILE AREA DOWNTOWN AND 170+ RESTAURANTS IN THE FRENCH QUARTER ALONE.
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Explore Our Neighborhoods

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Immerse yourself in the city’s vibrant architecture, unique culture, storied history, and distinct charm by strolling the streets of its neighborhoods — each with a diverse story to tell.

21 different New Orleans neighborhoods are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. While they each have a remarkable personality, together they are home to thousands of hotel rooms, personalized event spaces, worldfamous restaurants, and colorful locals eager to share their love of New Orleans with your group.

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New Orleans is Built to Host

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Always a top choice for groups, the city’s commitment to hosting your next meeting or event is stronger than ever.

WE’LL ROLL OUT THE RED CARPET FOR YOU.

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Signature Events

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Getting Here & Getting Around

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LOOKING FOR MORE OPTIONS?

Visit NewOrleans.com/Meeting-Planners/Planning-Tools/Getting-Around for a transportation directory full of unique ways to explore the city!

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Travel Planning & Transportation

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New Orleans has numerous options for getting around the city, and a long list of transportation experts who can help you find your way.

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Convention Facilities

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New Orleans’ meeting facilities are one-of-a-kind and offer convenience and customizable options for every meeting.

NEW ORLEANS ERNEST N. MORIAL CONVENTION CENTER

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Unique Venues

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New Orleans has a variety of venues to match every type of event and professional staff that will help you plan every aspect of your stay.

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Accommodations & Hotel Meeting Facilities

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Thousands of rooms are within a short walking distance of most meeting venues, convention facilities, and attractions.

MAP #/PROPERTY/NUMBER OF ROOMS

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Private Dining, Live Music, & Entertainment

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Whether it’s beignets in the French Quarter, jazz brunch at a historic Creole restaurant, or award-winning cocktails at a contemporary lounge, it’s easy to mix business with pleasure in New Orleans.

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Activities, Sightseeing, & Shopping

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Add sightseeing and shopping to your itinerary and give your attendees an up-close look at what makes New Orleans so special.

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Convention & Business Services

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Whatever your logistical concerns, you’ll find help here. New Orleans & Company members are industry professionals who can get you the services you need, when you need them.

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Index

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