Join us for a weekend of culture and fun at Essence Festival 2023! 

Each Package includes airport transfer, Sunday Jazz Brunch Cruise, and free hot breakfast.

Essence Festival, is largest music festival in the country that celebrates African-American culture. The event was originally planned as a one-time event to celebrate the silver jubilee of  Essence magazine. Famous as ‘the party with a purpose,’ the event’s success encouraged the organizers to make it into an annual music festival. The main idea behind the event is to empower and offer a platform to musicians, artists, speakers, and entrepreneurs of the African-American community.

Select how many people will be staying in your room. (King bedroom sleeps 2 people max, Deluxe Queen sleeps 4 people max.) Price is based per person.

You have the option of paying balance in full or you can pay a non-refundable deposit of $45 per person, with the remaining balance is due by April 1st, 2023

Once you book, your will receive an email confirmation with booking number for the hotel with 24 hours.

If you have any questions, feel free to email us at contactus@kprimetravel.com

Hampton Inn & Suites- French Quarter

 We’re in the heart of downtown New Orleans, two blocks from Bourbon Street and the French Quarter. The Mercedes-Benz Superdome, Smoothie King Center, and Riverwalk are within a mile. We’re on the St. Charles streetcar line – hop on to admire the historic architecture of the Warehouse Arts District and uptown. Daily hot breakfast and WiFi are on us. 

Check in: 3pm

Check out: 11am

Valet Parking:  Overnight parking is $50 per day. 

 Some great things to know:

- To get around New Orleans, we would mostly be using the Street Cars/Trolley. Price is $3 for the entire day

- Ridesharing is very expensive during the peak hours of Essence Fest

- Frenchman Street is way better than Bourbon Street

- Stay hydrated

- Bring sunscreen and hand sanitizer

- Follow Essence Fest on social media to stay updated on announcements and ticket sales .

  What to Pack

• 2-3 bathing suits and cover ups (caftans and sarongs are great too)
• Several dresses, rompers 
• Shorts and t-shirts, if you prefer
• Flip flops and strappy sandals- leave the heels at home
• Light sweater or wrap for evenings
• A summery cross-body bag for around town and/or straw clutch for evenings 
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen 
• Antibacterial wipes
• Anti-chafing balm – it’ll be hot, so it keeps your thighs from chafing (glam, I know)
• Battery pack
• Collapsible Water Bottle

We K Prime Travel  and are excited to help you with your travel needs. Please get familiar with our Terms & Conditions. 

The following terms and conditions apply to any trip booked with Lakeshia White-K Prime Travel (hereinafter referred to as “KPT” “our” “us”).  By booking a trip with KPT you (hereinafter referred to as, “you” “your” or “traveler”) acknowledge that you (i) are 21 years of age or older, (ii) understand and accept these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”) and (iii) are entering into a contractual relationship with TLAB.

Price Policy

All trip prices are as posted on the KPT website at the time of booking and do not include airfare.  Trips are priced per person, based on shared occupancy.  Single rooms may be available at an additional cost and the prices will be listed where applicable.  Prior to booking, prices are subject to change without notice.  If you are using our payment plan option, you must submit a non-refundable, non-transferable, per person deposit (equivalent to the first month’s installment payment or other amount determined by KPT in its sole discretion) at the time of booking to reserve your space.

Payment Schedule 

Traveler understands and agrees to satisfy their balance in full no less than 60 days prior to the date of arrival. Should Traveler fail to submit the final payment 60 days out, a 10% late fee will be assessed each day based on the original amount.

If Traveler fails to submit payment in full by 45 days prior to the date of arrival, KPT reserves the right to cancel booking and retain 100% of funds paid.

KPT will notify Traveler in writing of the date & frequency of the scheduled payments.

Credit Card Payment/Processing

KPT uses a third-party credit card processing company to provide Traveler with a convenient way of submitting payment. Traveler agrees to update Company’s records in the event that Travelers credit/debit card/bank account is closed, expires, or is no longer active for whatever reason. Traveler may contact KPT  directly to provide updated payment information: CONTACTUS@KPRIMETRAVEL.COM

Declined Payment

In the event that payment is attempted by TLAB and is subsequently declined, Company will provide Traveler with a courtesy email notifying Traveler of the declined payment method. If the past due payment is not paid within three (3) days of its due date, there will be a 10% late fee assessed for that interval’s payment.

If payment has not been submitted within seven (7) days of the first payment attempt, TLAB will cancel the Travelers booking and & retain all paid funds.

Refunds

All payment to TLAB is non-refundable and non-transferrable. This is because TLAB has contractual agreements with our hotel, airlines, transportation, and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds.

Payment Disputes

Traveler agrees to not file a payment dispute or chargeback through their bank/financial institution and to instead utilize her travel insurance in the event that she can no longer attend the planned trip.

Traveler agrees to not file a chargeback in violation of TLAB’s Refund Policy. In the event that a chargeback is requested and/or processed, Traveler agrees to repay TLAB for the full amount and be responsible for any fees incurred in recouping payment, including attorney’s fees.

Passport and Travel Documents

Traveler is responsible for securing a valid passport. Upon signing up to attend a planned trip, Traveler will send via e-mail a photocopy of their passport, displaying the expiration date. Ninety (90) days prior to the Date of Arrival, Traveler will send an updated copy of their passport.

Some destination countries require a tourist visa to be secured before entering the country. Traveler understands that it is their responsibility to secure the visa and will do so at the time of purchasing Traveler’s airline ticket(s).

If a visa is required for your planned trip, Traveler agrees to purchase their airline ticket and obtain a visa within thirty (30) days of booking their trip.

It is the responsibility of the Traveler to ensure that there are adequate amounts of passport and visa pages within their passport booklet, in accordance with the requirements of the planned trip destination. TLAB will not be liable in the event that Traveler fails to ensure that Traveler’s travel documents are in order.

Travel Insurance

Each Traveler is required to purchase a travel insurance policy within fourteen (14) days of booking their planned trip. The insurance policy must include a minimum of $100,000 of coverage and should cover emergency transportation/evacuation and trip cancellation in the amount of the planned trip costs, at minimum. Traveler will provide TLAB with a digital copy of their travel insurance policy within fourteen (14) days of booking their planned trip.

TLAB may include travel insurance with your planned trip. 

Purchase of Airline Tickets

Traveler is responsible for purchasing their airline ticket to the origination city of the planned trip. TLAB is not responsible for any delays caused by the airline, missed flights due to Traveler error, or otherwise.

Traveler agrees to purchase their airline ticket as soon as possible, no later than 120 days prior to the Date of Arrival. Traveler will provide TLAB with a digital copy of their airline reservation 120 days prior to the Date of Arrival.

One (1) week prior to the Date of Arrival, Traveler will provide an updated digital copy of their travel itinerary to TLAB. 

In the event that Traveler arrives prior to the planned trip Date of Arrival, transportation from the airport will not be provided by TLAB. TLAB will provide Traveler with a window of time (based on local time) during which transportation will be provided.

Covid-19

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and people with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. 

By booking a trip with Travel Like a Boss, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. (Your company name) will not be held responsible or liable if you or your party get Covid-19. 

We recommend getting Travel Insurance that covers Covid-19.

Alcohol + Substance Abuse

Travel Like a Boss do not, under any circumstances, accept responsibility for any damages that result to yourself or anyone else due to the consumption of alcoholic beverages or any other substances. We cannot take any responsibility for the effect drinks or other substances  may have on people.

As such, we do not accept liability for any loss, damage, death, or inconvenience that abusing alcohol or other substances may cause you.