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About this trip
Travel + Leisure once again named New Orleans the best domestic food-focused travel destination. If you LOVE food, you will not want to miss our launch of Thyme Travel focusing on all things to delight your palate in the Big Easy! Join Justin Harrison and Chef Dave Wolf of Just In Thyme Catering and Events on this epic and educational trip that will not disappoint your mind or your taste buds.
What’s included
- Pre Tour Cooking LessonFeaturing New Orleans themed food held at Just In Thyme Catering and Events center (Saturday, Feb. 22 from 7-9PM)
- 4 nights lodging4 nightly lodging in the beautiful and historic Hotel Monteleone located right on Royal Street
- Ghost TourWith a focus on the history of some of the favorite restaunt and bar haunts of the French Quarter
- Carousel Bar ExperiencePrivate history and mixology lesson held at the highly coveted Hotel Monteleone Carousel Bar
- FQ Food TourTake in the history and sights of the French Quarter all while making pit stops to enjoy some of the most well-known dishes and restaurants in the city (cocktails also included here)
- Plantation TourTour the Laura Plantation: a creole plantation with a rich history and unparalleled records
- BussingTransportation to the Plantation and back into the Big Easy
- Cooking LessonPrivate demonstration cooking lesson at the New Orleans School of Cooking
- Farewell DinnerEnjoy a 3 course dinner as well as appetizers and cocktails in one of Jewel's (owner of Cultured Travel) absolute favorite restaurants
- Tour Escort24 hour Cultured Travel tour escort/New Orleans desetination expert available before and during your tour
- Audio Listening SetsAlso known as “whispers” provided on walking tours as necessary to ensure hearing even in crowded enviornments
- Most GratuitiesGratuities for all group activities are included
- Post Tour Jazz DinnerFeaturing live music and New Orleans themed food held at Just In Thyme Catering and Events center (Friday, April 11, 2025 from 7-10PM)
What’s not included
- FlightsRoundtrip flights or any costs associated with your flight to/from New Orleans - Contingent upon interest, a group flight may be available for an additional cost
- Ground TransportationTransportation to and from the airport as well as any "free time" activities
- Optional Itinerary ItemsIncluding but not limited to Preservation Hall performance and admission to recommended sites NOT listed as included
- InsuranceTravel and Medical insurance strongly recommended; assistance obtaining it can be provided
- Meals not specified
- Gratuities not specified
- Personal souvenirs
Available Packages
Price per person based on 2 people per room. Book this package if you will be rooming with 1 other person. **Selection of this option will automatically enroll you in a monthly payment plan with funds taken out on the 20th of December, January, and February 20th, 2025.
Price for one person per room. Book this package if you will be traveling alone and making some great new friends along the way. ** Selection of this option will automatically enroll you in a monthly payment plan with funds taken out on the 20th of December, January, and February 20th, 2025.
Price per person based on 3 people per room. Book this package if you will be traveling as a family or friend group of 3. ** Selection of this option will automatically enroll you in a monthly payment plan with funds taken out on the 20th of December, January, and February 20th, 2025.
Price per person based on 4 people per room. Book this package if you are traveling as a family or friend group of 4. **Selection of this option will automatically enroll you in a monthly payment plan with funds taken out on the 20th of December, January, and February 20th, 2025.
Please select this option if you will be paying by check or will be paying cash in person. DO NOT select any other packages or options at this time. The total cost of the trip will be the same as the package you would select otherwise (single, double, triple, or quad occupancy) and deposits/payents will be the same also. Once you have registered, we will manually be able to enter your preferred package and optional add-ons as well as your payments and create a payment plan for you if you choose. Checks must be made to Cultured Travel and sent to P.O. Box 777 Mars, PA 16046.
Available options
Price is PER ROOM and includes all applicable taxes and fees
(Friday - 7:30PM) Seated option for Preservation Hall Jazz performance.
Itinerary
Arrive in New Orleans at your leisure and meet up with your new and/or old friends as you enjoy free time in the city. Enjoy dinner on your own at one of many recommended restaurants. At 8PM, set off on foot for a Ghost Tour of the French Quarter.