New Orleans Nature Guide
Airboat Adventures Blog
by Von Mack
3d ago
Explore New Orleans New Orleans is famously known for its culture, with jazz music, Mardi Gras parades, and Creole cuisine; yet there is an entire side of New Orleans that people fail to explore by getting too wrapped up in the city scene of the Big Easy. The Deep South is home to some of the most unique flora and fauna in all of the United States, and New Orleans is no exception. Explore the greener side of New Orleans by visiting one of our famous parks or by getting outside the city and visiting the lush swamps of Louisiana. However you want to play it, we are here to guide you toward exper ..read more
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Spring to do’s in the Big Easy
Airboat Adventures Blog
by Von Mack
3d ago
Thinking of a Spring trip to New Orleans soon? Then you are in luck because we are about to tell you all the top events in the Big Easy as we enter the sunny Spring season. Lively jazz bands, funky festivals, Creole cuisine, and bayou boogies all await you in the beautiful big easy. So let us take you on a journey down the Mississippi River and show you the best way to enjoy the magic of the Crescent City, with the best insider scoop on all the hot happenings in New Orleans. Make a Plan When planning a trip to New Orleans, it is easy to get overwhelmed by all the things going on (seriously, w ..read more
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St Charles Streetcar Stop till You Drop Art Stops
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by Von Mack
9M ago
There’s nothing like the romance of a streetcar. If you’ve never ridden one, just imagine the nostalgia of a classic meeting space before the times of ample screen time, having the luxury of standing next to a stranger or even a potential friend with a movie-like scenery passing you by. All of this is a selling point but what’s more, is its cost. Do you know what’s more affordable than renting a car, or getting a cab? The public service of a streetcar! With this in mind, one of the most notable reasons for the streetcar being a caveat is its journey from one part of the city to the next. We’re ..read more
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Bayou Boogaloo Alternatives: Things to Do
Airboat Adventures Blog
by Von Mack
11M ago
We’re here to tell you that Bayou Boogaloo can be great. But maybe this year, you need a little space from the Bayou and its yearly shenanigans. What can you do instead? We’ve done the work for you, with a list that’s concocted into the elements our lovable Bayou Boogaloo brings the most of: outdoor activities and live music. The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden We’re starting off at a place where the outdoors and art meet: Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. We want you to envision a scene out of Alice in Wonderland, specifically the infamous storybook garden that was adorn ..read more
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Your Mardi Gras Questions, Answered
Airboat Adventures Blog
by Von Mack
1y ago
Louisiana is built differently when it comes to seasons, and we find ways to celebrate them all. We have winter, summer, Christmas, and Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras brings in a record amount of visitors yearly and sometimes, visitors (and even locals) need help navigating the celebration! We decided to take some time to answer the real questions. What is Mardi Gras? The celebration of Mardi Gras is a months-long street party that brings beautiful costumes, art and music. New Orleans Mardi Gras was originally made for the wealthier crowd whereas rural Mardi Gras was for the poorer citizens. These da ..read more
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Labor Day Weekend Activities in New Orleans
Airboat Adventures Blog
by Von Mack
1y ago
Labor Day Weekend in New Orleans is a must-do, as the city boasts some of the best activities that any city has to offer. A Brief Background on labor day and labor day weekend Labor Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the first Monday of September that honors and recognizes the American labor movement which began in the late 19th century. Labor Day Weekend is a beloved three-day weekend that the holiday falls around. Considered the unofficial end of summer, many take their vacations during the weeks that lead into the three-day weekend, which culminates in celebration, and the beginning of ..read more
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Louisiana Swamps: 10 Interesting Facts About Swamps & Why You Should Go On A Swamp Tour
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by Brittany
2y ago
The best way to learn about the Louisiana swamp is to experience it for yourself! The best way to experience the swamp is on an airboat that glides over the bayou and gets you up close and personal with Louisiana wildlife. A Louisiana swamp tour will help you to get that up-close perspective. Here are 10 things you didn’t know about Louisiana swamps to hold you over until then. Louisiana is home to three million acres of wetlands. Fishermen catch more shrimp in Louisiana than any other U.S. state. Alligators have existed for nearly 200 million years, and over two million wild alligators liv ..read more
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Embrace Local Art at New Orleans Jazz Fest
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by Von Mack
2y ago
New Orleans Jazz Fest is back! It’s felt like forever since the last Jazz Fest but it’s finally back and we are excited to check out the music, with acts such as Stevie Nicks, Lionel Richie, and Red Hot Chili Peppers headlining, as well as local and regional favorites such as Lost Bayou Ramblers, Sweet Crude, and Little Freddie King. Along with music, art vendors are back, selling everything from paintings to clothes. Here, we are highlighting New Orleans-based artists that you shouldn’t sleep on. Mardi Gras Indians at New Orleans Jazz Fest. Nicolas Henderson, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia CommonsE ..read more
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French Quarter Fest
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by Von Mack
2y ago
The next few weeks, even months, are going to be busy, as festivals are finally making a comeback after two years of lockdown. The good news is there will always be something going on over the next few months, so you will have something to celebrate no matter when you pay a visit. Come eat, drink, and dance at French Quarter Fest. New Orleans is coming back with a vengeance and she’s not going anywhere. We are so excited, especially for the return of French Quarter Fest. French Quarter Fest is Back! With festivals making a comeback, New Orleans’s best restaurants bring their special festival ..read more
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Essence Festival New Orleans
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by Von Mack
2y ago
Black Woman-Owned Restaurants to Dine at During Essence Festival Weekend New Orleans © J Vettorino, Creative CommonsEssence Festival New Orleans is back! Essence Festival New Orleans initially started as a one-time event in 1999 to celebrate Essence Magazine’s 25th anniversary, luckily for everyone, it turned into an annual event. Essence magazine covers beauty, fashion, entertainment, and culture and is geared towards Black women, resulting in a festival celebrating Black culture in the United States. Essence Festival New Orleans is often labeled as a festival with a purpose. This year’s line ..read more
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