It's 10 p.m., your New Orleans ghost tour just ended and you are starving. Where are you going to get a bite to eat? A recent thread in the New Orleans Service & Hospitality Industry Facebook group asked that question, and local service industry workers had some answers.
Read MoreNavigating service animal policies can be complex for both tour operators and guests with disabilities. While the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) provides crucial protections for service animal access to public spaces, there are specific exceptions for unique environments – including swamp tours. Learn more about service animal policies on swamp tours and discover local solutions for your four-legged companion during your New Orleans adventure...
Read MoreAs a small family-run business, taking time off for paternity leave can be tricky. I'm still working a bit from home, but I'm so grateful for our incredible team, Tracy and Jessie, who are holding down the fort and keeping everything running smoothly. It helps that September is usually a slower month for us.
Read MoreDiscover the captivating history and stunning beauty of Oak Alley Plantation, one of the most iconic plantations in the American South. From its early beginnings in sugarcane production to its role in film and television, explore the complex and multifaceted story of this National Historic Landmark. Join Gators & Ghosts for an immersive tour that delves into the plantation's past and showcases its breathtaking landscape.
Read MoreDiscover the spine-chilling world of ghost hunting with our essential paranormal tools guide! Unleash your inner investigator and capture eerie evidence of the supernatural. Ready for a thrilling adventure? Join Gators and Ghosts on a haunted French Quarter tour and unlock spine-tingling mysteries lurking in the shadows!
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Read MoreExperience Louisiana swamps in every season! Pick from exciting airboat tours or calming pontoon cruises, and discover remarkable wildlife and captivating flora. With each season offering distinct charm, there's no time to waste! Secure your unforgettable adventure now – you may even hold a baby alligator!
Read MoreBeloved sports team mascot, apex predator, survivor – you could use any of these terms to describe the alligator. While these creatures probably walked among dinosaurs, they managed to adapt, evolve, and endure over millions of years, and now they are a vital part of our landscape and ecosystem, especially in South Louisiana. It isn’t hard to spot an alligator or two (or a whole congregation!) on one of our swamp tours, you may not know some of the most interesting facts about these beasts:
Read MoreThe cold rarely lingers in New Orleans, but every once in a while, we find ourselves in a brief but deep winter. Nights like these bring to mind one of the most notorious NOLA ghost stories – the tale of Julie.
Read MoreYou cannot understand the history of New Orleans without looking back further than the European settlement of this area. While the city of New Orleans celebrated its 300th anniversary of cityhood in 2018, the land itself has been home to indigenous peoples for much longer than that.
Read MoreA visit to New Orleans is a feast for your senses, and while we are known for our incredibly decadent food scene, you will quickly find that the colors and textures of the city mean that photo opportunities are never in short supply! Here are just a few of the fantastically photogenic spots around New Orleans that are sure to liven up your Instagram feed today.
Read MoreOne of the most infamous characters in New Orleans history was a man named Jean Lafitte. He was a pirate, a smuggler, and a slave trader — not exactly a nice guy — but in certain circles, he was seen as a dashing and mysterious antihero, maybe even a patriot. Like many figures in New Orleans history, the legend overwhelms the reality.
Read MoreMurder, mayhem, mystery – with a history as storied as ours, it is not hard to find spooks and scares in New Orleans, one of America’s most haunted cities. While you can seek out a goosebump-inducing experience just about any day of the week in NOLA, it is especially easy to celebrate the macabre during Halloween season. Here are the best ways to have a hair-raising experience in New Orleans this fall.
Read MoreDon't be overwhelmed by the hundreds of things to do in New Orleans. We'll help you figure out what's worthwhile with this handy list of the top 10 New Orleans attractions.
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