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Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Program No. 13229RJ
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If you haven't gone to Mardi Gras, don't wait!! Go with Road Scholar!! They do a great job. We even had reserve seating for the many parades and great security!!! Our group leader Lauree is one of the best I've ever had. You'll love this expeience!!
— Review left February 24, 2026
A marvelous and joyous experience. Know in advance that this is not a culinary program but one to be fully consumed by the Mardi Gras. Road Scholar had it planned effectively. Because of the size of event a glitch here and there did happen but the leaders ironed it all out to a final satisfaction for everyone. Join this program and be elivened.
— Review left March 12, 2025
Great way to attend Mardi Gras with reserved seats!
— Review left March 6, 2025
It was a great program
— Review left March 9, 2020
The NOLA Mardi Gras experience lived up to our expectations. The staff, instructors, performers were all wonderful. The bleacher seating for the parades was great. And, I can’t rave enough about the hotel accommodations. The facility, staff, and food were outstanding. I certainly will stay there the next time I am in NOLA.
— Review left March 7, 2020
This program was entertaining, informative and left with wanting to come back to New Orleans again to get to know other aspects and parts of the City.
— Review left March 1, 2020
Mardi Gras - you need to experience it, and this is the way to do it. Having the reserved bleachers is a great benefit. Staff, hotel, and meals were all fabulous. Field trips and lessons were informative. Go go go!
— Review left February 28, 2020
This was my first Road Scholar trip and I went solo to New Orleans for Mardi Gras. I was matched up with a pleasant roommate and we had a great weekend of learning and celebration along with our fellow participants. I recommend this program highly and will definitely consider other trips in the future.
— Review left February 28, 2020
Great program to see Mardi gras! The seating just outside the hotel made it very easy to get food or return to our room if we wanted. The guarded seating meant that we always had a place to sit and view the parades. It was much fun to catch beads or whatever the float riders were throwing. A perfect trip!
— Review left February 28, 2020
If you are looking for a fun, energetic slice of life go for it here. And don't be daunted by the negatives you may have heard about Mardi Gras. Stay in your comfort zone.
— Review left February 27, 2020
This program was so well done, it took all the stress away from being at Mardi Gras with all the crowds. We had reserved seats everywhere
— Review left February 27, 2020
Mardi Gras was a fantastic program. We loved every minute. The parades were spectacular and fun, especially the evening parades. The bands were great. our special events were excellent. Great musicians and also learning more about Mardi Gras. Plus we had a tour of the city. And of course the food was great as well. It was especially essential that we had a private viewing stand right outside the hotel. Our leaders couldn’t have been more enthusiastic and helpful. This was our first Mardi Gras and it ranks as one of the top RS trips for us.
— Review left February 26, 2020
Mardi Gras is a great celebration and few do it better than Road Scholar. The finest hotel right on St.Charles, the best food in the best restaurants, great music, enlightening educational opportunities all led by a knowledgeable team of people! Lots of parades from private viewing stands, lots of throws and enough free time to explore the French Quarter and some of New Orleans on your own or with other group participants. Without a doubt, this is the best way to enjoy the National Treasure that Mardi Gras has become.
— Review left May 7, 2019
This was one of the most interesting group tours I've had and would recommend it for fun, learning something new, its immersive experience, and value for your dollar.
— Review left March 13, 2019
This was an OUTSTANDING program, and a wonderful and SAFE way to participate in Mardi Gras! The hotel was right on the Mardi Gras parade route and Road Scholar arranged for viewing stands right in front of the hotel that were exclusively for the use of our group. There was security provided at the viewing stands so only our group could enter our stands. If we were tired or needed to use the bathroom, our hotel was right behind us. The program provided morning lectures that gave us insight and information that helped us understand and appreciate all we saw and experienced way more than we would have had we simply been there on our own. AND the restaurant meals that Road Scholar provided were some of the excellent food for which New Orleans is known. One suggestion: Road Scholar cannot control the weather, and it was COLD a couple of the nights we were there - more than what was predicted when we were packing to come. BE SURE to bring enough layers of clothing (and socks, hats, scarves & gloves) so that you can be cozy in 40-degree weather as you watch the fantastic night parades go by. Also, if you arrive during a time when parades are passing the hotel, get directions from the hotel about an accessible route to follow from the airport to the hotel. If you are staying at the Intercontinental hotel, be aware that the "back entrance" you use during a parade (which would make the "front entrance" inaccessible by car) does not prominently say "Intercontinental Hotel." The door is labeled "Pan American" something-or-other. Our advice: come with that information or call the hotel, if you end up arriving during a parade.
— Review left March 9, 2019
Best way to experience Mardi Gras. Everything is taken care of and the outstanding lectures add so much to the experience. Will be going again...it was so much fun!
— Review left March 8, 2019
This is simply the best Go Easy in the Big Easy Ever, Never been to Mardi Gras..... sign up now for 2020 and you too will have a taste of of Bon Temps ..... Heh mister throw me some.....
— Review left March 7, 2019
This is a comprehensive program that gives one an excellent exposure to Mardi Gras and New Orleans traditions. It is conveniently located, thorough in education about Mardi Gras and it's music, easy physically, delicious food in excellent restaurants, a very well-located hotel for parades and the French Quarter. I think everyone should experience Mardi Gras once in their lifetime.
— Review left March 6, 2019
Great program! There’s a lot more to MardiGras than we realized! Great fun, great food and a couple of lagniappes!
— Review left March 6, 2019
The programs, music, and experiences were wonderful and the food was excellent. I highly recommend this program to most Road Scholar participants, but because the sidewalks are poorly maintained and the roads difficult to cross during Mardi Gras, I do not think that people with walking difficulties should choose this program.
— Review left March 6, 2019