funat55 Posted August 17, 2016 #1 Share Posted August 17, 2016 Is there something I don't know about happening in New Orleans next year. I tried to book at the Embassy Suites and the web sites say "sold out". I mean every web site you've heard of. I am curious. We are a family of five so I really wanted to stay there and not have to get two rooms. Any thoughts?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggiefan Posted August 20, 2016 #2 Share Posted August 20, 2016 Is it the Essence Festival? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funat55 Posted August 21, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted August 21, 2016 I thought the Essence Festival was later in the month. I tried to do a mock booking at Harrahs today and their web site also said sold out. Hmmmm, am I trying to book too far in advance? I guess I could always call the hotel and ask. I just thought someone on CC would know and suggest another venue that can accommodate a large family. Much more fun talking to you guys then the person who answers the phone at the hotel. I've been looking at Homewood Suites and Bluegreen Vacations Club. I am trying to avoid paying in advance and I am also looking for free cancellation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixiegal Posted August 21, 2016 #4 Share Posted August 21, 2016 Simple google search would've shown it's the Essence Festival. Every single year for almost 30 years it's been the week of 4th of July. Try booking.com for other options in the Garden District or Metairie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funat55 Posted August 21, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted August 21, 2016 Simple google search would've shown it's the Essence Festival. Every single year for almost 30 years it's been the week of 4th of July. Try booking.com for other options in the Garden District or Metairie. Thank you. I had never heard of the Essence Festival. I looked it up and the dates said June 30 to July 4. I'm not coming until July 7th, three days after the festival. I'll keep looking for a family friendly venue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trixiegal Posted August 22, 2016 #6 Share Posted August 22, 2016 (edited) Really? Well, then must be the leftover tourists from the Festival that are staying through the weekend. I always thought they had them the weekend after the 4th unless it fell on a Monday but I guess Tuesday is also early in the week. I've been to the Festival 4 times but the last time I went, I thought it was way too crowded. I want to go for the Jazz Festival. Getting too old for the wild parties lol Good luck! Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Edited August 22, 2016 by trixiegal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funat55 Posted August 26, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted August 26, 2016 Thanks for the reply Trixiegal. I booked a two bedroom suite at the Homewood Suites for our group of five. There will be plenty of room for all of us and free breakfast too. The rate was $271 per night which isn't too bad when you consider that our other option was to get two rooms. We all like Jazz so I'm sure we will be looking for a fun place to go and listen to the music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funat55 Posted January 10, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted January 10, 2017 Essence Festival is scheduled for July 6 to July 8 this year. No wonder the hotels I tried to book were all sold out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nolatravelgirl Posted January 12, 2017 #9 Share Posted January 12, 2017 Really? Well, then must be the leftover tourists from the Festival that are staying through the weekend. I always thought they had them the weekend after the 4th unless it fell on a Monday but I guess Tuesday is also early in the week. I've been to the Festival 4 times but the last time I went, I thought it was way too crowded. I want to go for the Jazz Festival. Getting too old for the wild parties lol If you think Essence Festival has crowds/parties wait till you see the tidal wave of people for Jazz Fest which brings in four times the visitors. If you really want a more low key festival then try French Quarter Festival which is enjoys much milder temps due to the timing it is also more catered to a local crowd so won't be so overrun with tourists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HCTiger9704 Posted January 14, 2017 #10 Share Posted January 14, 2017 It most be some type of special event that does not happen every year. In New Orleans, the summertime is the tourism slow time. The only things that I know off that happen every year during the summer time is Essence Fest (June 29 to July 2) and Southern Decadence (Labor Day Weekend). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MississippiMom Posted August 18, 2017 #11 Share Posted August 18, 2017 Thanks for the reply Trixiegal. I booked a two bedroom suite at the Homewood Suites for our group of five. There will be plenty of room for all of us and free breakfast too. The rate was $271 per night which isn't too bad when you consider that our other option was to get two rooms. We all like Jazz so I'm sure we will be looking for a fun place to go and listen to the music. What was your opinion about the location? I am hoping that the family can handle the walk over to The French Quarter and over to the aquarium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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