Cruise Radio Reports: Carnival Experiences Record Growth in New Orleans
"Next year the line will also welcome its three millionth passenger at the Port of New Orleans since Hurricane Katrina hit in 2005."
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NEWS: Carnival Experiences Record Growth in New Orleans
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I think it would be a great city for a pre or post cruise stay for a few days. It is one of those city's that I would not want to just fly in, get to the port and on the ship, I'd want to spend a few days to see the city.
Think of all the $$ that 3 million passengers spent in the city before and after a cruise. I'm sure that has helped the economy rebuild the city.
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I have been to NOLA a few times, conferences or business meetings. I have mixed feelings about going back. It was so hot and humid (in June), that I could barely stand still and not break into a flop sweat. The other thing I could not get away from was the smell; some neighborhoods smelled like a toilet. That said, it's got great architecture, restaurants, music, and cultural happenings. I think the last place I stayed was a Westin (could be wrong on that) which was a block from the Morial Convention Center and right across from the casino. I could see Carnival docked near by. I can understand how people would enjoy a few additional days there.
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Admiral
I have never sailed from this port although I have spent several vacations in the city over the years.