Join iTravel2Getaway at the 2026 Essence Festival for an unforgettable weekend of culture, connection, and nonstop fun. Think: legendary performances, powerful conversations, and exclusive events you won’t find anywhere else.
This is not your average festival trip—it’s the Essence experience done right.
Lock in your spot before it sells out!
You can add on 3-day concert passes at checkout and it can be worked into your monthly payment.
Guests must be able to participate in the days offered.
Itinerary & Accommodations
All itineraries, accommodations, and scheduled experiences are subject to change at any time. Comparable alternatives will be provided, or adjustments will be made within the overall trip experience. This applies to all aspects of the itinerary, including hotels.
Participation & Occupancy
Guests must be available for all scheduled travel dates. No refunds or adjustments will be issued for missed portions of the trip. Packages are based on the selected booked occupancy (up to 4 per booking). Additional travelers require separate accommodations.
Payment Terms
All payment plans require automatic monthly billing.
For double, triple, or quad occupancy packages, separate payments must be requested at the time of registration.
Requests to modify payment due dates must be submitted in writing via email at least 5 days prior to the scheduled billing date.
Late Payments & Cancellation
A 10-day grace period is permitted. Payments not received by 5 PM EST on day 10 will incur a $100 late fee per traveler.
Accounts 25 days past due will be subject to cancellation. Any resulting changes to room occupancy may increase the cost for remaining travelers.
Final Payment
All balances must be paid in full no later than 30 days prior to departure. Reservations not paid in full by this deadline will be canceled in accordance with our cancellation policy.
Refund Policy
All payments, including deposits and fees, are non-refundable and non-transferable. Travel insurance claims must be submitted directly to the provider.
The Westin New Orleans
Meet & greet includes an open bar and cash prizes. Grand prize: $2,500 off ONE 2027 international group trip.
Hop On/Off City Tour of New Orleans passes to take at your own leisure
Visit thousand of retailers for bags of free giveaways and celebrity sightings and meet & greets. Free concerts and show premieres will happen during this time as well.
iTravel2Getaway Swag Travel Package includes Your Group T-Shirt & Other Travel Amenities will be mailed to you within 30 days of departure.
Welcome Bag at Check-in in New Orleans
iTravel2Getaway Staff will be on-site with you throughout the duration of this group trip.
All taxes associated with the above are included
Tickets are available to add on at checkout.
Basic or premium travel insurance can be added on at check out.
Roundtrip airfare can be added on at checkout.
Roundtrip MSY Airport Transportation can be added on.
Any meals outside of what is specified in the description of your final itinerary.
Resort fees, room charges, damages to the room, etc
Any additional transportation around New Orleans.
Any paid ESSENCE daytime events are not included.
Super lounge, VIP or VVIP tickets are not included
Any additional activities not specified on the final itinerary
Check in a day before the events begin. Relax and explore the city of New Orleans on your own.
Day one of ESSENCE!
The events at the convention center and concerts will begin today.
*official lineup will be announced in the spring.
Day 2 of ESSENCE!!
Meet up with the group for a hosted lunch at a nearby restaurant with an open bar.
One lucky attendee will win a trip for 2 to go to the 2027 ESSENCE Festival!!
Today is the final day of the convention center festivities and the evening concerts. Soak up SO MUCH and have a blast!
*official lineup will be announced in the spring.
We hope you had a great time! Please consider joining us again next year! All previous attendees will receive 10% off of their ESSENCE booking.
Use the promo code given to you on-site to apply the discount.
