This is your year to show up and show out at The Party with a Purpose! You've seen the pictures on Instagram, you've heard about it. Your friends went that one year, but you had just got a new job and couldn't take the time off!

Not Again, EXPERIENCE ESSENCE FEST LIKE NEVER BEFORE! Join all your cousins in Nola at the festival that celebrates women of color, our culture, the arts, the lifestyle, the music. All that is Black Joy!

The Big Easy has a big reputation and after a weekend at Essence Festival, you are bound to find out why. 

Hotel Indigo New Orleans Garden District 

In The Heart Of The Garden District On Historic St. Charles Ave. Sheltered by a canopy of magnificent oaks, the Hotel Indigo® New Orleans Garden District hotel is a symbol of inspired neighborhood fusion on St. Charles Avenue. Our design and decor reflect the lush gardens, distinctive architecture and diverse culture of the Garden District. We’re situated directly on the scenic St. Charles Streetcar line and the Mardi Gras parade route, just a short ride or walk from the famed French Quarter and other destinations. Our Babin’s Bar & Bistro serves local fare and creative cocktails indoors or on our outdoor patio.

Our New Orleans hotel is just 2 miles from both the Mercedes-Benz Superdome and Smoothie King Center. Be sure to take in the sites with a fun visit to the Audubon Zoo and Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, National World War II Museum, or a haunted ghost tour.

Check in: 3pm

Check out: 11am

Hotel provides 24 hour valet parking services only. Valet parking $36/day includes in/out privileges. Valet parking is secure with gated access.

The hotel is contracted out.

PRICE IS BASED ON DOUBLE OCCUPANY ONLY! Price is per person.

You have the option of paying balance in full or you can pay a non-refundable deposit of $50 per person, with the remaining balance is due by May 29th

Once you book, you will receive an email confirmation with booking number for the hotel within 24 hours. If you have any questions, feel free to email us at ohwhatatripinfo@gmail.com

• Space is limited. Rates are subject to availability and may change till deposited. You are encouraged to make your reservations as soon as possible.
• Any reward points are at the discretion of the hotel.
•  Don't rush to Cafe Du Monde's, there are better beignets (Loretta's my personal fav.)
• Bring hand sanitizer 
•  Follow Essence Fest on social media to stay updated on announcements and ticket sales 

We are Oh What A Trip and are excited to help you with your travel needs. Please get familiar with our Terms & Conditions. 

The following terms and conditions apply to any trip booked with Oh What A Trip (hereinafter referred to as “OWAT” “our” “us”).  By booking a trip with OWAT you (hereinafter referred to as, “you” “your” or “traveler”) acknowledge that you (i) are 21 years of age or older, (ii) understand and accept these terms and conditions (the “Terms and Conditions”) and (iii) are entering into a contractual relationship with OWAT.

Price Policy

All trip prices are as posted on the OWAT website at the time of booking and do not include airfare.  Trips are priced per person, based on shared occupancy.  Single rooms may be available at an additional cost and the prices will be listed where applicable.  Prior to booking, prices are subject to change without notice.  If you are using our payment plan option, you must submit a non-refundable, non-transferable, per person deposit (equivalent to the first month’s installment payment or other amount determined by OWAT in its sole discretion) at the time of booking to reserve your space.

Payment Schedule 

Traveler understands and agrees to satisfy their balance in full no less than 60 days prior to the date of arrival. Should Traveler fail to submit the final payment 60 days out, a 10% late fee will be assessed based on the original amount. If Traveler fails to submit payment in full by 45 days prior to the date of arrival, OWAT reserves the right to cancel booking and retain 100% of funds paid. OWAT will notify Traveler in writing of the date & frequency of the scheduled payments.

Credit Card Payment/Processing

OWAT uses a third-party credit card processing company to provide Traveler with a convenient way of submitting payment. Traveler agrees to update Company’s records in the event that Travelers credit/debit card/bank account is closed, expires, or is no longer active for whatever reason. Traveler may contact OWAT directly to provide updated payment information: ohwhatatripinfo@gmail.com

Declined Payment

In the event that payment is attempted by OWAT and is subsequently declined, Company will provide Traveler with a courtesy email notifying Traveler of the declined payment method. If the past due payment is not paid within three (3) days of its due date, there will be a 10% late fee assessed for that interval’s payment. If payment has not been submitted within seven (7) days of the first payment attempt, OWAT will cancel the Travelers booking and & retain all paid funds.

Refunds

All payments to OWAT are non-refundable and non-transferrable. This is because OWAT has contractual agreements with our hotel, airlines, transportation, and other vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds.

Payment Disputes

Traveler agrees to not file a payment dispute or chargeback through their bank/financial institution and to instead utilize their travel insurance in the event that they can no longer attend the planned trip.Traveler agrees to not file a chargeback in violation of OWAT Refund Policy. In the event that a chargeback is requested and/or processed, Traveler agrees to repay OWAT for the full amount and be responsible for any fees incurred in recouping payment, including attorney’s fees.

Passport and Travel Documents

Traveler is responsible for securing a valid passport. Upon signing up to attend a planned trip, Traveler will send via e-mail a photocopy of their passport, displaying the expiration date. Ninety (90) days prior to the Date of Arrival, Traveler will send an updated copy of their passport. Some destination countries require a tourist visa to be secured before entering the country. Traveler understands that it is their responsibility to secure the visa and will do so at the time of purchasing Traveler’s airline ticket(s). If a visa is required for your planned trip, Traveler agrees to purchase their airline ticket and obtain a visa within thirty (30) days of booking their trip. It is the responsibility of the Traveler to ensure that there are adequate amounts of passport and visa pages within their passport booklet, in accordance with the requirements of the planned trip destination. OWAT will not be liable in the event that Traveler fails to ensure that Traveler’s travel documents are in order.

Travel Insurance

Each Traveler is required to purchase a travel insurance policy within fourteen (14) days of booking their planned trip. The insurance policy must include a minimum of $100,000 of coverage and should cover emergency transportation/evacuation and trip cancellation in the amount of the planned trip costs, at minimum. Traveler will provide OWAT with a digital copy of their travel insurance policy within fourteen (14) days of booking their planned trip. 

Purchase of Airline Tickets

Traveler is responsible for purchasing their airline ticket to the origination city of the planned trip. OWAT is not responsible for any delays caused by the airline, missed flights due to Traveler error, or otherwise. Traveler agrees to purchase their airline ticket as soon as possible, no later than 120 days prior to the Date of Arrival. Traveler will provide OWAT with a digital copy of their airline reservation 120 days prior to the Date of Arrival. One (1) week prior to the Date of Arrival, Traveler will provide an updated digital copy of their travel itinerary to OWAT. In the event that Traveler arrives prior to the planned trip Date of Arrival, transportation from the airport will not be provided by OWAT. OWAT will provide Traveler with a window of time (based on local time) during which transportation will be provided.

Covid-19

An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is an extremely contagious disease that can lead to severe illness and death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, senior citizens and people with underlying medical conditions are especially vulnerable. By booking a trip with Oh What A Trip, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. (OWAT) will not be held responsible or liable if you or your party get Covid-19. We recommend getting Travel Insurance that covers Covid-19.

Alcohol + Substance Abuse

Oh What A Trip does not, under any circumstances, accept responsibility for any damages that may happen as a result of the consumption of alcoholic beverages or any other substances. We cannot take any responsibility for the effect drinks or other substances may have on people. As such, we do not accept liability for any loss, damage, death, or inconvenience that abusing alcohol or other substances may cause.