Huskies at LSU: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to park a rental car at the hotel?

The hotels charge $35 per day for parking. You’re better off without a vehicle. New Orleans is a walking city. Use your trolley pass and the transportation provided with the tour options to get around.

How will ticket distribution work?

Generally the road game ticket application is available around April 1st. Priority will be assigned based on your number with the UW. If you were able to get tickets for the some of the more “high-profile” games the past couple of years, such as Notre Dame, you should meet the cut this time around. Game tickets are almost always available. Don’t wait for confirmation of tickets to book your travel.

What about cancellations?

Portions of this tour are non-refundable. Penalties apply to cancellation on a scale that increases the closer we get to the date. In the event of a full blown hurricane or other acts of God that would prevent travel to New Orleans for that weekend, most of the package would be refunded.

What’s the weather supposed to be like?

It will be hot and likely humid. A lot of our program will be indoors with air conditioning. The game times are generally late in the day when the temperatures cool. Bring an umbrella too.

How can I book flights if I don’t have computer access?

In that event, I will book flights for you. I will need to have the flight dates and desired times, as well as full legal names, dates of birth, and gender information for each passenger. There is a service fee of $25 per ticket for this service.

Can I just buy transportation to the game?

Game day transportation is bundled into a package. Game day transportation will not be available separately.

How can I ensure that I will be on a tour with my friends?

Make sure you make the same request for tours that your friends are, then reference their names in the area indicated.

How long is the drive to the game?

It is 82 miles from the hotel to the parking area near Tiger Stadium. We are hiring local law enforcement to provide sirens and lights to get our motorcade through the traffic. This is even more important after the game. Our drive, which should be between 90-120 minutes, can take 3-4 hours without the benefit of the police escort.

What’s the difference between the two Marriott Hotels?

The JW Marriott is AAA 4-Diamond, while the New Orleans Marriott is AAA 3-Diamond. The JW has a slight edge in rating with Trip Advisor as well. The JW Marriott is a smaller property. If you want more of a boutique feel, book the JW Marriott. The larger of my two room blocks is at the New Orleans Marriott. If you want to be surrounded by more purple, book the New Orleans Marriott. Both properties are the same rate and are literally located right across Canal Street from each other.

Will there be a shirt?

I am currently designing a Bayou Husky Shirt that will be similar to the Batik Tailgate at Sea shirt from the 2001 season. This shirt, though not included in the package cost, will be available for purchase to all tour participants in the early spring. Estimated cost of the shirt will be in the range of $25-$35.

Updated: Tuesday, February 7, 2012