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2017 ANNUAL DIRECTORY
CENTRAL REGION
Lafayette, LA 70505
karen@lafayettetravel.com
(337)232-3737
lafayettetravel.com
Lafayette is at the heart of Louisiana s Ca- in the group block (water + cookie/pret-
jun & Creole Country, an area known as
the Happiest City in America. The region
s history dates back to the 18th century,
when Canada s Acadians were expelled
in the late 1700s and settled in Louisiana.
More than two centuries later tourists vis-
it for a rare taste of the genuine Acadian
experience. Lafayette has a distinct cu-
linary identity as the epicenter of Cajun
cuisine that s earned them the title Best
Food City in the USA. Lafayette s culinary
scene is steeped in tradition and contin-
ues to evolve with a new generation of
chefs making it an incredible place to eat.
Whether your passion is for their rich cul-
tural history, the bustling culinary scene
or distinctive blend of Cajun and Zydeco
music, you can be sure you will leave with
a smile on your face. Plan your escape
to the Happiest City in America at Lafay-
etteTravel.com/Explore.
NEW ORLEANS AREA
Visit Jefferson Parish CVB
Leslie Cunningham
1221 Elmwood Park Blvd, Suite 411
New Orleans, LA 70123
leslie@experiencejefferson.com
(504)731-7083
experiencejefferson.com
LaQuinta Inn & Suites New
Orleans Downtown
Melody Thomas
301 Camp Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
lq0983dos1@laquinta.com
504-598-9977 x3
www.laquintaneworleansdowntown.com
Maximum room block on peak: 50
Thank you for considering the LaQuinta
Inn & Suites New Orleans Downtown for
your military reunion. We LOVE hosting
military groups and throw in lots of extras
to make sure your guests feel as important
as they should! We offer all military groups com
of 10 or more rooms the following: Com-
plimentary Manager s Welcome Reception
on the day of group s arrival (beer, wine,
CONTINUED
soda, coffee & assorted snacks. Compli-
mentary Hospitality Suite for the duration
of the event + 1 complimentary case of
bottled water in the suite. Welcome gift
upon check-in for all registered guests
zels.) Automatic Gold Status in LaQuinta
Returns Military Rewards. Complimentary
king suite upgrade for the group planner.
Complimentary hot continental breakfast
buffet and wi-fi.
MISSOURI
BRANSON
Past event host
Branson Lakes Area Convention
& Visitors Bureau
Julie Peters CTIS
269 State Highway 248
Branson, MO 65616
jpeters@bransoncvb.com
417-334-4084
www.explorebranson.com/groups/
reunions
Branson Honors Veterans Every Day! This
sincere community-wide ideal is the driv-
ing force behind Branson’s long-standing
reputation as the top destination for mil-
itary reunions 365 days a year. Our live
entertainment venues pay tribute to vet-
erans and active-duty audience members
with special recognition, while attraction
venues also create meaningful memorial
services for military reunions. Veterans es- into the 1800 s with cobblestone streets,
pecially enjoy our military museum which
offers a journey through history. Annually,
always November 5-11, Branson presents
tribute shows, holds special events includ-
ing Era Reunions, Grand Galas, and more,
all dedicated to honoring armed forces
service members past and present. The
Branson/Lakes Area Convention & Visi-
tors Bureau is experienced at working with
group travel and meeting planners, and
has a wealth of information to assist group
travel professionals and volunteer plan-
ners to familiarize themselves with Bran-
son. Call 417-243-2117 to speak with a
Convention & Visitors Bureau Group Sales
professional or email jpeters@bransoncvb.
Flash Photo Group Photography
David Cain
3620 76 Country Blvd
Branson, MO 65616
dave@flashphotobranson.com
(417)334-0073
flashphotobranson.com
While your reunion is in Branson, we will
take group photos of the Veterans, group
photo of Everyone at the event and then a
group photo of the Ladies and take orders
immediately and deliver all the pictures
in Flag folders back to your Hotel before
your group leaves Branson. Call to setup
an appointment time.
Ozarks Kirkwood Tour & Travel
(Branson)
Sarah Green-Hord
PO Box 1166
Branson, MO 65616
sarah@ozarkskirkwood.com
(417)335-4668
ozarkskirkwood.com
ST CHARLES
Greater St Charles CVB
Karen Fraser
230 S Main St
St Charles, MO 63301
kfraser@historicstcharles.com
(800)366-2427
historicstcharles.com
ST. CHARLES, MISSOURI Easy to Find
Hard to Leave! Centrally located along the
banks of the Missouri River in the heart of
the Midwest. We are 10 minutes from the
St. Louis International Airport. Step back
walk in the footsteps of Lewis & Clark.
Dine in the ambiance of history in over 25
restaurants and browse our 150 unique
shops. Tour the First State Capital, Lewis
& Clark Museum, Veterans Memorial Walk,
Commemorative Air Force Museum, Fast
Lane Classic Cars, Bass Pro Shops, and the
Daniel Boone Home & Village. Experience
Missouri Wine Country and the Ameristar
Casino Resort and Spa. Explore the new
Streets of Saint Charles of restaurants,
movie theater and shopping. Overnight in
our Reunion Friendly full service Embassy
Suites, Best Western Plus or Country Inn
and Suites located in our Historic District &
more. Contact the St. Charles Convention
& Visitors Bureau
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