Podcast Number 236

Leslie Straughan from the New Orleans Convention and Visitor’s Bureau joins Barry and Lorene to talk about New Orleans and travel agents.  If you are booking a cruises embarking from New Orleans you will want to contact the New Orleans Convention and Visitor’s Bureau.  The Convention and Visitor’s Bureau offers pre and post cruise tours of New Orleans that pay commissions to travel agents.  Plus you will receive coupons and discounts from the New Orleans Convention and Visitor’s Bureau that add value to your services for your clients.  Listen in to learn more about New Orleans and fam trips for travel agents.

You can contact Leslie at 800-748-8695 Extension 5018, or visit www.neworleanscvb.com.

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