River Parishes Tourist Commission
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Who Are We
The River Parishes Tourist Commission is the official destination marketing organization for Louisiana’s River Parishes and is the driving force behind tourism to the area. A political subdivision of the State of Louisiana organization representing St. Charles, St. James and St. John the Baptist Parishes, the commission offers assistance to visitors, advocacy to its stakeholders, and helps stimulate the region’s economic growth by promoting Louisiana’s River Parishes as a premier travel destination. Feel free to contact us for more information about travel to Louisiana or if you need any assistance. We’re looking forward to seeing you!
Public Notice
The public is hereby notified the River Parishes Tourist Commission Regular Board meeting will be held at 5:00 pm on Thursday, September 21, 2023, has been rescheduled to Thursday, September 28, 2023, in the Port of South Louisiana Board Room at 1720 LA Highway 44, Reserve, LA 70084.
River Parishes Tourist Commissioners
Elizabeth Joseph, Chairwoman – St. John the Baptist Parish
Terrence Jones, Vice-Chairman –St. James Parish
Camella Landry, Treasurer/Secretary – St. James Parish
Ricardo Smith – St. Charles Parish
Robert Taylor Sr. – St. John the Baptist Parish
Tracy Smith – St. Charles Parish
Kevin Patel – St. John the Baptist Parish
Noble Benoit – St. Charles Parish
Steven Bourgeois – St. James Parish
Staff
Denise Burrell – Executive Director
Email: denise@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985.359.0372
Willma Harvey, CTP, CTIS, CDME, CGMP – Director of Sales and Business Development
Email: willma@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985.359.2783
Andre Watkins – Senior Marketing Manager
Email: andre@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985.359.2785
Upcoming Meetings
September 28, 2023
October 19, 2023
November 16, 2023
December 14, 2023
Meeting Minutes & Agendas
August 24, 2023
July 20,2023
June 22, 2023
Agenda – Special Committee meeting Minutes Video
Agenda – Special Meeting Minutes
June 15, 2023 – Not Held
May 18, 2023
Fight Fraud, Waste & Abuse
Public Records Request
Requests for Public Records should be sent to the Custodian of Record – PublicRecords@lariverparishes.com, FAX 985-359-2595, 671 Belle Terre Blvd, LaPlace LA 70068
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Discover Exciting Ways to Explore
Make planning your next vacation to Louisiana's River Parishes easy. Use one of our trip itineraries to get started.
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New Orleans PLANTATIONS Country
Explore the 10 historic estates in the River Parishes of Louisiana and discover the stories rooted in their past.
New Orleans SWAMP Country
Create memories learning the folklore of our swamps and viewing gators in their natural habitat.
ANDOUILLE Trail
Andouille was created here, so get out and try the local smokehouses that each have their own version of the "best".
OUTDOOR RECREATION
The region out here is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and find adventure.
Lac Des Allmands
Famous for catfish, Lac Des Allemands is a haven for outdoor sportsmen.
PERIQUE
Enjoyed around the world, Perique can only be grown and processed out here.
CAJUN & CREOLE CUISINE
Cajun and Creole cuisine are as necessary to our culture as the people who make it.
TRANSPORTATION
Tour buses, shuttles and local airports are all transportation options for the River Parishes.
STAY OUT HERE
Louisiana's River Parishes offers a wide range of lodging options from rustic and quaint to upscale and luxurious.