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 Budget Committee meeting will be held at 9:00 am on Thursday, May 20, 2021 via teleconference in accordance with Governor’s Proclamation JBE 2020-30. Members of the public can participate in the meeting with the below information:
The public is hereby notified the River Parishes Tourist Commission Regular Board meeting will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, May 20, 2021 via teleconference in accordance with Governor’s Proclamation JBE 2020-30. Members of the public can participate in the meeting with the below information:
Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84026769377?pwd=ZDBoZm
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Meeting ID: 840 2676 9377
Password: 946158
River Parishes Tourist Commissioners
Garrett Monti, Chairman – St. Charles Parish
Elizabeth Joseph, Vice-Chairman – St. John the Baptist Parish
Camella Landry, Treasurer/Secretary – St. James Parish
Evin Stein – St. John the Baptist Parish
Paul Aucoin – St. James Parish
Ricardo Smith – St. Charles Parish
Robert Taylor Sr. – St. John the Baptist Parish
Tracy Smith – St. Charles Parish
Staff
Buddy Boe, CLED, CDME – Executive Director
Email: buddy@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985.359.0405
Denise Burrell – Deputy Director of Operations
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
Kiki Mannear – Small Meetings and Events Manager
Email: kiki@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985. 359.2562
Andre Watkins – Digital Content Manager
Email: andre@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985.359.2785
Rena Jackson – Office Assistant
Email: rena@lariverparishes.com / Ph. 985.359.2562
Upcoming Meetings
May 20, 2021 [Budget Committee Certification to Hold] [Certification to Hold]
June 17, 2021
July 15, 2021
August 19, 2021
October 21, 2021
November 18, 2021
December 16, 2021
Meeting Minutes & Agendas
April 2021 – [Certification to Hold]
March 2021 – [Certification to Hold]
February 2021 – [Certification to Hold]
January 2021 – [Certification to Hold]
December 2020 – [Certification to Hold]
Agenda Minutes Video 1 Video 2
October 2020
September 2020
Fight Fraud, Waste & Abuse
Public Records Request
Requests for Public Records should be sent to the Custodian of Record – Buddy Boe, 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.