FAQs

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What is a second line?

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Second line is a tradition in brass band parades in New Orleans. The "main line" or "first line" is the main section of the parade, as well as the brass band. Those who follow the band just to enjoy the music are called the "second line". The second line's style of traditional dance, in which participants walk with a white handkerchief in the air, is called "second lining". It has been called the quintessential New Orleans art form.

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What does Laissez les bons temps rouler mean?

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The phrase "let the good times roll" is most frequently heard during Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans, as it is a Cajun expression. Cajun French, or Louisiana regional French, is derived from the language of French settlers who colonized the Mississippi Delta area and intermarried with Cajun settlers.

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What is cell phone reception like?

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For those that aren’t familiar, Volcano is in the foothills of Amador County, where several canyons converge. Unfortunately cell phone reception is limited, so please be prepared. If you are lucky, you may be able to get one or two bars on your phone, but is spotty at best and at most times not available.

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Is there transportation to and from the hotels to the ceremony?

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Amador County is rustic and has limited transportation options. Be prepared that Lyft and Uber are not available. Thus, please be prepared to have a designated driver, or arrange taxi service ahead of time.

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Is there parking for the ceremony or reception?

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Volcano is a small little village, however, there is ample parking around town.

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I have a food allergy, can I make a special request?

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Please let us know when you RSVP if you have a specific food allergy so we can inform our caterer. We have set a menu where vegetarians and meat eaters will both be pleased.

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Is there a dress code?

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We are not formal people, so feel free to leave the black ties and ball gowns at home. The ceremony will be on grass, so you may want to leave the stilettos at home or in the car to change into after the second line parade. But ladies, please bring your boas to don during the second line parade :)

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Do you have any hotel recommendations?

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Amador county does have limited accommodations, however, we have saved a block of rooms at the Days Inn in Sutter Creek. Please see the Travel page for more information.