Flight
The New Orleans Airport is about 35 minutes from Ponchatoula. Most major airlines have flights into New Orleans and since it is a relatively small airport, wait times and delays aren't usually an issue. There are car rental options right from the airport with Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, and more.
Flight
The Baton Rouge Airport is about 55 minutes from Ponchatoula. Baton Rouge Airport is a relatively small airport, wait times and delays aren't usually an issue. If you're want to fly with United Airlines or through a major hub like Atlanta or Dallas, BTR is a great option. There are car rental options right from the airport with Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National.
House Or Rental
New Orleans has no shortage of great places to stay from quaint Airbnb's and boutique and commercial hotels. There are Hilton Hotels near the quarter and innumerable Airbnb's in Uptown or Marigny. For a very New Orleans experience, we recommend: The Andrew Jackson Hotel on Royal Street Hotel Monteleone on Royal Street Saint Vincent Motel on Magazine Street Alder Hotel on Magnolia Street Hotel Peter and Paul on Burgundy Street New Orleans is a beautiful, lively city with rich history. There are museums, the streetcar along Canal Street and St. Charles, and endless restaurants and bars to enjoy. Please be sure to stay safe by avoiding side streets at night around the French Quarter and always travel in a group if possible.
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Ponchatoula and Hammond are neighboring towns on the Northshore of Lake Pontchartrain. There are a few Airbnb options and hotels in the area for a convenient stay near the wedding venue. We recommend: The Historic Michabelle Inn on Holly Street Holiday Inn by IHG on SW Railroad Ave Hampton Inn on Westin Oaks Drive Hammond and Ponchatoula have great restaurants like: Our Mom's, Cafe Street Seafood, Off the Hook, and Commodore's Pizza. Hammond has a beautiful downtown and many close by state parks.
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Baton Rouge has plenty of great hotels and places to stay. It is typically more affordable than New Orleans with just as many great hotels and restaurants. There are plenty of Airbnb's as well! We recommend: The Watermark on 3rd Street The Hilton on Lafayette Street Crowne Plaza by IHG on Constitution Ave Baton Rouge is a beautiful, lively city with rich history. There are museums, parks, and endless restaurants and bars to enjoy. Please be sure to stay safe by avoiding side streets at night around downtown and always travel in a group if possible.