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Bucket List for U.K. Visitor
July 16, 2013 | News Flash“A bucket list trip.” Reviewed July 10, 2013 Absolutely loved every aspect of the riverboat trip. Not expensive, had top desk front seats and great weather. There were air conditioned bars and restaurants on board - we didn't try them, but they looked good. Free to explore the boat and visit the engine room - brilliant !. A really good way to pass a few hours and the commentary from… Read More »
Brunch Beverage Package a Hit!
July 3, 2013 | News FlashThe NATCHEZ cruised down the Mississippi River during its Sunday Jazz Brunch Launch just one week ago, June 30th. Guests enjoyed the music of the Steamboat Stompers, seated with friends and family in the Main Dining Room, and sipped on refreshing southern style drinks. In addition to the buffet, many guests (ages 21 and older) added bottomless Mimosas, Natchez Jazz Punch and Steamin’ Bloody Marys to their cruise ticket. With advance… Read More »
Introducing Sunday Jazz Brunch
June 21, 2013 | News FlashSteamboat Natchez [caption id="attachment_17842" align="aligncenter" width="300"] A perfect Sunday for couples and families[/caption] New Orleans, LA (June 14, 2013) – The search for an authentic jazz brunch is over – the Steamboat Natchez is pleased to introduce a mouth-watering brunch menu to its Sunday cruises. The Sunday Jazz Cruise famous for its scenic tour of the Mississippi River and live traditional jazz by internationally renowned Duke Heitger’s Steamboat Stompers… Read More »
Never met a stranger
June 17, 2013 | News FlashGina, the Day Host on the Natchez Tuesday - Sunday, never met a stranger. She always says she welcomes passengers on board, but says goodbye to friends. Here is just one of many comments: "We had an amazing time on the Steamboat Natchez! Gina was an outstanding hostess!! She is an asset to your boat! Her personable approach and vibe are captivating. She is wonderful! You should give a raise… Read More »
Chef Joey & JJ on Fox 8
June 6, 2013 | News FlashChef Joey LaBella and his 6 year old son, JJ, were featured on FOX 8 TV on Wednesday to promote Family Fun Day on the Steamboat NATCHEZ. Chef LaBella is the Executive Chef on board the boat, and developed the menu for this family event taking place on Saturday, June 8th at 2:30pm. Chef and his son JJ often cook together and the Tomato Basil Salad that will highlight… Read More »
Golden Era of Steamboats
June 3, 2013 | News FlashNotice that the lower deck of the Steamboat NATCHEZ is twice as high as the other decks. The lower deck was the main cargo hold, constructed to carry cotton, sugar, corn and rice to the port of New Orleans. During the Golden Era of steamboats, over 75% of the world’s cotton would move through the port, making the Crescent City rich. Today the NATCHEZ is the last of authentic steamboat… Read More »
Wedding Accolades From Kristin
May 21, 2013 | News FlashSome excerpts from a letter from Kristin: I am writing to the staff of the Steamboat Natchez to thank them all for making my wedding a dream come true! I was looking to get married in New Orleans and we did not have a very large budget to work with. I began thinking about getting married at a small chapel, because that was all we could afford. We would be… Read More »
Hats off to Gina!
May 14, 2013 | News FlashGina & Roy - Steamboat Hosts Extraordinaire! We recently were in New Orleans and took the 11:30 am cruise. We felt the whole experience was delightful and through the narration we learned things about the port of New Orleans. Gina was exceptionally nice and we all admit you have a real treasure in her. Please share our photo that she took of us with her and thank her for… Read More »
Dukes of Dixieland news
May 6, 2013 | News Flash[caption id="attachment_16912" align="aligncenter" width="220" caption="Dukes - the tops in music and style"][/caption] May 6, 2013 Michael Stokes, Music Director of WDFU-FM & DAR.FM Internet Radio in New Jersey across from lower Manhattan, has just ADDED "Celebrating Satchmo" to his playlist, and said this about the "DUKES of Dixieland": "I cannot say enough about this group. Throughout the decades they have always found ways to keep it interesting, alongside the most… Read More »
Dukes of Dixieland
March 21, 2013 | News Flash[caption id="attachment_16672" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="Dukes of Dixieland on the Texas Deck"][/caption] The Grammy nominated Dukes of Dixieland perform nightly on the Steamboat Natchez. The steamboat company is proud to have this outstanding and legendary musical group as the house band. To watch them in action in a recently filmed PBS special click here Read More »
