News Flash
United Way Gumbo Cookoff
February 21, 2017 | News FlashExecutive Chef Scott Nesbitt and Sous Chef Byron Fennidy recently competed in the United Way's Gumbo Cook-off this month. They submitted one Gumbo in the Traditional Category and one in the Exotic Gumbo Category. They did a terrific job for the Steamboat's first entry and we can't wait to turn out and cheer them on next year. Both Chef's prepare Gumbo on board the Steamboat NATCHEZ as one of… Read More »
Bucket Life Videos showcase Gray Line New Orleans
February 1, 2017 | News FlashGray Line World Wide has recognized Gray Line New Orleans alongside Iceland, Barcelona, Rome and Amsterdam as places that belong in your Bucket Life! A great video that touches highlights of the city's great Gray Line adventures, is currently viewed world wide at: https://www.grayline.com/the-bucket-life/new-orleans When you finish the video, and book your visit to New Orleans, take time to plan your next trip by viewing more of the Bucket… Read More »
Do you know Cupid ?
January 30, 2017 | News FlashOn the Steamboat NATCHEZ we celebrate Valentine's Day on our Dinner Jazz Cruise. A delicious buffet, under the stars, cruising the river - what a way to celebrate! Be sure and make your reservations today! Here are some facts and fancies about the well-known Valentine Icon - Cupid. In classical mythology Cupid is the god of love, attraction and affection. He is often portrayed as the son of the love goddess Venus and the war… Read More »
Gray Line NEW Transportation Services
January 18, 2017 | News FlashGray Line is a sister company to the Steamboat Natchez so we are proud to announce their expansion into Transportation Services. Read More »
Time to plan for Valentine’s Day
January 12, 2017 | News FlashIt's never too early to plan a special night with your special some-one! Tuesday February 14th is just around the corner. Make a reservation on the Steamboat Natchez for a night on the River. Valentine’s Day, February 14, 2017 Potage de Tortue Snapping turtle soup with sherry and chopped egg Marinated Mushroom and Field Green Salad Sesame marinated crimini mushrooms, field greens, fresh herbs and scallions with sesame soy… Read More »
9th Annual Joan of Arc Parade
January 6, 2017 | News FlashJANUARY 7th, 2017 AT 7:00 P.M. (moved from traditional January 6th due to weather) The Joan of Arc Parade continues its tradition of medieval revelry and reverence, local artistry and walking historical theater in honor of Joan of Arc’s 605th birthday January 6, 2017. Joan of Arc’s birthday coincides with Twelfth Night, making this French Quarter procession a unique New Orleans celebration of Mardi Gras mixed with homegrown medieval… Read More »
Steamboat Natchez and her 2017 updates
January 4, 2017 | News FlashThe Steamboat NATCHEZ will be getting her new paint and various other upgrades during January 2017. Please be sure to call for reservations and updates. 504-569-1401 Read More »
Steamboat NATCHEZ and the History of Mississippi River Steamboats
December 28, 2016 | News FlashPhotography and Text by Kerri McCaffety with Captain Clarke C. Hawley The only true steam-powered on the Mississippi today, the Natchez is a memorial to the voluptuous curves and ornamentation of an earlier day, for the straight lines and flat planes of contemporary cheap construction were shunned. She has the full Mississippi packet bow treatment with twin stages and a lofty jackstaff. She is an honest sixteen miles-per-hour boat. She… Read More »
Steamboat Stomp 2017 News
December 27, 2016 | News FlashFrom the Musical Director of Steamboat Stomp New Orleans Dear jazz enthusiasts, We have had number of inquiries concerning Steamboat Stomp 2017. Regretfully, we have decided to suspend the event for at least a year. After 4 years, Steamboat Stomp did not grow large enough to be self-sustaining. As a result, it was necessary to incorporate the event into our normal operations on the Steamboat Natchez. This proved to… Read More »
A Steamboat Time Warp Story
December 14, 2016 | News FlashS.S. WARRIMOO - FASCINATING The passenger steamer SS Warrimoo was quietly knifing its way through the waters of the Mid-Pacific on its way from Vancouver to Australia. The navigator had just finished working out a star fix & brought the master, Captain John Phillips, the result. The Warrimoo's position was LAT 0º 31' N and LON 179 30' W. The date was 31 December 1899. "Know what this means?"… Read More »
