When most people think of Mardi Gras a visual of Bourbon Street, alcohol, and beads comes to mind. Mardi Gras however is a festival steeped in Catholic tradition, a celebration that lasts for a month and ends with the beginning of lent. Provided you do your research there are numerous activities tailored especially for kids.
The Mardi Gras parades are an attraction for everyone. Exquisite floats, marching bands, beads, costumes and more keep the children entertained and involve them in the atmosphere of Mardi Gras. The major parades can be watched Downtown and in the Garden District. A little worried about your children's safety in the crowd. Click here for an article on tips for children during Mardi Gras.
In addition to the ever present parades there is a myriad of other activities that can be enjoyed for under $5. Children can enjoy the experience of dressing up in costumes and attending a ball, making their own masks, face painting, king cake decorating, local music, and more; all activities that will add fun and excitement to your family outing.
From Parades, Carnivals with Workshops, a Queen and King Cake Ball, Mid-City Mardi Gras Family Fest, the Lundi Gras Party, and the Zulu Children's Village there are plenty children's activities in New Orleans, that can be enjoyed throughout Mari Gras within anyone's budget. Click here for more information on these activities. So bring your children out to the festivities andmake it a tradition all while spending very little money. The important to budget travel is to prepare onward. When it comes to family trips, globetrotting, well-deserved holidays and/or going to see new destinations we have never been before, the truth of cost and budgeting is always in the back of our mind. Planning and consuming our travel budget correctly is a main concern for most families. Lowering spending and prices, while still savoring your vacation to its fullest, is the key to certain success and fiscal responsibility. Your pocketbook and family will thank you! The thought regarding saving money while journeying is simple: Even if your personal finances is really limited, you can still take a break and enjoy life! Simply put, life is just too short to never step out of the door or departing the homestead! Also remembering that while traveling, regardless of whether on a price range or not, even the smallest of things can all add op to a big vacation or travel bill!.
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