New Orleans: Pair a crazy summer festival with Marriott's $99-a-night package | Los Angeles Times

The lobby of the New Orleans Marriott. (New Orleans Marriott)

Mardi Gras and Jazz Fest aren't the only reasons to visit New Orleans. The Running of the Bulls in July, when roller derby "bulls" skate through the French Quarter and "gore" each other, can be just as much crazy fun. But you have to be able to handle the sticky summer heat. For those who can, the New Orleans Marriott has a room rate that starts at $99 a night and throws in dining discounts.

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