Are you planning a trip to New Orleans for the 2010 Mardi Gras festivities? If so, you may be interested in scoring a front row seat to all the parties and festivities. Mardi Gras balconies allow spectators to partake in the street parties that last into the night. Bourbon Street is a prime spot if you want to be a part of everything, and renting a Bourbon Street balcony will offer you the chance to interact with people on the streets, while not being swept away in the crowd. Balconies are also a great place to give away Mardi Gras beads!

Renting a Bourbon Street Balcony during Mardi Gras is considered prime real estate, so be prepared to book ahead of time, and spend a lot of money. Depending on the size of the balcony, and how long you want to rent it, balconies can cost up to $5,000 for only 4 hours. http://www.bourbonstreetbalcony.com/mardigras.html However, if you are willing to take a chance on being without a balcony, you can always wait for last minute deals. Sometimes there are balconies still available on Bourbon Street just days before Fat Tuesday, in which case you are likely to pay a lot less. If you want to learn more about balcony rentals, this page will provide you with all the information and links on Bourbon Street balcony rentals.

Bourbon Street is located in the French Quarter. Parades begin on January 30, 2010, and last through February 16, and parties accompany many of these. Balcony rental rates vary according to the popularity of the date you are booking, as does availability. Select balconies can seat up 50 people, and exclusive rentals, though more expensive, include open bar, finger foods, etc.http://www.bourbonstreetbalcony.com/mardigras.html Balconies can be booked online through a variety of websites, including Bourbon Street Balcony and Rue Bourbon Balconies. You can also check for deals through websites like Craigslist.