"Decadent Ducks" is actually a new name for a long-standing but previously nameless group. The owner and operator, Troy, has been creating event weekends for Southern Decadence for 10 years. It all started when Troy contacted the Group Sales Department of the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel to obtain a discounted rate for a small group of Decadence visitors. That first year we contracted for 10 rooms. In 2007, we had 120 rooms, with over 225 guys. The group rates continue to be significantly lower than regular room rates, and the Omni has proven to be a welcoming and encouraging host for us.

The purpose of the Decadent Ducks is to create a social network for people who attend Southern Decadence in New Orleans. Our group receives discounted hotel rooms, and every year we have a Welcome Party at the Omni's pool so that guests can meet each other and socialize. Over the years, this has become a very popular event, and now even attracts revelers outside our core group. This has always been a great way to meet people one-on-one, so that when you see them on the street with 100,000 other people, you feel like you can walk up to someone and talk to them.

It is important to note that for the past 10 years our group has never charged an admission fee, membership fee nor received any compensation from the hotel for what we do. In 2008 we formed a travel agency, and we are now paid standard travel agent commissions on the rooms that we book. 

We do have private donors who donate supplies, web-hosting, advertising and the like to increase our exposure. We also have event sponsors who provide us with banner exchange advertising and products for our gift bags, which are then distributed to every guest staying with us. Our sponsors and donors are a very important aspect of what we do. Without our donors and sponsors, we would not be able to produce the event that our members have come to expect and enjoy.

The most important aspect of what we are building here is a social group that welcomes everyone. We are not an exclusive group, nor do we cater to any particular sub-section of the gay community. We welcome all of our gay brothers (and sisters!), of all sizes, shapes, backgrounds and interests. We are simply a group of people who like to have a good time. A look at our Meet & Greet page will give you a good idea of the diversity of our membership. New Orleans is well known for its tolerance, acceptance and hospitality, and likewise, we are proud of the open and friendly community we have created through this group. The positive feedback we receive on the diverse and welcoming atmosphere of our membership is greatly appreciated.

About Southern Decadence
Southern Decadence is an annual event in New Orleans over Labor Day Weekend. Click the link to see what Southern Decadence is all about.

Most people go to New Orleans for the prime party days of Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Labor Day weekend. In 2007, August 31, September 1 and 2, and depart on Monday. However the more experienced members of our group go down a day early, or stay a day later to either see the ramp-up to the weekend, or to relax when it's all over. The major day is Sunday, when there is a parade down Bourbon Street with all kinds of outrageous costumes and hilarious antics!

If you have any questions, please visit the "Contact Troy" page, and drop me an email. I'll answer all questions about the event, the hotel or how our group works. Hopefully this website will answer most of your questions, but if not, feel free to contact me. We're looking forward to having you join the fun!

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