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TripShock.com, the leading online activity and tour booking service in the U.S. Gulf Coast region, has ranked 173rd on the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest ­growing private companies nationwide. The annual list represents a large portion of America's top privately owned businesses, and has contributed to the early success of household names including Yelp, Pandora, Newegg, and SNAP Fitness.

Mardi Gras takes place in New Orleans, LA, one of the most historically rich cities in the United States. Brimming with eclectic food, architecture, and natural landscapes, New Orleans offers much more than its annual Mardi Gras parades and festivities. Tripshock.com offers dozens of unique New Orleans excursions, dining experiences, and historical visits in popular destinations across the United States. Using such factors as proximity, affordability, exposure to culture, family friendliness, and user reviews, Tripshock.com has compiled a list of the top 10 best New Orleans tours for Mardi Gras attendees looking to experience the full extent of what the city has to offer!