New Orleans swingers convention returns with new rules

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Naughty N'awlins is scheduled for Aug. 4-8 and organizer Bob Hannaford said he is reviewing safety protocols for holding a swingers gathering in a city and state experiencing another massive wave of coronavirus infections.

"Up until two weeks ago, we had no issues and no concerns," Hannaford said when reached by phone Monday.

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Naughty N'awlins was planning to host a "sexual freedom" parade on Bourbon Street, he said, but that's now canceled for the second consecutive year.

The convention will have additional safety protocols compared with pre-pandemic years. Attendees either need to provide proof of vaccination or provide a negative COVID test within 72 hours of the event, he said.

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The main events this year are being held at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel and rooms are sold out as of Monday, according to the booking website. Organizers plan to have a naughty piano bar, erotic balls and a tantra learning center at the hotel.

Couples tickets start at $700 for the convention and do not include the hotel room, food or drinks.

The convention, according to its website, also will have "Bourbon Street parties" at 12 different bars.

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