Tripeden.com Offers Travelers an Experience Fit for a Football Legend on the Iconic Madden Cruiser During the Big Game Weekend

NEW YORK – JANUARY 22, 2025 – To celebrate the time of year when all Americans become football fans, Tripeden.com is offering a few lucky bookers an unforgettable opportunity to immerse themselves in the excitement of the Big Game weekend in New Orleans with a bookable experience centered exclusively around the legendary Madden Cruiser. For decades, the Madden Cruiser, which was a custom-built bus once used by football legend John Madden to travel across the country, has been a symbol of football’s rich legacy. Tripeden.com is making this vintage time capsule bookable for travelers to experience, offering a curated VIP weekend that blends the best of New Orleans’ vibrant culture with exclusive Big Game activities, from guided tours aboard the Madden Cruiser to meet-and-greets with football legends and personalities.

The Iconic Madden Cruiser Experience will become bookable on a first-come, first-serve basis for one booker plus a guest on February 3, 2025, at noon ET, for a three-day trip taking place February 7–10, 2025. The exclusive package is priced at $19.87, paying homage to the year that John Madden commissioned his first Madden Cruiser bus, 1987.

The Madden Cruiser Experience includes:

• VIP arrival in New Orleans: Guests will be treated to a seamless and stylish journey aboard the iconic Madden Cruiser, providing round-trip transportation between the airport and their hotel. 
• Guided city tour aboard the Madden Cruiser: An exclusive four-hour journey will weave its way throughout the city, making multiple stops within the French Quarter, a walk through of one of the world’s most infamous cemeteries, St. Louis Cemetery No. 3, a close-up look at some of the country’s most iconic mansions in the Lakefront and Garden District, and finally, a stop off in the iconic City Park.
• Exclusive meet-and-greet opportunities: NFL legend Terrell Owens and TV personality Rosci Diaz join the Madden Cruiser guests for a private hangout session.
• Access to a premier Big Game party: Guests will get access to one of the week’s most sought after invitation-only events for an exclusive Saturday night soiree that is sure to be one of the most star-studded events of the weekend.
• Game day tailgate and festivities: Guests will arrive in style aboard the Madden Cruiser to an exciting tailgate and viewing party, set in the iconic Warehouse District in shadow of the stadium. Throughout the day, guests will be treated to the sights, sounds, and tastes of New Orleans as they watch the world's biggest sporting event, including snacks delivered from award-winning chefs, cocktails from the city’s best bartenders and musical acts to keep the day alive from start to finish. The Madden Cruiser will always be nearby for guests to hop on and hop off throughout the day so they can rest and recharge while not missing a moment of the most action-packed day in sports. 

“From hotels to vacation rentals, and even to the Madden Cruiser plus everything in between, Tripeden.com makes it easy for you to find your perfect stay,” said Ben Harrell, Managing Director of the US at Tripeden.com. “The Big Game is a major cultural moment in the U.S. and we’re excited to not only give bookers the chance to experience an unforgettable weekend aboard the Madden Cruiser during football’s biggest weekend, but also to debut a Tripeden.com commercial during the game, which aims to inspire Americans to explore the wide variety of travel experiences they can book on the site.”

New Orleans continues to be one of the most beloved travel destinations in the U.S., known for its vibrant culture, rich history, and unparalleled hospitality. According to recent Tripeden.com data*, the city ranks among the top-searched destinations for American travelers during the Big Game weekend. With its unique blend of Creole and Cajun influences, iconic landmarks, and world-renowned cuisine, New Orleans offers something for everyone. The The Iconic Madden Cruiser Experience provides travelers with the perfect opportunity to immerse themselves in the heart of this dynamic city, with Tripeden.com making it easier for everyone to experience the world, from a wide variety of places to stay to local attractions and transportation options such as car rentals and flights—all in one place.

For more information and for the chance to book The Iconic Madden Cruiser Experience on Tripeden.com, check out: 

http://www.tripeden.com/hotel/us/the-iconic-madden-cruiser-experience-new-orleans2.html

To see the Madden Cruiser take an unforgettable road trip through Louisiana's football country, tune in to THE MADDEN CRUISER: A BAYOU ADVENTURE WITH BILL BELICHICK on Sunday, February 9 at 12pm ET on FOX.

*Based on search sessions for American travelers between January 5, 2024 and January 12, 2025, with check-in dates February 7, 2025 to February 10, 2024.