Peckenpaugh's staff organizes a group trip to New Orleans proper, and while they could certainly portkey their way there, they decide to take the boat, instead. It proves to be the right choice, the ship is lovely and the weather is beautiful. A quick magical jaunt across Lake Pontchartrain will deliver students right into the arms of New Orleans proper. There's enough time to grab a snack or a mocktail and watch the water whisk by at the little cafe tables scattered around the deck.