Taking Uber from Hotel to Port in New Orleans.

[ErickW]

Hello all, I just booked a spring break cruise on the Glory out of New Orleans for my family of five.  We've reserved a room at the Holiday Inn at the convention center for the night before, along with parking for the week while we are gone.  My question comes in regards to getting to port.  When I called and reserved, the receptionist suggested we call an Uber or Lyft to get there.  Has anyone had experience in doing this?  How soon should I call ahead of time to get the vehicle coming? The port is only 1.5 miles away, and I don't want to get turned away too early etc..... Any advice or experiences you have or have had would be greatly appreciated!

[jgmpuma]

There are always Ubers and Lyfts around the area, and cabs too. The price will be about the same, but with five people and luggage you may need an Uber Black (an SUV). Lots of the cabs are SUV's. It shouldn't take more than a few minutes to get either.

[ErickW]

Thank You.