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New York for Christmas
Posted on 11/13/23 at 9:41 am
Posted on 11/13/23 at 9:41 am
Surprising the wife with a NY trip for a few days right before Christmas. Any recommendations on where to stay? I’d like a nicer hotel.
Any recommendations on where to shop, eat, drink, have coffee and dessert? I’d like one meal, preferably, at a nice, warm and cozy spot — preferably Italian I guess. Obviously, we want to see the Rockefeller tree. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
Any recommendations on where to shop, eat, drink, have coffee and dessert? I’d like one meal, preferably, at a nice, warm and cozy spot — preferably Italian I guess. Obviously, we want to see the Rockefeller tree. Any recommendations would be appreciated.
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Posted on 11/13/23 at 9:59 am to GentleJackJones
I’ve done Christmas there a few times, last year included. When you say a nicer hotel, a price range would be helpful. Because a nicer hotel can be the Park Plaza - but enjoy the $800-1000/night cost.
We stayed in Soho last year at the Soho Grand Hotel and really enjoyed it. So that would be my recommendation.
For a nice Italian spot, look into Rezdora. It’s a 1 Michelin star place where the EC studied in Modena under Massimo Bottura.
We stayed in Soho last year at the Soho Grand Hotel and really enjoyed it. So that would be my recommendation.
For a nice Italian spot, look into Rezdora. It’s a 1 Michelin star place where the EC studied in Modena under Massimo Bottura.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 11:01 am to AbitaFan08
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I’ve done Christmas there a few times, last year included. When you say a nicer hotel, a price range would be helpful. Because a nicer hotel can be the Park Plaza - but enjoy the $800-1000/night cost.
I'm thinking setting the ceiling at $600.00/night.
I'll check out Rezdora. Thanks. And to clarify, what I'm really looking for (and not just limited to restaurants, but also cafes, coffee shops, pubs, bars, etc.) is nice, warm, cozy, intimate spots...think of the movie "Serendipity" or something from a Hallmark Christmas movie as I'm trying to please the wife here, and not haul her to a sports bar.
Good hotel bars would also be nice.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 11:05 am to GentleJackJones
Hotel bar at park plaza is the ultimate when it comes to stereotypical “look at me in I’m New York and it’s Christmas!”
But I think after a certain date (and for good reason) only hotel guests are allowed in the bar.
Edit: just out of curiosity I checked the park plazas rates from 12/23-12/26. Cheapest room is $1,500/night. I was way off.
But I think after a certain date (and for good reason) only hotel guests are allowed in the bar.
Edit: just out of curiosity I checked the park plazas rates from 12/23-12/26. Cheapest room is $1,500/night. I was way off.
This post was edited on 11/13/23 at 11:08 am
Posted on 11/13/23 at 11:16 am to GentleJackJones
I did the Xmas in NYC trip a couple of years back and stayed at the Hilton right on Times Square. It was perfect for quick walks to see the Rockettes, shopping and a bunch of the must-do tourist stuff. Easy to grab a taxi there to go other places as well.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 11:23 am to GentleJackJones
Stay at the Marriott Marquis Times Square, very close to the plays, Rockefeller center, park, and 5th av high end stores.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 11:42 am to GentleJackJones
IMO, it really depends on what you want to do. We took our kid last Thanksgiving and did the Times Square thing, which was great for her. Plays, Rockettes, etc are all right there for that stuff. If it’s just my wife and me, we stay near Union Square…W is nice.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 11:54 am to GentleJackJones
We stayed at Times Square Edition last Christmas and enjoyed it. Next to everything you want to do for Christmas. We left on NYE as we weren’t interested in that.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 1:04 pm to GentleJackJones
We have stayed at the Hilton Midtown and the Sheraton Times Square. Both are great locations. The Rockettes Christmas show is a must see for us.
Posted on 11/13/23 at 1:50 pm to GentleJackJones
I think Christmas time is the best time to be in NYC
Has a magical feel to it and I’m fortunate I got to go several times growing up to see family up that way
We camped out at like 4 in the morning at the today show standing on the rails when it was in the 20’s and we hung a “Merry Christmas from Mississippi “ sign and Katie couric gave me a big hug
Maybe check out the rockettes?
Good times. I always think of fun memories in New York around Christmas time .
Has a magical feel to it and I’m fortunate I got to go several times growing up to see family up that way
We camped out at like 4 in the morning at the today show standing on the rails when it was in the 20’s and we hung a “Merry Christmas from Mississippi “ sign and Katie couric gave me a big hug
Maybe check out the rockettes?
Good times. I always think of fun memories in New York around Christmas time .
Posted on 11/13/23 at 5:17 pm to Lawyered
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We camped out at like 4 in the morning at the today show standing on the rails when it was in the 20’s and we hung a “Merry Christmas from Mississippi “ sign and Katie couric gave me a big hug
I’m sorry, to each their own and I’m so glad you had fun. But I’d sooner put a bullet in my brain than have this on my vacation itinerary.
I feel the same way when I see the NYE crowd in Times Square.
Posted on 11/14/23 at 9:28 am to AbitaFan08
Go see the Radio City Music Christmas show...it was awesome!
We went about a year ago during summer to take our daughter, stayed here The Pearl. Great location, awesome bar next door Lillie's , it is near subway lines and also near the theaters. Easy walking to all areas downtown. Rooms were nice and much larger than most hotels in NYC.
We went about a year ago during summer to take our daughter, stayed here The Pearl. Great location, awesome bar next door Lillie's , it is near subway lines and also near the theaters. Easy walking to all areas downtown. Rooms were nice and much larger than most hotels in NYC.
This post was edited on 11/14/23 at 9:32 am
Posted on 11/14/23 at 11:28 am to GentleJackJones
Wife, kids and I will be there Dec 20-25. Here is our preliminary list of things to do which we will wittle down the week before we go.
Rockefeller Christmas Tree (need to book some attractions early at Rockefeller)
Rockettes (Book Soon)
Holiday Window Displays on 5th Ave
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in neighborhood
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park ice skating (only free if you have your own skates)
Wollman Rink Ice Skating - Central Park
Brooklyn Botanic Garden at night
New York Botanical Garden Glow
Train Show at Grand Central Station
A Musical (maybe Harry Potter)
Pop-up Bars Miracle and Sippin’ Santa
Christmas Markets - Columbus Circle, Union Square and Bryant Park
Hudson Yards Christmas Lights
Macy’s SantaLand
Sant Ambroeus Hot Chocolate
Serendipity Frozen Hot Chocolate
Holiday Skyline at Ophelia
Lotte New York Palace Christmas Display
Rolf’s Restaurant Christmas Display
Nostalgia Train on Sunday
Christmas Carol play at Merchant House
Winter Wonderland at Watermark
Palace Hotel Christmas Display
North Pole Express Christmas light tour
FAO Schwartz Display
Saks lights show
Amaze Light Festival
Pulitzer Fountain on 5th Avenue
McNulty’s Coffee
Piccolo Angelo’s for Italian
Oscar Wilde’s
Lillie’s Victorian Establishment restaurant
Horse drawn carriage ride
NYC Library Tree
NYC Ferry
Stroll the West Village
Rockefeller Christmas Tree (need to book some attractions early at Rockefeller)
Rockettes (Book Soon)
Holiday Window Displays on 5th Ave
Dyker Heights Christmas Lights in neighborhood
Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park ice skating (only free if you have your own skates)
Wollman Rink Ice Skating - Central Park
Brooklyn Botanic Garden at night
New York Botanical Garden Glow
Train Show at Grand Central Station
A Musical (maybe Harry Potter)
Pop-up Bars Miracle and Sippin’ Santa
Christmas Markets - Columbus Circle, Union Square and Bryant Park
Hudson Yards Christmas Lights
Macy’s SantaLand
Sant Ambroeus Hot Chocolate
Serendipity Frozen Hot Chocolate
Holiday Skyline at Ophelia
Lotte New York Palace Christmas Display
Rolf’s Restaurant Christmas Display
Nostalgia Train on Sunday
Christmas Carol play at Merchant House
Winter Wonderland at Watermark
Palace Hotel Christmas Display
North Pole Express Christmas light tour
FAO Schwartz Display
Saks lights show
Amaze Light Festival
Pulitzer Fountain on 5th Avenue
McNulty’s Coffee
Piccolo Angelo’s for Italian
Oscar Wilde’s
Lillie’s Victorian Establishment restaurant
Horse drawn carriage ride
NYC Library Tree
NYC Ferry
Stroll the West Village
Posted on 11/14/23 at 6:09 pm to GentleJackJones
We were there last year for the second week of Dec and it was awesome! Stayed at the Mr. C Seaport which was very nice and probably similar to what you may be looking for. The Seaport area is quaint and nice with lots of restaurants near by and right next to the Brooklyn Bridge.
Headed back for a girls trip the week after Thanksgiving and I can't wait! Staying at the Grayson near Bryant Park which also looks like a great area, but not in the middle of everything like Times Square.
Headed back for a girls trip the week after Thanksgiving and I can't wait! Staying at the Grayson near Bryant Park which also looks like a great area, but not in the middle of everything like Times Square.
Posted on 11/15/23 at 8:54 am to GentleJackJones
My wife and I stayed at the Belvedere Hotel. Not far from Times Square and it was pretty nice.
Posted on 11/21/23 at 6:38 pm to GentleJackJones
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warm, cozy, intimate spots...think of the movie "Serendipity"
Just making sure you do know that there is an actual place called “Serendipity” from the film. It’s in the upper east side.
I’ve been twice. Once with my wife was fine. Romantic experience you’re looking for.
Last year my whole family went and we had reservations but my youngest started feeling bad after the Knicks game and my wife took him home and I went with my 16 year old. Kinda awkward for two dudes but it’s still nice.
I’d go hang out at Bryant Park instead of Rockefeller personally. Way less crowded, easier to skate and more romantic/intimate in my opinion. There’s skating if that’s on the radar.
Do breakfast/brunch at Sarahbeths’s then walk through Central Park.
Posted on 11/29/23 at 11:31 am to LSUengr
Ok been following topic for a few days and pulled trigger today!
Dec 11-14th wife and 11+14 year old daughter. Staying Crowne Plaza TS.
Ice Skating RF, See Tree
Plaza /Central park walk/buggy (kids LOVE home alone 2)
5th Avenue Stores
Time Square
Hopon Hop off
Lower Man one day (9/11, Statue, etc) although Kids may not relate to this area?
Any suggestions for two or 3 family meals near time square/ RF? Maybe a pizza recommendation or toy/candy store, thanks for information
Dec 11-14th wife and 11+14 year old daughter. Staying Crowne Plaza TS.
Ice Skating RF, See Tree
Plaza /Central park walk/buggy (kids LOVE home alone 2)
5th Avenue Stores
Time Square
Hopon Hop off
Lower Man one day (9/11, Statue, etc) although Kids may not relate to this area?
Any suggestions for two or 3 family meals near time square/ RF? Maybe a pizza recommendation or toy/candy store, thanks for information
Posted on 11/29/23 at 12:43 pm to GentleJackJones
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Posted on 11/29/23 at 1:02 pm to LaGaToR
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Plaza /Central park walk/buggy (kids LOVE home alone 2)
There’s a decent chance they won’t let you inside the Plaza. Around Christmas they shut it down to only guests of the hotel. Just fyi.
Posted on 11/29/23 at 1:04 pm to AbitaFan08
Thanks, I think I read that as well. Passing out front should do, I need to find the pigeons in central park though
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