This has been the year of checking things off our wish list. One of those things? Going to the Macy’s Day Parade and spending the Holidays in New York City. And I must say, we came, we saw, and we conquered. We also got to experience SO much of the holiday spirit of New York and it was a magical trip!
Holidays in New York with Your Family
I must say, I have been to New York a LOT. One of my biggest recommendations is to find a great hotel to stay in. You may only be there for breakfast and to sleep, but those hours are precious when you’re rejuvenating from a full day in the city. We had the pleasure of staying at the Gansevoort Park Avenue and it made ALL the difference.
The Gansevoort name has come to reflect a high end resort feel. The hotel provides everything a guest could need, should they not want to venture outside of the property. The hotel on Park Avenue had a spa, gym, FlyWheel, and a fantastic Italian restaurant all within or next to the building. Not to mention the rooftop pool, beautiful bar and balcony area, and spacious suites that feel both upscale yet comfortable. They’re also kid, baby and dog friendly! Just let the front desk know you have any or all of the above and they will set up your room for you. I HIGHLY recommend staying at the Meatpacking Gansevoort as well! It also has all the amenities listed above, as well as a Glam + Go beauty bar. You have to check out their gallery here.
Here’s my list of Must Dos for the Holidays in New York City:
- Rolf’s German Restaurant– ALL decked out for the holidays. If you don’t want to eat German food, just go to the bar for a drink!
- All of 5th Avenue at night to check out the lights! Cartier, Lord & Taylor and ESPECIALLY the light show at Saks is a must-see!
- Rockefeller Center of course
- Carmine’s in Times Square– such delicious Italian food and Christmas decor.
- Ritz-Carlton Central Park for drinks and holiday fun! They’ll have goodie bags for the kiddos as well.
- Bryant Park Winter Village
- Brookfield Place Winter Garden
- Time Warner Center Holiday Display
- Union Square Holiday Market
I promise you, no city does the holidays better! Enjoy and soak up the Holidays in New York City with your family.
Very interesting post. New york is a great place to visit and the places you have mentioned are worth going. Specifically the Carmine’s in times square. I will definitely go to these places whenever i get a chance to visit New York. As, I am a travel freak, so it will guide me during my travel.
I’ve been to New York one time at Christmas and it was just beautiful. Rockefeller Center I could not get enough of. They are very creative out there and I love how individual New Yorkers are.
I agree! No City does the holidays better! I’m in love with festive NYC during the holiday season and like Elf, chasing to the buildings to see their Christmas trees :P)
Gansevoort Park Avenue sounds amazing, why would I leave lol. A spa, Italian restaurant, rooftop pool I’d be in heaven. Oh yeah, you said you went to visit New York. How cute are them drinks! The Time Warner Holiday display I imagine was beautiful this time of year!
This holiday season New York is on the best place to visit! I really want to celebrate my New Years eve at the madison square and hopefully next year I’ll be there to celebrate with my family.
This is an excellent gift guide for the upcoming holidays. I can’t wait to visit New York in the near future.
I had a friend who got to see the parade in person a few years back. They said it was definitely a super fun experience.
Wow, it sounds like it was a lot of fun. I’ve always wanted to see the parade live!
We have never been to New York. I have always wanted to go. Now, I definitely do!
That looks so fun! Wonderful shots indeed! New York is a very amazing a lovely place!
They are such adorable little bundles of joy! That looks like so much fun! I think that’s a great family vacation