Unique things to do in Hudson County

(PLEASE NOTE: If you need a date not on the calendar please message us! We will try our best to squeeze you in. Only the 11:30am Wednesday tours are shorter 4 hour tours of Central Park, Times Square, Midtown, Grand Central & views of the Empire State Building. All other tours are the regular 6 hour tours. Tours are in English.) Hi folks! New York City is the greatest city in the world and I want you to have the greatest time ever! This is mostly a walking tour but we also take the subway and of course a gorgeous boat ride on the harbor to see the Statue of Liberty! Our tour is also great for groups & families. Here is the itinerary: This is a Full Day Tour. We cover a LOT!! -Explore beautiful Central Park -See the magnificent & world famous Plaza Hotel -Stroll along expensive & fancy 5th Avenue -Magnificent architecture of St. Patrick's Cathedral ( we go INSIDE not just outside!) -Rockefeller Center/NBC Studios -Diamond District -Times Square (the most exciting place in the world!) -Lunch Break -Freedom Tower -9/11 Memorial -Wall Street (NY Stock Exchange) -Boat Ride Across scenic New York Harbor! -Statue of Liberty/ Ellis Island views -New York Skyline views -Brooklyn Bridge views We'll also view movie & TV locations, stop for plenty of pictures, try to spot celebrities, and much more!

Fantastic scenery, sights, and history! Visit the Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Brooklyn Heights. Experience Brooklyn's revolutionary cultural and technological history and the men and women at the forefront. * We'll start in Manhattan with a walk over the monumental Brooklyn Bridge and take in breathtaking vistas of the Manhattan skyline * Visit the stunning, recently built Brooklyn Bridge Park on the picturesque waterfront. * Visit Jacques Torres Chocolate, the most famous chocolatier in New York * See a fully-restored sensational 1922 carousel on the river * Explore DUMBO, a former factory and warehouse district, transformed into a scenic commercial and residential neighborhood * Walk through the elegant tree-lined streets of Brooklyn Heights with hundreds of beautiful townhouses from the 1800s * Discover Revolutionary War and Civil War history * …plus other surprises. You will discover the epic story of the Brooklyn Bridge, the great engineering achievement of the 19th Century, and learn about the family that helped create it. See the 1850 Plymouth Church and discover its charismatic minister and abolitionist. See the mansion where Truman Capote lived and penned "Breakfast at Tiffany's," visit locations where movies were filmed...and more! This is a GREAT experience for corporate groups and team-building. Tour takes place in rain, snow, or shine.

Experience the real Brooklyn with me! Many people want to visit Brooklyn but just don't know where to start. I am here to change that: I will show you five completely different sides of Brooklyn in five different neighborhoods. You will get an overview of New York City's most populous borough, and I will introduce you to Brooklyn's history, culture and people. Covering five different neighborhoods, this is the most comprehensive Brooklyn tour available. You'll get to see how diverse Brooklyn truly is when I show you classic Brooklyn brownstone architecture as well as the 'hipster' side of Brooklyn, street art and vintage shops, hidden bars, amazing Manhattan views, an Orthodox Jewish community and grand historic homes. To be able to show you as much of this giant borough as possible, we are using the subway three times on the tour, but this will give you time to sit down and take a break in between exploring the various neighborhoods on foot. See "Where we'll be" for the neighborhoods we're visiting on the tour. Other things to note -If you book a private tour, I am able to accommodate specific requests for neighborhoods / sights to include. -Bring a valid MTA subway ticket (ideally a weekly card with unlimited rides) and wear comfortable shoes.

To many, the Hasidic world is shrouded in mystery and secrecy—well, not anymore. On this experience you get to see first hand the daily lives, rituals and customs of the Hasidic community, guided by a member of the community. Being able to access places seemingly closed off and hidden to the outsider. An opportunity to be able to ask any and all questions about the Jewish faith, culture and philosophy. We kick off the experience inside a Hasidic home, and learning about what it takes to keep a Kosher home. Then its off to the streets of Crown Heights, starting with exploring the world famous “770” Synagogue, getting a glimpse into the hustle and bustle of daily prayer services. Next stop is a Jewish scribe, seeing up close the intricate details involved in producing the Torah Scrolls. Followed by a walk down the avenue, visiting the local shops, and seeing the traditions dating back to the early 1800’s. If you don’t see availability for when you would like to join, please message us and we will try to accommodate. The experience will be hosted by Yoni or Mayer. The experience continues rain, snow or shine (just come prepared).

RATED BEST REVIEWED EXPERIENCE IN NEW YORK CITY! From the host of drawnfromwithin.online with over 1000 5-star reviews: www.airbnb.com/experiences/1655361 Sketch your way around New York with artist and creative guide Ben Ponte. No sketching experience or art background required. Originally rated the best experience on the Airbnb platform, Sketch and the City provides a creative and fun way to explore, discover and express the energy of New York City, for work teams, travelers and local New Yorkers. Sketch your way from Grand Central to Bryant Park, viewing all the iconic architecture along the way. See the Chrysler Building, The Empire State Building, The New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal like you’ve never seen them before. Distill creative principles that can be applied to other areas, understand group dynamics in new ways, meet new people and have lots of fun in the process. Ben has been presenting 'Drawn from Within' to corporate groups from around the world over the last 2 years. Ben now brings the creative insights gathered from the online experience back to the in-person experience he started on the streets of New York in 2017. Sketch and the City explores the experiential aspects of drawing while taking in the wonder of this amazing city.

1) Discover Brooklyn's Street Art Scene & History:  Check out some incredible murals in the area and learn about how the street art and graffiti scene has evolved over the past 50+ years. We'll learn about the history of DUMBO and view some of the historic factories and artisan shops in the neighborhood that helped shape what the city is today. 2) Soak in the Views of Manhattan & Tastes of NYC: We'll enjoy some incredibly scenic views of Manhattan and all 3 bridges that connect from Brooklyn into the city, and pop up to a rooftop with a beautiful deck to see the city skyline. You'll also have the option to grab a bite at a local food market with dozens of options as well as a brewery of your choice with a wide selection of beers and ciders. 3) Capture the Moment with A Personal Photographer: I always make a few key stops along our tour, so that you (and your guests) can get some stunning photo opportunities along the way. I've been shooting photography for 10+ years in NYC, and have scouted out some of the best spots here in Brooklyn! Note: –Discounted rates now running through summer for groups of four or more. – If you don't see a time on the calendar that works for you please send a request and we can confirm availability! –If you're seeking a more custom photoshoot, please be sure to message the host so we can accommodate a private booking.

Spend the night with a drag queen as we take you to a top NYC drag show. This experience is led by one of our NYC queens, who will serve as your drag guide for the night! You'll get exclusive insight into NYC drag and visit the bars where many RuPaul queens got their start! Join us as we celebrate our 1,000th guest in style! Your first round of drinks is on us, setting the tone for an evening filled with glamour, glitter, and killer dance moves courtesy of NYC's fierce drag queens since 2018. Experience the electrifying energy of the city as we take you to a top-drag hot spot. Prepare to be wowed by the commanding stage presence of the queens as they captivate you with their mesmerizing performances. It's a care-free night of fun! Get ready to "cheers" to the fabulous night ahead! Mix and mingle with your drag queen host and fellow partygoers. As you enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of the bar, your queen will talk about what it's like being an NYC performer and discuss the thriving LGBT nightlife scene. Next, we'll go to the main event - the drag show! You can meet and take pictures with the queens, creating unforgettable memories. As the night comes to a close, get ready to hit the dance floor and dance the night away in a high-energy dance party! Follow us on IG @TheDragCrawl for a behind-the-scenes sneak peek!

Welcome to the Drinking and History Walk with us through Midtown New York as we retrace the immigrant progress toward the American Dream during Prohibition. As masters of the art of storytelling, we’ll guide you into one of New York's speakeasies where we'll toast to a prohibition cocktail and tell the tale of the period’s most notorious gangsters and infamous bootleggers. Also, we’ll explore the catalysts behind Prohibition and focus on the women of the Gilded Age, and the movement that gave rise to an oil king. To round off our journey together, we'll take you around the edge of Times Square and finally we’ll discuss the demise of Prohibition over cocktails at our last venue stop. You will be guided by myself or one of my well trained colleagues. *purchase necessary: please expect beer from $10-18 and wine/cocktails from $18-25 *no late arrivals, rescheduling is subject to availability Other things to note: -All tours have bookings that are not reflected on airbnb -Drinks are NOT included. -Prepare to comfortably walk 1.5 miles at a moderate pace. -Time for food and mingling provided. -We are not wheelchair accessible

Let’s go get $1.50 pizza slices & $3 drinks in the most expensive city in the world. We will take photos in front of some famous tourist sites like Times Square & Rockefeller Plaza, and do a bit of walking in iconic midtown. This tour will give you lots of ideas & spots to go for the rest of your NYC trip! We’ll meet in Bryant Park for this two hour experience. Our last stop of the tour is the cheapest bar in the neighborhood, which has a full bar, jukebox & free New York City hot dogs! As soon as you book, you’ll receive a message from me with cheap spots & tips, in addition to my favorite NYC finds. It includes ways to get discount Broadway tickets! This tour will go on rain or shine-it is not all outdoors but quite a bit of it is! Bring an umbrella & a good coat if it looks like rain. Wear your walking shoes & bring cash if you’d like pizza or a drink! This experience is perfect for couples, team-building, families, or single travelers!

Welcome!! Lets begin our Prohibition journey together with a drink at our first stop!! We’ll cheers to Prohibition and drinks as we tell the tale of the period’s most notorious gangsters and infamous bootleggers. At our second location, we’ll focus on the women of the Gilded Age, and the movement that gave rise to an oil king while celebrating over a drink, apps and decor taken to the next level. Options for cocktails and appetizers are for purchase along with time for mingling. At our last location we will conclude our Prohibition history in midtown Hell’s Kitchen and celebrate the end of an era over more drinks and food. *purchase necessary: please expect beer from $10-18 and wine/cocktails at $18-25 (before tip and taxes) You will be guided by myself or one of my well trained colleagues :) Other things to note: -All tours have bookings that are not reflected on Airbnb -Dress is comfy but classy by the request of the establishments. -Drinks are not included. -Prepare to comfortably walk 1.5 miles at a moderate pace. -Time for food and mingling provided. -We are not wheelchair accessible - establishments have the right to refuse service due to over intoxication

Established in 2014, me and my team have proudly been the first to operate Speakeasy experiences in NYC. We will take you to 3 completely concealed and hidden establishments. All 3 locations are completely hidden, no obvious bars in between. Some through vault doors with a required code and some that are down an alleys with multiple doors where you would need to know which door to open. Some even have all the drinks still in tea cups in case the police would raid them back in 1920's and was featured in the TV show Boardwalk Empire for its historical accurate decor and atmosphere. We provide historical facts by history teachers with educational and tour guide licenses. Our facts are solely from cross referenced academic sources. We furthermore work in conjunction NYC City Hall and the NYC Hall of Records to ensure the authenticity of the historical claims by each establishment we visit. This experience is available in French, Italian, German, Spanish and English. Please make sure to submit a request in a message if you want the experience in a different language. PLEASE do NOT book this is you are landing to the airport the same day after 11 am. If the experience is fully booked, we also have a website alexstours d0t c0m that offers the same experience and also offer the East Village Speakeasy experience on Airbnb as well.

See the city and enjoy the New York waterways, without the crowds! Join our friendly & knowledgeable captains for fantastic photographs offering unobstructed views of NY during this waterfront tour. While onboard you will cruise through all 3 major NY waterways {Hudson River, East River & New York Harbor} while riding under & stopping at all the best NYC landmarks including: - The Brooklyn, Manhattan, & Williamsburg Bridge - The Freedom Tower - The Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island - Governors Island - South Street Seaport - Battery Park - Brooklyn Bridge Park / Dumbo ***BYOB*** Guests can bring their own breakfast, lunch, or dinner to enjoy while cruising with NYC By Water! Both alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages are permitted and we have a cooler on board. Easily fit this cruise into any itinerary with several daily departure times. Our qualified captains are knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and fun! We adhere to all USCG rules, and have all required safety equipment on board. Group and Private charters available at NYCbyboat site.

See amazing views of the city during this top rated sailing experience for up to six passengers! Join our friendly and knowledgeable captains and take fantastic photographs from the comfort of a 34’ sailboat. - Statue of Liberty - Manhattan Skyline - Ellis Island - Brooklyn Bridge - Freedom Tower - Governors Island - Seaport Daily Times: 9:00am, 11:30am, 2:30pm, 5:00pm, 7:30pm. All Group Sail and Private Sail times available @BrooklynSail We have a full drink menu available: Champagne, White Wine, Rose, Beer, Hard Seltzer Our qualified captains are knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and fun! We adhere to all USCG rules, and have all required safety equipment on board. **** WEATHER What happens if it rains? If we have to cancel for any bad weather there is a full refund. Generally we play it safe and only sail if there is a good chance of clear skies. Usually the weather report improves closer to the date and we will never sail if it is unsafe. CANCELLATION Can I reschedule my sail? You are allowed one reschedule 72 hours or before your sailing reservation. No reschedules are allowed within 72 hours of your reservation. More photos and information at BKsail site or @BrooklynSail

( the experience is 50 min to 1 hour **you can check my IG: capture_by_J you'll be sent 28 to 30 photos added by each persons to the photo experience in just a few days after the photoshoot is over in 4 to 7 days to a link that will immortalize your trip And NO you don’t have to pay extra for the photos it’s included on the package You will be taken to an amazing location, where we will create the best photos for your private collection or album. Unique approach to individual photo session with me, While You see the neighborhood You gone be exploring Time Square and midtown during the day as well In a city Where celebrities and people all over come to explore. It's full with cultur and style building, streets and restaurants a place where you will never forget And I will be photographing you or you party to capture those moments Also you don’t have to worry about other people, if you book with me it’s a private photoshoot. It will be just for you or your party If it rains we can reschedule or cancel depending how strong it is And if you are more then 15 minutes late without messing me I will assume that you’re not coming and leave Once I send the pictures The responsibility is not mine anymore Make sure to keep save The link will be available for 1 month after I send you the photos

If you have a different time or day let me know here **you can check my IG capture_by_J you'll be sent 28 to 30 photos added by each persons to the photo experience in just a few days after the photoshoot is over in about 4 to 7 days to a link that will immortalize your trip And NO you don’t have to pay extra for the photos it’s included on the package You will be taken and explore an amazing location, where we will create the best photos for your private collection or album, While I show and give you a tour of the neighborhood showing you all of its history You are going to be be exploring Brooklyn Bridge and dumbo place where you will never forget And I will be photographing you or you party to capture those moments Also you don’t have to worry about other people, if you book with me it’s a private photoshoot. It will be just for you or your party You will be sent 30 to 33 photos added photos by person added to the session in a a few days about 3 to 6 days after the photoshoot is over, to your email address that will immortalize your trip to the To The big Apple You will have one month once i you send you the link. Make sure to keep the picture safe. If it rains we can reschedule or cancel depending how strong it is And if you are more then 15 minutes late without messing me I will assume that you’re not coming and leave

(PLEASE NOTE: If you need a date not on the calendar please message us! We will try our best to squeeze you in. Only the 11:30am Wednesday tours are shorter 4 hour tours of Central Park, Times Square, Midtown, Grand Central & views of the Empire State Building. All other tours are the regular 6 hour tours. Tours are in English.) Hi folks! New York City is the greatest city in the world and I want you to have the greatest time ever! This is mostly a walking tour but we also take the subway and of course a gorgeous boat ride on the harbor to see the Statue of Liberty! Our tour is also great for groups & families. Here is the itinerary: This is a Full Day Tour. We cover a LOT!! -Explore beautiful Central Park -See the magnificent & world famous Plaza Hotel -Stroll along expensive & fancy 5th Avenue -Magnificent architecture of St. Patrick's Cathedral ( we go INSIDE not just outside!) -Rockefeller Center/NBC Studios -Diamond District -Times Square (the most exciting place in the world!) -Lunch Break -Freedom Tower -9/11 Memorial -Wall Street (NY Stock Exchange) -Boat Ride Across scenic New York Harbor! -Statue of Liberty/ Ellis Island views -New York Skyline views -Brooklyn Bridge views We'll also view movie & TV locations, stop for plenty of pictures, try to spot celebrities, and much more!

Let's tour some of NYC's greatest structures, hidden gems and public art. We’ll learn about the fierce rivalries, personal triumphs and tragedies of the designers and builders as they set world records over and over again. We’ll also see: • Beautiful bridges that shattered records • Amazing architecture, from traditional and classic to stunningly modern • See wonderful public art. Sculptures and murals that range from classic & inspiring to playful & fun • Enjoy parks and atriums that most tourists, even locals, have never seen Contact me if you don’t see a date or time that works for you. What folks are saying: “ I am so happy to have found this tour. John is so knowledgeable and friendly!! The hours went by so quickly. I saw so many hidden treasures!!” Karen, Los Angeles “My...walk... around lower Manhattan with John was like going on a walk with an old-time friend…” Yi-Ming, Singapore “Even though I live in New York, I found out about a whole bunch of new places and things and stories that I never knew. Highly recommend this tour!” Sam, Greenwich Village "really made the information come to life…Wonderful” Patricia, Upper West Side “...a lot of fun.” Ashley, Brooklyn “Warm and funny” “Passionate” Yi-Ming “Unique” Jim “…a fascinating walk” Stuart, UK

Fantastic scenery, sights, and history! Visit the Brooklyn Bridge, DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park, and Brooklyn Heights. Experience Brooklyn's revolutionary cultural and technological history and the men and women at the forefront. * We'll start in Manhattan with a walk over the monumental Brooklyn Bridge and take in breathtaking vistas of the Manhattan skyline * Visit the stunning, recently built Brooklyn Bridge Park on the picturesque waterfront. * Visit Jacques Torres Chocolate, the most famous chocolatier in New York * See a fully-restored sensational 1922 carousel on the river * Explore DUMBO, a former factory and warehouse district, transformed into a scenic commercial and residential neighborhood * Walk through the elegant tree-lined streets of Brooklyn Heights with hundreds of beautiful townhouses from the 1800s * Discover Revolutionary War and Civil War history * …plus other surprises. You will discover the epic story of the Brooklyn Bridge, the great engineering achievement of the 19th Century, and learn about the family that helped create it. See the 1850 Plymouth Church and discover its charismatic minister and abolitionist. See the mansion where Truman Capote lived and penned "Breakfast at Tiffany's," visit locations where movies were filmed...and more! This is a GREAT experience for corporate groups and team-building. Tour takes place in rain, snow, or shine.

Established in 2014, me and my team have proudly been the first to operate Speakeasy experiences in NYC. We will take you to 3 completely concealed and hidden establishments. All 3 locations are completely hidden, no obvious bars in between. Some through vault doors with a required code and some that are down an alleys with multiple doors where you would need to know which door to open. Some even have all the drinks still in tea cups in case the police would raid them back in 1920's and was featured in the TV show Boardwalk Empire for its historical accurate decor and atmosphere. We provide historical facts by history teachers with educational and tour guide licenses. Our facts are solely from cross referenced academic sources. We furthermore work in conjunction NYC City Hall and the NYC Hall of Records to ensure the authenticity of the historical claims by each establishment we visit. This experience is available in French, Italian, German, Spanish and English. Please make sure to submit a request in a message if you want the experience in a different language. PLEASE do NOT book this is you are landing to the airport the same day after 11 am. If the experience is fully booked, we also have a website alexstours d0t c0m that offers the same experience and also offer the East Village Speakeasy experience on Airbnb as well.

Experience the real Brooklyn with me! Many people want to visit Brooklyn but just don't know where to start. I am here to change that: I will show you five completely different sides of Brooklyn in five different neighborhoods. You will get an overview of New York City's most populous borough, and I will introduce you to Brooklyn's history, culture and people. Covering five different neighborhoods, this is the most comprehensive Brooklyn tour available. You'll get to see how diverse Brooklyn truly is when I show you classic Brooklyn brownstone architecture as well as the 'hipster' side of Brooklyn, street art and vintage shops, hidden bars, amazing Manhattan views, an Orthodox Jewish community and grand historic homes. To be able to show you as much of this giant borough as possible, we are using the subway three times on the tour, but this will give you time to sit down and take a break in between exploring the various neighborhoods on foot. See "Where we'll be" for the neighborhoods we're visiting on the tour. Other things to note -If you book a private tour, I am able to accommodate specific requests for neighborhoods / sights to include. -Bring a valid MTA subway ticket (ideally a weekly card with unlimited rides) and wear comfortable shoes.

To many, the Hasidic world is shrouded in mystery and secrecy—well, not anymore. On this experience you get to see first hand the daily lives, rituals and customs of the Hasidic community, guided by a member of the community. Being able to access places seemingly closed off and hidden to the outsider. An opportunity to be able to ask any and all questions about the Jewish faith, culture and philosophy. We kick off the experience inside a Hasidic home, and learning about what it takes to keep a Kosher home. Then its off to the streets of Crown Heights, starting with exploring the world famous “770” Synagogue, getting a glimpse into the hustle and bustle of daily prayer services. Next stop is a Jewish scribe, seeing up close the intricate details involved in producing the Torah Scrolls. Followed by a walk down the avenue, visiting the local shops, and seeing the traditions dating back to the early 1800’s. If you don’t see availability for when you would like to join, please message us and we will try to accommodate. The experience will be hosted by Yoni or Mayer. The experience continues rain, snow or shine (just come prepared).

Our experience bridges important time periods together. We begin at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, the premier center of its kind in the world. We'll explore how Africans, forced to leave their homeland, came to both the Caribbean and the Americas through slavery. You will understand how they impacted food, music, popular culture and dance with exhibits, film or sound. Their struggle made Harlem a center for social movements from the mid 1880s to the present. We touch on the Trans Atlantic Slave trade, its impact on human relations between American-born citizens and immigrants at that time. We'll delve into the New Negro Movement, which sparked the modern civil rights movement in this country and explore depression-era exhibitions such as the recently restored WPA murals in Harlem Hospital. Together, we’ll discover how we can learn how to heal from the past to move towards a better future. If you know that you will be in town for several days, book early so I can assist with an itinerary that can include a lindyhop or tap dance class and /or food tasting. Other things to note Feel free to bring your own camera to take pictures and dress appropriately for the weather.

RATED BEST REVIEWED EXPERIENCE IN NEW YORK CITY! From the host of drawnfromwithin.online with over 1000 5-star reviews: www.airbnb.com/experiences/1655361 Sketch your way around New York with artist and creative guide Ben Ponte. No sketching experience or art background required. Originally rated the best experience on the Airbnb platform, Sketch and the City provides a creative and fun way to explore, discover and express the energy of New York City, for work teams, travelers and local New Yorkers. Sketch your way from Grand Central to Bryant Park, viewing all the iconic architecture along the way. See the Chrysler Building, The Empire State Building, The New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal like you’ve never seen them before. Distill creative principles that can be applied to other areas, understand group dynamics in new ways, meet new people and have lots of fun in the process. Ben has been presenting 'Drawn from Within' to corporate groups from around the world over the last 2 years. Ben now brings the creative insights gathered from the online experience back to the in-person experience he started on the streets of New York in 2017. Sketch and the City explores the experiential aspects of drawing while taking in the wonder of this amazing city.

See the city and enjoy the New York waterways, without the crowds! Join our friendly & knowledgeable captains for fantastic photographs offering unobstructed views of NY during this waterfront tour. While onboard you will cruise through all 3 major NY waterways {Hudson River, East River & New York Harbor} while riding under & stopping at all the best NYC landmarks including: - The Brooklyn, Manhattan, & Williamsburg Bridge - The Freedom Tower - The Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island - Governors Island - South Street Seaport - Battery Park - Brooklyn Bridge Park / Dumbo ***BYOB*** Guests can bring their own breakfast, lunch, or dinner to enjoy while cruising with NYC By Water! Both alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages are permitted and we have a cooler on board. Easily fit this cruise into any itinerary with several daily departure times. Our qualified captains are knowledgeable, experienced, professional, and fun! We adhere to all USCG rules, and have all required safety equipment on board. Group and Private charters available at NYCbyboat site.

As a New Yorker, I’ve lived in all 5 Boroughs of NYC. However, my birthplace was Harlem. Thus, I will show you the place that is dear to my heart – the village of Harlem. This unique soulful walking experience will take place in one of four sections of Harlem - Central Harlem. This section was the Heart and Soul of the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights movement in America. Our journey will begin with a birds-eye view of 125th Street looking westward – this will give us a photographic preview of some of the locations we will visit. We will then walk to the former homes of the Harlem Renaissance central figures, Langston Hughes, Madam C.J. Walker, James w. Johnson, etc. On this 10,000-step journey, we will pass several Harlem murals that capsulize Harlem’s glorious past. We will also see where Marin Luther King spoke, suffered a near-death experience, and was hospitalized. Two places of special interest will be explored – the Harlem Jazz Museum (Thurs-Sat only) & the Schomburg Library for African Studies (Mon-Sat). At the Schomburg, we will see a mosaic cosmogram containing the ashes of Langston Hughes underneath it. To round out our experience, we will walk upon Harlem’s “Walk of Fame;” and see monuments of Civil Rights trailblazers and the famous Sylvia’s Restaurant, named after the “Queen of Soul Food” Sylvia Woods. I’m looking forward to meeting you and your guests.

Enjoy a beautiful paint en plein air experience in a lovely lawn or table in Brooklyn Bridge Park with an abstract lover who has been painting professionally for five years. I will teach basic fundamentals and techniques to make simple abstract pieces. Each guest will be able to paint along with me, and keep their creations, and hopefully a very pleasant memory! Each guest will leave with two bookmarks, and two 4x6 post cards that we paint on. The examples in the photos are not representative of the exact exercises we’ll do. Types are artwork will vary based on preference. Our adventure will start with a breathing exercise to set a peaceful intention for our practice. After, we’ll get to know each other a bit, and talk about any previous experience with painting. Next, we will get into to the fundamentals about colors, mixing, and techniques to achieve different looks. Before we begin painting, I’ll ask each guest to channel a memory, emotion, or anything that will trigger a passionate muse for their pieces. Each person will get to pick two styles of abstract work, and I will teach you how the painting was created, so you can give it a try yourself. I hope to inspire curiosity and creativity for my guests, as well as a safe and positive environment to meet new friends! Please be on time, the experience of other guests, and quality of class is impacted by late guests.

From the moment you arrive at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport look for our friendly HeliNY staff in red shirts! They'll escort you into the heliport and prepare you for the best views of NYC around! Safety is top priority for us so you'll have a life preserver put on and any bags that you have will be stored in complimentary lockers. Don't worry, camera's and cell phones can be taken aboard to capture those great views! While you wait we'll show you our safety video and assign seats based on everyone's weights! We'll then take you out to the helicopter and take a picture of you. A digital or print copy can be purchased after the flight to show off to all your friends! Then the real fun begins! On our 12-15 minute New Yorker Tour you'll fly above the Hudson River all the way to Central Park! Equipped with noise cancelling headsets our pilots will point out these iconic landmarks: -Statue of Liberty -Brooklyn Bridge -Ellis Island -Chrysler Building -Empire State Building -Chelsea Piers -Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum -Central Park -One World Trade Center -Hudson Yards Our tours depart every 30 minutes, we'll send you a set flight time once you've booked! We look forward to showing you our favorite view of NYC! Other things to note: Arrive 30 minutes before your flight time. Please call 24 hours in advance to confirm your reservation

(Please note: This tour books up fast. If you don't see the date you want please message me and I'll do my best to squeeze you in!) Christmas is the season of miracles, the season of faith, and the season of joy. There is no where on earth more magical than New York at Christmas! We will have a fun and exciting time walking around and exploring the world's most exciting city at the most special time of the year: Christmas in New York! There is quite honestly no place on the planet like New York at Christmas. We will explore some of the most famous and iconic New York City Christmas landmarks and have an unforgettable evening. The tour will include all of the following: -Central Park (including the pond and Home Alone 2 locations) -The gorgeous and world famous Plaza Hotel -The sparkling lights along 5th Avenue at some of the most famous stores in the world -The solemn beauty of St. Patrick's Cathedral (we will explore inside too not just outside) -The famous Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Center (90ft tall and 50,000 lights!) -NBC studios (where some of your favorite television shows are filled) -The "winter village" and ice skating rink at beautiful Bryant Park -The hustle and bustle and amazing lights in Times Square -Macy's, the largest department store in the world, with the world's most beautiful Christmas windows!

Experience hidden Central Park locations only a true New York City historian can help you find. Visit some of Central Park's least-trafficked, truly historic and most beautiful locations all above 100th Street. Learn the history of the park and its creators, find out what was there before, visit forts from the Revolutionary War, see the stunning formal gardens, "hike" through Central Park's Adirondack Mountains, and much more. This fascinating, educational and entertaining tour is conducted by a licensed New York City tour guide with over 20 years of experience. Here are just a few of the many adventures on this tour: Be transported to mountain/rustic scenery in the middle of Manhattan. Visit the ethereal "Secret Garden". See the ornate French iron gate that protected Cornelius Vanderbilt II’s mansion. Overlook the scenic vistas near the Harlem Meer. Look at a marvel of engineering: an arch made of uncut boulders with no mortar. Visit forts from the Revolutionary War and War of 1812 ...and so much more! This is a GREAT experience for corporate groups & team building. **This outdoor tour takes place in rain, snow, or shine.**

NOT YOUR BASIC FOOD TOUR (All food included) After shining light on the best foods all over Europe since 2017, your favorite group of French foodies at the No Diet Club have decided to expand across the pond When we found out New Yorkers slandered their former mayor for having his bagels toasted, we knew just how serious food was taken in the city and took this as our sign to open our first overseas tour here Guided by a local foodie, this tour features a 4 hours tribute to NYC’s most iconic and historically relevant foods such as finest ingredients pizza by the slice, chopped cheese, authentic beef patties, fluffy doughnuts and many more, as well as a gorgeous stroll among the historical Brownstone townhomes in the culturally eclectic borough of Brooklyn Tastings may vary with the seasons / vegetarians are welcome ⇨ IG : @no_diet_club What we offer ✔ - Many tastings to share - Calories - A nice walk in Brooklyn - What locals eat - Lots of fun - Funny/bad jokes - Pictures and souvenirs - Smiles - A list of serious recommendations in NYC - New friends from all around the world