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How to Help NYC’s Tourism Rebound This Holiday Season

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2020 presented many paths to virtue and kindness; simple acts, once considered frivolous, took on added aspects of virtue. Staying home was how we helped ease the burden for healthcare workers and frontline responders. Social distancing kept our family and loved ones safe. Ordering dinner was a way to support a struggling local eatery.  And as the year winds down, New York City’s tourism industry is encouraging residents to plan a “staycation,” including overnight accommodations at hotels, and safe visits to museums and venues.

Places like the Empire State Building, the September 11 Memorial Museum, and the Met are open with modified visitation regulations. In the past, New Yorkers tended to avoid these places, particularly during the holiday season, because of the long lines and overload of tourists. But now, city dwellers have the chance to explore the best of New York, learn about local attractions, and support city-run businesses.

Another good way to take in the Big Apple this season is on Big Bus Tour New York’s double-decker buses. The open-top transportation is both COVID-safe and an effective way to see over 40 famous locations.

The buses have been equipped with plexiglass dividers to protect employees and passengers; capacity is limited to 30 passengers. All riders are required to wear face masks and seating is designed to adhere to social-distancing regulations.

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New Bookings for NYC Hotels

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For over six months, New York City’s hotels have seen business slow and cease almost entirely. Since the initiation of mandatory lockdown, only 90 of New York’s 650 hotels remained open, primarily as lodgings for emergency workers and service providers. The city’s tourism bureau, NYC & Company, though is also tracking a change as people begin emerging from their protective pods. Through the All In NYC: Staycation campaign, the company is targeting locals and nearby residents looking for a change of scenery.

It seems, for now, that the campaign is working. The individuals and families booking the rooms are not typical tourists and business travelers; they are suburban dwellers who are bored, need a break from the home they have been stuck in since March, and those looking to celebrate something special. Some couples, who have chosen to elope instead of postponing their wedding to a post-pandemic date, are making reservations as part of a pseudo-honeymoon.

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What Hotels Are Doing to Reopen

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When travel resumes again, in New York City and beyond, places offering overnight lodgings will be very different. Whether it is camping vehicles or live-in yachts, hotels or home rentals, the hospitality industry is trying to figure out how to regain customer confidence.

Among the many ideas industry professionals are suggesting, the most evident is the need to adhere to the highest standards of hygiene and cleanliness; these will be the newest branders of quality accommodations.

For their part, hotels are tapping professional and industrial-grade cleaning supplies and services. Housekeeping staffs are being trained in new cleaning requirements and being equipped with proper personal protective gear. Some hotels are working with big-name companies in the health and hygiene industries to ensure safety. Other hotels have introduced “room seals,” similar to those found on food products, attesting to clients that no one has entered the room since it was last cleaned. Disinfectant wipes are being placed in frequently touched areas like elevators and passageways.

The American Hotel & Lodging Association issued “Safe Stay” “ guidelines for member hotels, including expanded cleaning routines using stronger chemicals and social distancing measures in public spaces.

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Summer of 2019: Record Tourism in NYC

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Times Square, New York City

Nearly 67 million people came to New York City in the summer months of 2019. That is close to two million more visitors than in 2018. It is also the 10th consecutive year of rising tourism according to Fred Dixon, the chief executive of NYC & Company, the city’s tourism marketing agency.

The surge in New York tourism is likely due to several high profile events, including the NYC Film Festival, WorldPride celebration, City Farm Summer, and others. The reopening of the Museum of Modern Art this month will also draw visitors to the city, Mr. Dixon said.

Those visiting the city are looking to have a good time. They want top-tier accommodations, prime experiences, and reasonable prices. As New York continues to offer a wide range of exciting opportunities, from the culinary to the cultural, the fashion to the fun, hotels like the Edison in Times Square, or the Washington Jefferson Hotel in the theater district and the Iroquois in Midtown offer ideal hospitality close to all the action. Hotel owner Shimmie Horn works hard to ensure that all guests enjoy all that New York City has to offer.

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Visiting the Empire State Building

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For those of you who are staying at the Evelyn Hotel, visiting the Empire State Building is a wonderful winter activity.

From the top of the Empire State Building, you’ll enjoy clear views and a wintry—possibly even snow-covered– skyline. Panoramic views from the Empire State Observatory provide you with the opportunity to take beautiful pictures.

These inspiring views have awarded the Empire State Building the status of the most photographed building in the world. The building will also be lit up during the holiday season.

Enjoy your winter visit to New York.

 

 

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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

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Visitors to New York can enjoy the 92nd annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Over 3.5 million people are expected to attend the display of balloon and floats.

The parade will take place along a 2.5 mile stretch in NYC, and also features performers, bands and clowns. This year, there will be 16 giant character balloons and a total of 1,350 handlers!

For those who want to get a head start, stop by to watch the balloons being inflated outside of the American Museum of Natural History.

Visitors should be prepared for cold weather as the expected outdoor temperature is 40 degrees.

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Fall Foliage

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The crisp, autumn weather in New York offers visitors the chance to enjoy colorful fall foliage. Use these suggestions to experience the beauty of NY’s changing seasons:

  • Stop by the New York Botanical Gardens, the largest botanical garden in the United States. The New York Botanical Gardens has an amazing array of collections, gardens and exhibits.
  • Visit the Storm King Art Center, a 500-acre outdoor sculpture park and museum that blends art and nature in NY’s Hudson Valley.
  • Take a bike tour of the city: Combine exercise and nature by biking through NY with Bike NY. Biking tours are available to bikers of different skill levels.

Whichever destination you choose, enjoy the inspiration of autumn’s changing colors.

 

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Bird Watching in NYC

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Bird watching, or birding, is an increasingly popular activity that’s suitable for all ages. Bird enthusiasts will be pleased to discover that Central Park in Manhattan is one of the best birding spots in the United States.

According to the New York City Audubon – a non-profit organization devoted to protecting NYC birds – Central Park attracts many species of migrating birds. In the fall, hawks soar directly above the park and many warbler species can be spotted as well.

Since the establishment of Central Park, over 280 bird species have been recorded. On your next visit to Manhattan, consider taking part in this wholesome and convenient outdoor activity!

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New York City Technology

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kioskEast Village has just gotten the first ever free Wi-Fi Kiosk in New York City. Located at 3rd Avenue near Manhattan’s 15th Street, it has to undergo QC first but once it starts working it will be at 2.0 signal strength, with a range of 150 feet. It is hoped that it will be as fast as Google Fiber.

Gone are the old pay phone booths and in their stead, 7,500 hubs are planned by the city over the next eight years. It is anticipated that screen advertising will generate $500 million revenue over the next 12 years.

Meanwhile, other parts of the city and other areas of technology are decidedly low-tech and lacking in any modern features. For example, New York City’s subway system which uses century-old technology. At the moment, the state agency responsible for the subway, the MTA is undergoing a budget battle to get the funds needed for this very necessary update.