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Getting Back to Life

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Thankfully life is, well getting back to living. Sort of.  Not 100% but thanks to the vaccine rollout many states are coming back and New York is one of them.

One example of this is the much-loved Broadway and its shows which for so long were amiss from our lives.   First of all, an additional two shows opened (‘Six’ and ‘American Utopia’) and second, there was the beginning of the Times Square’s three day outdoor event to celebrate the return of this entertainment sector.

And the classics re-opened too: Chicago, Hamilton, The Lion King and Wicked.

In addition, the bright lights were ignited as a tribute to one of the original Waitress company of Broadway’s very own – Nick Cordero – who passed away from COVID-19 last year.  It would have been his 43rd birthday last Friday.

All of these events take place right in town, in walking distance of Triumph Hotels’ Washington Jefferson Hotel, operated by Shimmie Horn. 

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Bryant Park in Midtown Manhattan

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If you’re looking for an outdoor activity that will give you the flavor of New York, consider a visit to Bryant Park.

Bryant Park is an award-winning park, and the only large-scale public park in midtown Manhattan.

During the holiday season, Bryant Park offers many activities, including New York City’s only free admission skating rink. Winter crafts and live music are available most days. The Holiday Shops are open during the holiday season, and a variety of festive food is available for purchase.

In addition to these activities, exercise classes, a reading room and workshops are offered throughout the year. Children’s programs and games provide entertainment for all age groups.

Whether you live in New York or are just visiting, we hope you enjoy this outdoor activity.

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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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NY Train Shows

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For model train enthusiasts—young and old alike—this is a terrific time to explore New York’s train shows. Here’s a list of some local options:

  • The NY Transit Museum is displaying their 16th annual train show at Grand Central Terminal. The background of this exhibit features the cityscape and expresses the energy and fast pace of New York’s transportation system.
  • At the New York Botanical Gardens, a 27-year-old tradition continues. The train show features New York landmarks, each re-created with intricate detail using natural materials such as twigs, bark and pine cones.
  • The Jerni Collection of toy trains, figurines and models is on display at the New York Historical Society. This immersive experience includes sound effects and multimedia screens.

 

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Winter in NYC

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If you’re staying in New York this winter you might enjoy these winter-themed activities.

  • Consider watching a “Disney on Ice” show. This amazing presentation features ice skating, music and special effects that will transport you into a magical winter wonderland. “Disney on Ice” is presenting “Frozen” in the NYC area between January 3rd and 19th, 2019.
  • Enjoy ice skating: Outdoor rinks offer the opportunity to enjoy NY sights. Skating at Rockfeller Center and Central Park are traditional outdoor skating spots.
  • Indoor skating rinks are perfect for skaters who prefer not to brave the cold weather. Chelsea Piers and Riverbank State Park are good indoor options.

 

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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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The Newly Renovated Evelyn Hotel

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If you’re looking for a luxurious and relaxing NY experience, the Evelyn Hotel, part of Triumph Hotels, is the place to visit.

As of November 14th, the hotel features impressive upgrades after a multimillion-dollar renovation.

The 159 guest rooms at the Evelyn Hotel have been upgraded with new linen, lighting and updated bathrooms. Creative and whimsical decorations such as music notes painted on bathroom tiles are now part of the lovely décor.

The lobby has been transformed with velvet seating and softly lit sitting areas.

The hotel now has three new restaurants by chef Jonathan Benno. One is Leonelli Taberna, a relaxed Roman-inspired trattoria with a bar. Leonelli Focacceria e Pasticceria is a cafe and bakery with a mezzanine-level library. The fine-dining restaurant, Benno, features Mediterranean fare.

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CANstruction in New York

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For an unusual and inspiring activity, stop by New York’s CANstruction exhibit at Brookfield Place, NY.

Canstruction is an extraordinary annual design competition that combines charity and creativity. Teams of architects, contractors, and engineers build sculptures out of cans of food. These large-scale structures are placed on display and later donated to charity.

This year, Canstruction is celebrating its 26th Anniversary in New York with 30 teams building displays. Awards will be granted in several categories, including Best Original Design, Most Cans, and Structural Ingenuity.

This event is open to the public. Admission is free, although visitors are asked to donate a can of food. At the end of the exhibit, all canned food will be donated to charity.

 

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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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Eating at the Triumph Hotels

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At the Triumph hotels in New York, as well as being centrally located in the hubbub of the city, for those looking for quiet kickback time there are a variety of eateries to choose from.

Take a look at the Hotel Edison for example.  The Bond 45 New York Italian Kitchen & Bar is a dream. The restaurant is the original former historic Bond clothing Store (1948-77) which re-opened in Shimmie Horn’s Hotel Edison.  Over the years there, it earned a reputation for its delicious “rotating selection of market vegetables,” but for those carnivores among us, don’t worry, the veal chops are to die for.  And then of course there’s the delicious pizza and homemade pasta too.

Moving over to Bryant Park, we have the Triomphe Restaurant, conveniently located in another one of Shimmie Horn’s hotels, the Iroquois.  It’s comfortable and relaxed and boasts an “understated elegance” in its design relaxing diners as soon as they enter.  You can order any meal from there and choose from a wonderful French-based selection including the Epicurean Tasting Menu.

There are more of course, offered at the Triumph hotels, but excuse us for just giving you a “taste” of what is on offer.