Traveling Our Purdy World

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Lights, camera, action! Have you been dreaming of seeing the world famous tree, ice skating rink, the Radio City Rockettes? If so, then now is YOUR time to go! You only have one life so if you’ve been nice and NYC is on your “to-do” list, let’s check it off!

Manhattan Favorite Stops

Now that you are ready to see the Big Apple, its time to plan what you are going to do.

Below are a few of our favorites (listed in Street/Avenue order):

Central Park: 59th Street & 6th Avenue

Radio City Rockettes: 51st Street & 6th Avenue

St. Patrick’s Cathedral: 51st Street & 5th Avenue

LEGO Store & Shops: 51st Street & 5th Avenue

Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree: 50th Street & 5th Avenue

Saks 5th Avenue, NBC Universal: 49th Street & 5th Avenue

M&Ms World: 49th Street & 7th Avenue

Ice Skating Rink at Rockefeller Center: 49th Street & 5th Avenue

Bryant Parks Winter Village (170 unique artisans): 42nd Street & 6th Avenue

Grand Central Holiday Fair: Inside Grand Central Terminal

Macys: 35th Street & 6th Avenue

Empire State Building: 34th Street & 5th Avenue

Union Square Holiday Market: 14th Street & 4th Avenue

Outside of Manhattan Favorite Stops

Katz Deli: 1st Street & 1st Avenue

New York Stock Exchange: Broadway & Wallstreet

9/11 Memorial: Church Street & Liberty Street

Map I Used

Tips & Tricks for a Great NYC Trip

1. Dress for the weather. Be sure to research the weather in advance and be prepared! NYC can get very cold, so be prepared! Have a coat, gloves, hat, proper shoes, etc.
2. Buy tickets in advance. Buy your tickets in advance if you are planning to go to the Radio City Rockettes, a Broadway Show, etc.
3. Wear proper shoes. It is important to wear proper shoes when visiting the Big Apple because you are going to be walking ALOT! It is also important to note that NYC is not a very clean city – so please do not wear your fancy shoes. It might be a good idea to wear some old shoes that you can throw away after your trip.
4. Do not look like a tourist. In general, when traveling, you should try to fit in with the locals. Try not to walk around holding big gaudy maps as you will be a target for pick-pocketers.
5. Keep valuables close. It is important for men to keep your wallet in front pockets and for women to wear cross-body bags. Don’t make it easy for pick-pocketers to quickly grab your belongings.

Have Fun in The Big Apple!! xoxo Megan & Sean