View of New York City, https://www.hiusa.org/hostels/new-york/new-york/new-york-city
By Kaylah Bilal
The City where dreams and ideas come alive. The City where nothing is impossible. The place to be any time of the year. The City that never sleeps. On every avenue, a creative mind waiting to show you their worth. The place to experience multiple ethnicity at once. New York City is the place to be.
View of New York City, https://www.hiusa.org/hostels/new-york/new-york/new-york-city
Thursday
- Let the night begin, 6:30pm
Just getting into town? This late? Not trying to waste a day. Well get your first exclusive look at New York City by visiting Grand Central Station. Grand Central Station became what it is today because of the various railroads that thrived throughout the city. The station started back in 1871, based off the idea that people didnât want any pollution from the trains to pass 42nd street and into their backyards. Besides it being a terminal, Grand Central comes with retail stores, dining features, and markets to explore. Start at E.A.T Gifts. Get all the souvenirs out the way. Gifts ranging from $10-$30. Gifts that are useful and simple. If you have a  sweet tooth like so then stop by Zaro’s Family Bakery for some late night dessert ranging from bagels to cakes.
Friday
- Ready to be a New Yorker, 8am
Hop on that transit and take a ride down to Peter Pan Donut & Pastry Shop. Where they sell fresh baked pastries. Get a variety of donuts to fill your tummy with. This shop has been a great contribute to the city going on 60 years now. They use their own original recipes and has been keeping that tradition ever since they were founded back around the 1950âs. They were considered one of the greatest donut shops in America by Tastemade. This little shops completes your morning with positive energy and delicious treats. Go for the plain glazed donut, the bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich and nice cup of brewed coffee. That will ensure you itâs worth the wait.
- Ride of history, 10 am
After breakfast, Take the G train down to Hoyt street to visit the New York Transit Museum. This museum is one of the quickest ways to learn about how New York Transit in a short amount of time. I recommend anyone and everyone to make a trip here. The price ranges from $5-10. The museum brings to light facts that new yorkers have no knowledge about. To understand New York City is to understand our transit system because without it the city wouldnât have the amount of diversity and creativity it has today.
- The infamous library, 3pm
Everyone loves a good book to cuddle up with on a cold day, but what book? Check out the New York Public Library , the one located on 5th avenue and 42nd street. This library ranges from millions of material to enjoy. A great place to read up on history. They have documents dating back to 1939, according to https://www.nypl.org . They have over 90 locations throughout New York City. Books are free of charge to read and free to remove from the library with your very own library card. Letâs all thank James Lenox for this beautiful creations.
- The Rinks, 5:30pm
After a good read walk around the corner to the famous Bryant Park. Refuel at Bryant Park Cafe to get the body moving for the next event. In the fall and winter season, Bryant park in very best known for their Bank of America Winter Village, in other words their ice skating rink. prices goes from $20 – free if you bring your own skates. This experience creates a great opportunity for interacting with new yorkers and being apart of the diversity that is here in New York City, where everyone and anyone can skate together. By skating in Bryant Park you will
get a beautiful yet educational experience rather than just having fun. Â
Up View of Bryant Park skating rink, http://cdn.newsday.com/polopoly_fs/1.9525961.1479753259!/httpImage/image.jpg_gen/derivatives/display_1004/image.jpg
- Wind Down, 9pm
How does a Diner and a movie sound? Well check out Syndicated for a 9 oâclock unforgettable experience. Part dining and part theatre. A calm way to end the night. This theatre is creating history by putting two fundamentals together. The theatre showings are based around the season and holidays. Ticket prices start as low as $3. The theatre menu ranges from breakfast items like french toast sticks ~ $9 to snacks like popcorn for $6. They also have a bar that comes with select wines $6-12 and cocktails $12. A calm night for everyone.
Syndicated Theatre menu, http://syndicatedbk.com/theater-menu/
Saturday
- The night is still young, Midnight, 12am
Last night in town? No problem. Stop by the Fraunces Tavern for a late night exploration. The Fraunces Tavern is a restaurant and museum. Try a 14 oz Prime NY Strip for $37. Not in the mood for a meal? Get the Tavern Cheese Board ~ $15 and pair it with their French Press Coffee ~ $4.50. The Museum closes at 5pm but the restaurant closes at 2am. The visit to the tavern is to experience the variety of crafted beers they have to offer. Their beer prices ranges from $4-48 based on quality. A nice pint to put you to sleep.
- You still up, 6:35am
One thing people do enjoy is the sunrise. Take a walk through the Brooklyn Bridge , and watch âthe city that never sleepsâ, wake up and start their day or watch them end their day. This last journey is free of charge and worth every moment.
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Brooklyn Bridge sunrise. https://johnbatdorff.com/workshops/new-york-city-photography-workshop/
Lodging
Stay at the Marriott Hotel located at New York Marriott at The Brooklyn Bridge, 333 Adams Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. You can book through a third party for a rate of $169 a night for the month of December. A ten minute walk to the brooklyn bridge and a four minute walk to A, C, F, N, R, W, 2, 3, 4, and 5 trains.
Sources
https://johnbatdorff.com/workshops/new-york-city-photography-workshop/
http://syndicatedbk.com/theater-menu/
Bank of America Winter Village
Bryant Park is a great place for tourists this time of year.