Spring is an uplifting, warm, and fun-filled time to visit New York City. It’s also an ideal time because it’s when your kids’ school vacation happens to land. There are a number of destinations, exciting events, and activities that would be exceptionally fun for a family coming to the Big Apple this time of year.
The holiday season can be taxing for a range of reasons. You might still be cooling down from spending just a little too much time with your parents or in-laws. Or you’re still recovering from being herded through the hectic, delay-filled airports. Whatever your stress may be, it’s understandable if you need a post-holiday recharge.
Autumn is coming back, which is exciting for those of us who love all of the most typical, stereotypical fall delights. If you’re the type who enjoys something a bit more nuanced, or unique, then you might want to try putting a New York spin on any pumpkin-spiced tradition you can imagine.
National Dog Day is coming up fast, and if you want to be in New York City this August and with your furry companion, then we have you covered. In addition to welcoming pets here at Hotel 48LEX, we can also help point you in the direction of a number of great nearby locations to take your pooch to help celebrate the day and enjoy your stay.
New York City is coming alive more and more every season, and this summer is shaping up to be more fun than it has been in years. With the return of some tried-and-true traditions, as well as a number of exciting performances and city events taking place, travelers have a lot to look forward to and choose from when making their plans. To help bring some context to that process, we created a guide to fun in New York City this summer.
We might not be able to travel now, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy the benefits of travel from home. Let the kids explore, discover, and learn about a new destination with the Hotel 48LEX Scavenger Hunt.
There are endless reasons to visit New York in 2020. These are just a few to get you inspired. For even more tips, just follow the Hotel 48LEX New York blog for everything you need to know about exploring Manhattan and beyond.
If you want to follow the well-heeled locals in New York, just spend 48 hours on the Upper East Side. The neighborhood’s doors lead to many of the city’s best restaurants and cultural attractions — and chances are at least one will be held by a white-glove doorman. And because it’s located just a hop, skip, and jump from Midtown, it’s easy to spend the weekend on the Upper East Side.
New York, New York (So Good They Named It Twice). The Big Apple packs in enough things to do and see for a lifetime, but what if you only have the weekend? Even if you’re just in town for a long weekend, our guide to 48 hours in Midtown will help you experience it the right way — like a New Yorker.
The holidays in NYC have been chronicled in countless movies, but living the magic yourself is a whole new experience. While many empty out of the city for Thanksgiving, like transplants who return home, the locals stay behind. From the spectacle of the world’s most famous parade to an array of outdoor events that will make the city feel like a world all your own, here’s how to do Thanksgiving like a real New Yorker.
