Archive for December, 2010

NY Holiday Sightseeing: Enchanting Light Displays Will Get You in the Holiday Spirit

December 9, 2010

During the holiday season, the city comes alive with charming and romantic light displays. Whether you’ve lived in NY your entire life or you’re just visiting for the holidays, this is a sightseeing opportunity that only comes once a year. So gather up your friends and loved ones, plan the spots you want to go in New York and rent a limousine. Viewing the lights from the warmth of the luxurious limo with wine and loved ones by your side will make for a perfect city night. Here’s what you should see:

Dyker Heights Christmas Lights: Check out the gigantic toy soldiers and Santa at the Polizzotto home at 1145 84th Street as well as the Scrooge and his ghosts of Christmas past, present and future at 1062 84th Street. They’re definitely a sight to see.

Saks Fifth Avenue Crystalline Snowflakes: Every year, starting in November, large snowflakes inspired by Wilson Bentley’s photographs light up the front of Saks Fifth Avenue (611 Fifth Ave at 49th St), sparking for all to see. Roll down the windows in your New York limousine to hear a modern version of “Carol of the Bells” to capture the full dreamlike experience.

Time Warner Center: This spectacular display of 14-foot-wide stars hanging from the mall’s ceiling sets the mood for the holiday season as they change colors to the beat of holiday favorites. The captivating display will leave you speechless. Have your limo drop you off at 10 Columbus Circle at Broadway.

So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get sightseeing! Visit FiveTownsLimo.com to rent a glamorous limousine and for even more ideas for holiday fun, check out TimeOutNewYork.com.

NY Sightseeing: 3 Holiday Shows You Can’t Miss

December 2, 2010

While you're out NY sightseeing this holiday season, don't miss the Nutcracker ballet.

Visiting New York for the holiday season? NY sightseeing is a must! The city is so magical during the holiday season and there’s plenty to see. So get dressed up, hire a luxurious New York limo service and arrive to these three special holiday shows in style.

 

Radio City Christmas Spectacular: The Radio City Rockettes star in this holiday celebration. Attendees will see the Rockettes dressed as Santa’s reindeer, toy soliders and the special “Living Nativity” scene. There’s fun to be had for the whole family at this special Christmas extravaganza.

New York Botanical Garden Holiday Train Show: Come view over a dozen model railway trains venture around a detailed New York City landscape, including landmarks such as the Empire State Building, the original Penn Station and the old Yankee Stadium. The best part is that the entire set is made of natural materials such as leaves, twigs, bark and berries. You have to see it to believe it.

The Nutcracker at the New York City Ballet: Let the New York City Ballet take you to a land of Sugar Plum Fairies and toy soldiers. This enchanting rendition of the 1954 classic Nutcracker will delight and excite you.