Support Small Businesses!
It’s no secret that small businesses everywhere are facing tough times, but given the fact that NYC has been on lockdown since March 16, we are especially hard hit. Here are some of our favorite ways to support small businesses: NYC & Company continues to highlight member businesses through three separate digital marketing initiatives: Virtual…
April 29, 2020
How to experience NYC during the pandemic
During this pandemic, we are definitely looking for as many silver linings as possible. Many of them can be found in the plethora of museums, parks, cultural institutions and entertainment venues that are offering FREE online tours and live-streams. Google Arts & Culture’s “9 Amazing Street Art Murals in New York.” Some of…
March 31, 2020
Top Five Things to do in Brooklyn
Did you know that Brooklyn is the 4th largest city in the US (if you separate it from New York City)? The borough has experienced an explosion of popularity in the last 10 years and is now on most tourists’ must do list when they come to New York City. We narrowed it down to the…
March 9, 2020
Ask an NYC Tour Guide: Most Frequently Asked Questions
Not only do our tours provide insights into each neighborhood that we explore, but our tour guides are frequently walking encyclopedias for all sorts of day-to-day knowledge about New York City and its boroughs. We thought it would be fun to poll our tour guides on the most frequently asked questions by guests: MEGAN:…
December 23, 2019
Why Williamsburg?
Visitors to New York City either think they know Williamsburg or that it’s just not for them. Having a more recent reputation as a home to hipsters or seeing the extensive L train renovations may have put you off from taking the trip over / under the East River. Well not only is Like A…
June 14, 2019
Go Behind the Scenes on our Industry City Tour
Last month we were asked to share our Industry City Tour with 24 representatives from NYC & Co offices around the world. We had guests from Australia, Korea, Argentina and many many more countries. We thought it would be fun to show you through photos what we did (and why our tour and Industry City…
April 23, 2019
Celebrate World Pride in NYC! 50 Years of Stonewall!
2019 marks the 50th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots and the birth of Gay Rights activism, making New York City the home for World Pride. These days we know Gay Pride as a movement for equality for all who identify as LGTBQIA. It has brought us powerful progressive legislation and now the first openly gay…
April 11, 2019
Because we are Happy! NYC’s best Happy Hours!
It’s always 5 o’clock somewhere, and in New York we can make our Happy Hours last all night! Now that Spring has Sprung and the weather is warmer, you’ll find the locals on the rooftops, sidewalks and speakeasies, sipping the latest cocktail trends, and all for those magic discounted prices. Knowing where to go is…
April 2, 2019
Thankful for NYC
We are so thankful to our wonderful partners and clients for allowing us to share this absolutely amazing city with people from all over the world. As we reflect on what we are thankful for this Thanksgiving, we wanted to share some of the reasons we are especially thankful for NYC: THE PEOPLE NYC is…
November 21, 2018
Interview with a Local: Nic Cowles, Tasting Room Manager of Van Brunt Stillhouse
One of the best things about Brooklyn is the craft maker movement. Several of our tours are built around experiencing this phenomenon which not only is an opportunity to learn about these dynamic businesses, but a chance to meet and interact with the people who built them. One of those places is Van Brunt Stillhouse…
August 17, 2018
Experience Industry City, Brooklyn’s New Design District!
You might have heard about Industry City in Sunset Park, Brooklyn’s 3.5 acre, 6 million square foot mixed used complex with amazing restaurants, shops, artist studios, co-working spaces and more. We were lucky to have been give a tour of the entire campus and we can’t wait to share what we learned. MADE IN BROOKLYN…
April 11, 2018
10… 9… 8… here’s where we think you should celebrate NYE in NYC!
William Vale = Great spot to see the fireworks over the Manhattan skyline. Specialty cocktails, passed canapes, and live music from The Broadway Project. Tickets starting at $275. TICKETS Brooklyn Brewery = $115 open beer bar, live DJ, food and a special midnight toast: “At midnight we’ll kick off 2018 with a toast of an…
December 15, 2017
Not Your Average Day and Night in Brooklyn
We recently put together an itinerary that somehow manages to cover much of the Best of Brooklyn, which is no easy feat! In the spirit of the holiday season, we are sharing it with you! PS – we have contacts at many of the establishments listed in this itinerary so contact us if you would…
December 13, 2017
Brooklyn Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries
Get your buzz on with a visit to these Brooklyn breweries, wineries and distilleries! Create your own crawl or let us do the work for you – click to see our tour! BROOKLYN BREWERIES New York City has a long, storied tradition of brewing beer, but since prohibition, very few breweries came back. Until now. And…
September 26, 2017
Interview with a Local: Frenchie Ferenczi, Director of Cultural Programming at The William Vale
As we mentioned in our Where to Stay in NYC & Brooklyn articles, there is no shortage of fabulous accommodations in Brooklyn, and one of our favorites is The William Vale. I came to know about our next interviewee, Frenchie Ferenczi, through a couple of fantastic events that I attended there. How did you come…
September 20, 2017
Dog Adopted on our Sunday Funday Brooklyn Tour!
One of my all time favorite places in Brooklyn is Artists & Fleas. I do my birthday and holiday shopping there and scored the most amazing vintage bomber jacket there this summer. Aside from all the amazing vendors they have, they have hosted some fun events and are very much part of the Williamsburg community….
August 30, 2017
Brooklyn Vintage Shopping
Why spend all that dough on basic, boring clothes, when you can spend less and find one-of-a-kind pieces that have had a history?! AND, shopping vintage is so much more environmentally friendly than buying new! Whether you’re local or traveling to NYC, don’t be intimated — Brooklyn has some of the best (and best priced)…
August 17, 2017
Interview with a Local: Meghan Love of Mable’s Smokehouse
Mable’s Smokehouse has been a neighborhood gem in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, since it opened in 2012. A BBQ joint is a bit unorthodox for the neighborhood and perhaps that is precisely why it’s so beloved – plus the food is incredible. Praised by the New York Times, Food & Wine Magazine, Eater, Travel Channel, New York…
June 19, 2017
Summertime at Brooklyn Bridge Park & DUMBO
The Brooklyn Heights Promenade will take your breath away. If you’ve watched Annie Hall and Moonstruck, you’ve seen this iconic spot. According to the NY Harbor Parks website, it is one-third of a mile long, it offers a vista of the Statue of Liberty, the Manhattan skyline and the majestic Brooklyn Bridge. Lined with flower beds,…
May 2, 2017
Finally! Smorgasburg is back. Here’s what to eat at this Brooklyn Foodie Mecca!
We always know summer is around the corner when our beloved Smorgasburg is back in business. Located on the Williamsburg Brooklyn waterfront (the views of NYC are fabulous as is the food), this is one of our favorite Saturday activities. After our Flatiron Food Tour and Williamsburg Brooklyn Food Tour of course. “Smorgasburg is the…
April 3, 2017
Interview with a Local: Anna Ward, Artists & Fleas Market Manager
If you’re a Brooklynite, you have likely been to Artists and Fleas. If not, according to Founders Amy and Ronen, Artists & Fleas is, “Part community gathering spot, part hipster haven, Artists & Fleas has hosted thousands of artists and vendors since opening its doors. It’s a place where buyers find unique designs, artists and…
February 21, 2017
Warm Up with Live Music in Brooklyn
One of the best things to do in NYC and Brooklyn is catch live music. Especially in winter. Whether you’re down for a romantic night of jazz or want to see some up and coming indie bands, Brooklyn has a venue for everything. We put together an exhaustive list of all our favorite music spots….
February 14, 2017