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A Toast to Teamwork: Fostering Connections with Year-End Festivities

As the year winds down and holiday spirits light up the atmosphere, it’s the perfect time for companies to reflect on the importance of workplace camaraderie and the celebration of collective achievements. With the backdrop of an alarming global loneliness epidemic, where over 300 million people face friendlessness and many cannot rely on a close…

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December 13, 2023

Elevate Corporate Morale with the Magic of a Catered Dessert Table

In the world of business, there’s no denying the importance of a motivated workforce and the role of workplace culture in ensuring it. And while many tools and tactics have been employed to achieve this, here’s a delectable way to enhance morale and workplace culture: a catered dessert table! A Confectionary Twist to Workplace Culture…

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September 12, 2023

A Perfect NYC Company Outing: Chelsea Market and High Line Food & Architecture Adventure

In the bustling heart of New York City, there’s a not-so-hidden gem that combines the best of culinary delights and architectural wonders – Chelsea Market and the High Line. When it comes to planning a company outing, the options are endless, but few experiences rival the unique blend of gastronomy and history offered by this…

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August 28, 2023

The Power of Corporate Social Responsibility

When Like A Local Tours first introduced a new initiative to create a variety of social impact experiences that connect with the local community, our tours  transformed from being a mere sightseeing venture to an unforgettable, immersive experience. We wanted our tours to be an opportunity to participate in an exchange of positive impact where…

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August 21, 2023

Creative Team Building Ideas in NYC

Whether you want to bring together a group of friends, family or employees, New York City is full of activities that encourage team bonding. When we plan an outing for a company, we first focus on what the group might be interested in. And to do that, we look at 4 buckets: Culinary History Art…

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July 7, 2023

Why you should book a food tour instead of a holiday party this year!

The holidays are a fun time to get together with your friends and family and coworkers. Whether it’s for your team who have been working hard all year, or an excuse to get all of your friends together, you should consider treating them to something special. I know what you’re thinking: “Why not just plan…

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November 18, 2022

Things to do on Governors Island

This historic island has been a popular location for picnics, military training and even concerts. Though it was originally part of the city’s defensive plans, Governor’s Island is now home to a unique mix of recreational activities and historical sites. Located in New York Harbor between the boroughs of Manhattan and Brooklyn, this small island—just…

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August 25, 2022

Get to Know the Guides!

Our guides at Like A Local Tours are more than just walking encyclopedias. They are part entertainer, part concierge, part stand-up comic, part friend, and whatever else you might need on tour!  Our tour guides bring destinations to life through the art of storytelling and leave lasting impressions with top-notch customer service. We asked a…

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August 22, 2022

The Benefits of Meaningful Community Engagement

Love exploring and want to do something meaningful while you do it? Our Social Impact Tours are a new way to explore a city, gain deeper understanding of the community around you and make a difference by volunteering. We offer Social Impact Tours that connect people from around the world to the stories, challenges and…

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May 23, 2022

Social Impact Experiences are More Impactful Corporate Volunteer Activities

The new generation of employees craves more than just their standard corporate job. Employees want experiences like team building activities with local non-profits or community organizations. We often think of “team building” as activities to bring co-workers together in a non-work context, like a sales incentive trip or a scavenger hunt. And while these excursions…

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May 22, 2022

Virtual tours are still going strong!

We miss our in person walking tours but our virtual tours are so much fun! Our private virtual tours are perfect for company teambuilding, birthdays or just a reason to safely get your friends and family together! Especially during this time when people are hungry for travel. It’s the next best thing. We currently have…

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July 11, 2020