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Tuesday, December 15, 2015

A Room with a View – New York Trip Part 1

We are back from a whirlwind trip to New York City! Boy am I exhausted. We accomplished so much while there. With only two and a half days in the city I’d say we hit a lot of the high points, but definitely need to go back. I’m having to break this up into a couple of posts because otherwise it would be too long. Here’s day 1.

When we landed at LaGuardia the hubs had arranged for a limo to pick us up. What a fun surprise! Once we checked into the hotel we made our way to the 32nd floor and had a great view of the Empire State Building.

Then we hit the ground running. Some of our plans fell through thanks to private events, but we made do. Had dinner at Sardi’s and sat near Neil Patrick Harris. 1st celebrity sighting! đŸ™‚ The food was really good, but my favorite was the appetizer we ordered; Parma Prosciutto with Melon, Parmesan, Pine Nuts and Extra Virgin Olive Oil. YUM! 

Then we made our way to Rockefeller Center to see the tree and skating rink. Across the street is Saks where we saw a beautiful light show and all their window displays (Vanity Fair images 17-24). Truly magical! The best part was that I had no idea the tree was right behind me while I was filming the light show so when I turned around I felt like a little kid on Christmas. It was so beautiful and exactly as I had pictured it. We waited in line and had professional photos taken. Not all of them turned out good, but we bought the digital versions anyway. It was the cheapest route to go for the few we did want. 

Light show at Saks
Then I turned around and saw this! Almost cried!
The hubs bought me the red coat I’ve always wanted!
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Then we went to Top of the Rock and saw amazing views of the city at night, made our way back to Times Square which honestly looked like daylight at midnight, visited the M&M store and the Hershey’s store, had a slice of a New York pizza, and called it a night.

Top of the Rock
View from bed
That’s day 1, check back Friday for the next part. Until next post…xoxo Becca
Monday, October 12, 2015

I’m In A New York State of Mind

Remember last week when I shared My Travel Bucket List? I was so excited to strikethrough New Orleans and now….now I get to visit New York City at Christmas time!!!! This is a lifelong dream!

The hubs and I are going with another couple. Everyone has been but me, so of course I’m busy researching all the touristy things plus the “like a local” places to go. I’m most excited to see the tree at Rockefeller Center, the storefronts because I’ve heard they are beautiful and creatively designed, Times Square, eat at Serendipity (yes because of the movie), and see the Rockettes (the hubs already purchased tickets). Of course there are a million more things to see, but those are my top must-do. If we have time I would like to see the Statue of Liberty and take a tour of Ellis Island. My ancestors came through Ellis Island from Scotland.

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This also means shopping!!! Must have warm (and cute) clothes. First things first are warm boots. Came across these ‘Lesley‘ waterproof suede wedge knee-high boots from UGG. The reviews say warm and comfy which means I’m sold đŸ™‚ I have a warm peacoat, but this wool blend moto jacket from Express is such a fun casual look. Not sure how warm it is, but I will keep watching the website for reviews. I’ve also been dying to have a red peacoat, add to my scarf collection, and wear cute hats and beanies. Goodness the hubs is going to kill me when I start purchasing all this stuff.

If you’ve been to NYC, what do you suggest doing/seeing? Oh and list some good places to eat. If you haven’t been, what’s on your list of things to do/see there?

Until next post…xoxo Becca

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