New York City . December 2023
Although I have been to New York several times before, experiencing the charm of Christmas in this city felt so magical. The dazzling lights, festive window displays, and holiday markets wrapped the city in a cozy yet enthralling atmosphere. Like a nostalgic holiday movie, it made my Christmas loving heart so happy.
Favorite sights & experiences:
The garland and lights welcoming us to our hotel - Romer Hell's Kitchen. Sparkling Christmas ornaments at Bloomingdale's. Lingering fall colors in Central Park. The Met steps (a real life Serena and Blair moment). Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Saks Fifth Avenue light show and window display. Holiday display in The Beekman Hotel atrium. Walking the Brooklyn Bridge. Wicked on Broadway. Bryant Park Christmas Market.
 
Favorite sips & eats:
Frozen hot chocolate at Serendipity. Cookies at Levain Bakery. Pizza and pasta at Angelo's Coal Oven Pizzeria. Liberty Bagels. Soup dumplings in China Town. Cannoli's at Caffé Palermo in Little Italy. Coffee at Ralph's coffee truck and Ground Central.