Let's meet in our hotel lobby at 2pm to get started.

Stroll through Madison Square Park, the Flatiron District, Union Square, the High Line, and Chelsea Market—where iconic landmarks meet hidden gems. It’s a blend of classic New York and unexpected charm, for a city experience that’s far from ordinary.

The Empire State Building with it's art deco design is a national historic landmark and an iconic landmark recognized worldwide. This architectural marvel was completed in 1931 in just over a year during The Great Depression.

We'll ascend to the top, but won't be using the 1,860 steps, so don't worry about this. Once there be prepared for an astonishing 360 degree view of Manhattan and the surrounding area.

Breakfast at your leisure in the hotel. We will plan to meet in the lobby at 9:30 for our venture to discover more neighborhoods in NYC.

After breakfast in the hotel, we will all meet in the lobby and head out for the day walking downtown, the place where NYC really began.

From Soho's cast-iron architecture and cobblestone streets, the Village's creative vibe, and on to the immigrant neighborhoods of Little Italy and Chinatown.

We'll make a stop at the World Trade Center, the powerful and moving site which has shaped American and world history.

Because these neighborhoods each tell very different stories — all part of what makes NYC electric, diverse, and unforgettable.

No visit to NYC isn't complete without a few slices of pizza. We'll be hunting down the best with many places to choose from for lunch today.

After we eat lunch, take some free time in the area to pop into some stores or head back to the hotel and relax.

We'll enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant then walk back to our hotel for the evening.

After breakfast in the hotel grab your swimsuit and lounge wear for a day on Governors Island. We'll take the ferry from the southern most point of Manhattan and in less than 10 minutes we'll arrive. A little history and a lot of pampering is on the menu.

Just an 8-minute ferry ride from Manhattan, Governors Island feels like you’ve stepped out of the city without actually leaving it. It's car-free, breezy, and full of history, green space, and stunning skyline views of NYC.

You’ll get backstories about the island’s past—from colonial forts to military outposts to its modern rebirth as a public park on this one hour tour. See historic military sites, and parks which offers stunning 360 degree views of Manhattan, Brooklyn, Staten Island, and the Statue of Liberty.

Housed in beautifully restored army barracks with Italian elegance, the QC Spa blends historic architecture with luxe design and thoughtful details. Enjoy themed saunas, Vichy showers, infrared beds, foot baths, hydrojet lounges, and relaxation rooms with unique atmospheres. It’s basically a micro retreat without leaving the city.

We'll enjoy a light lunch at the spa. Additional massage services are available upon request.

With an early sunset approaching, we'll take a quick walk from the spa to the Collective Retreat Sunset Terrace for a toast to new friends.

Return to Manhattan by ferry then plan to head to Little Italy for quintessential Italian food.

This final day ushers in the holiday season. After breakfast in the hotel we'll take the subway to the Guggenheim Museum.

The Guggenheim isn’t just a place with art—it is art. Designed by legendary architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the building is one of the most iconic in the world. Instead of traditional floors, the museum spirals upward, so you walk up a gentle ramp and view art in a flowing, open space. It’s like no other museum experience.

The museum houses one of the most impressive collections of modern and contemporary art—think Picasso, Kandinsky, Rothko, Pollock, and more. Exhibits rotate, so there's always something new to see, whether you're into abstract, surrealism, or cutting-edge installations.

Fifth Avenue is one of the most famous shopping streets in the world. Walking down it feels like stepping into a scene from a movie—think "Breakfast at Tiffany’s," "Sex and the City," or pretty much every classic NYC film. This is a great area to pick up a little trinket for yourself.

The Rockettes have been dazzling audiences since 1932. Their high-kicks, precision dancing, and over-the-top performances are a huge part of NYC’s entertainment history—especially during the Christmas Spectacular, which is a tradition for locals and visitors alike. If you've seen this once or many times, it will definitely be a fun experience.

From glittering costumes, massive sets, a live animal nativity scene to eye-popping visuals this is the kind of over-the-top production Broadway dreams are made of.

Let's toast to new friendships at our last breakfast together. Breakfast in Chelsea just around the corner.

Hotel check-out is noon. You may store your bags here if you're not leaving until later in the day.

As this incredible journey comes to a close and you prepare to head home, may your hearts be full of joy, your minds buzzing with unforgettable memories, and your friendships stronger than ever. Until we meet again on another adventure in some far-off corner of the world, keep your wanderlust burning bright and never stop exploring.

Wishing you safe travels—and here’s to the next adventure together! XOXO