What’s on in New York: The December Edition
Are you planning a trip to New York December? We’ve put together a list of our must-see sights this December! Winter in Bryant Park With ice-skating, over 170 holiday shops and some of the best food stalls around! Winter in Bryant Park is a must for those visiting New York City over the Winter season! […]
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Thanksgiving Day Traditions
In many American households, the Thanksgiving celebration has lost much of its original historical significance; instead, it now centers on cooking and sharing a bountiful meal with family and friends. Thanksgiving takes place this year on Thursday 22nd November, so we decided to share some of our favorite Thanksgiving Traditions with you. Macy’s Thanksgiving Day […]
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What’s On In New York? The November Edition
Visiting New York this November? Well we’ve compiled a list of our top things to do and see in the city this month! Winter in Bryant Park 1st November With ice-skating, over 170 holiday shops and some of the best food stalls around! Winter in Bryant Park is a must for those visiting New York […]
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Halloween in New York: Things To See and Do
About Halloween Halloween is an annual holiday celebrated each year on October 31. It originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts and evil spirits. Over time, Halloween evolved into a day of activities like trick-or-treating, carving jack-o-lanterns, dressing up and eating sweet […]
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Top Things To Do In The City This October
New York Coffee Festival Love coffee? Well, then you’re in luck! The New York Coffee Festival is a weekend-long fest featuring tastings, interactive workshops and barista demonstrations from more than 85 coffee-industry insiders. It runs from Friday October 13th – Sunday, October 15th! Ice Skating at the Rockefeller Center The rink opens in October, so […]
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Visit our favorite spots in Central Park!
No trip to New York is complete without a visit to Central Park, located between Fifth Avenue and Eighth Avenue and running from 59th Street to 110th Street, it is the most visited urban park in the United States. We’ve picked some of our favorite spots for you to visit! Central Park Zoo Central Park […]
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Top 5 Places To Shop in New York City
New York is famous for its shopping! Whether you want designer goods or vintage pieces, you’ll find everything you want and need in New York City! We’ve put together our TOP 5 places to shop when you visit the Big Apple! 1. Macy’s Macy’s Herald Square is one of the largest department stores in the […]
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What’s on in New York City: August Edition
What’s on in New York City: August Edition New York City is known for being the city that never sleeps for a reason. There is always something to see, hear, or eat. Make the most of your trip and check out some of the events happening this month. There’s something for everyone whether you want […]
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Top 5 Outdoor Activities for Exploring New York City
Top 5 Outdoor Activities for Exploring New York City When heading to New York City the best way to explore the Big Apple is to take a bite out of it. What does this mean? It means leaving your hotel for a bit and exploring all that the city has to offer. If you’re fortunate […]
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Top Do’s and Don’ts as a tourist in NYC
“The city that never sleeps” is one of New York’s well known nicknames – and rightfully so! The constant hustle and bustle, the continuous march of people parading through the streets, the monotonous noise of ongoing traffic and subways passing! So how does one survive this city as a first time visitor? Here are some […]
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Summer in New York!
Whether it’s the yellow cabs, the neon rush of Time Square, or simply the familiar wood panelling of the iconic Fitzpatrick’s hotel- there is no doubt that New York City is a delicious blur of excitement that is perfect for families to explore – especially in summer. From bird-watching in Central Park to frequent open-air […]
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Experience New York in just one day!
Your dreams have come true and you’re finally in New York! But, you only have one day! Take a deep breath and let us help you. Here at Fitzpatricks Hotels New York we’ll be delighted to give Teddy Fitz a day off just to give you an amazing tour of the best New York attractions! […]
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Family Reunion
In today’s world, many families have become scattered far and wide throughout the globe with people choosing to move away to seek opportunities or to simply indulge their inner wanderlust. As a result family reunions have become important occasions, providing the perfect opportunity to reconnect with family and to create memories that last a lifetime! […]
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Top 10 Things to do at Christmas in New York
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and during the festive Season New York offers an unforgettable experience, perfect for getting you into the holiday spirit! And here at Fitzpatrick Hotels New York, we’ve complied our Top 10 Things to do during the holiday season! 1. Bryant Park Winter Village Located between Fifth and […]
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Things to do in New York
New York and its iconic landscape is one of the world’s most popular destinations and as such there’s plenty of things to see and do! But with so much see it can become overwhelming not knowing where to start but here at Fitzpatrick Hotels New York we have devised our very own bucket list of […]
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Fall in New York
As the weather cools down and the trees begin the change, the stunning and vibrant colors come to life in NYC. Fall in New York provides you with a multitude of activities to immerse yourself in all that the city has to offer. Some highlights include: Ice Skating at the Rockefellar Center: Ice skating at […]
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Your New York Wedding
New York is one of the most magical and enchanting destinations to either tie the knot or to experience your honeymoon! In the city where dreams are made of you’ll certainly create memories that will last a lifetime! For those coming to say I do…. New York offers a spectacular backdrop for those coming to […]
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The Best Events in New York This Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day Weekend has arrived!! For many this weekend signals the official start of the summer, with parades and BBQs being held throughout the city to get you into the summer swing! For those outside the US, Memorial Day is on the last Monday in May every year. This special day remembers the sacrifices our […]
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The Waldorf Astoria Closes its Doors
The hotel business is VERY competitive. Those serious about it approach hospitality with a level of commitment that is almost like a religious calling. Here at Fitzpatrick Hotels, our mission is to exceed the expectations of our guests by providing personal attention and unparalleled service that inspires them to return again, and again. We live […]
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St. Patrick’s Day in New York
St. Patrick’s Day is a celebration of Irish culture and if you are in New York for March 17th you are in for a treat as the city celebrates everything Irish. The date is marked by the death of Saint Patrick, Ireland’s most celebrated patron saint who brought Christianity to Ireland. St. Patrick’s Day Parade […]
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Family Friendly President Day Activities When Visiting New York
Presidents’ Day weekend has arrived! If you are visiting New York for the weekend you are in for a treat as it is Presidents’ day weekend. This public holiday is celebrated every year on the third Monday of February. This holiday was originally dedicated to the first President of the United States, George Washington, but […]
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It’s National Pizza Day
For a city that is so far from Italy, New York City has a lot of really good pizza restaurants. That’s because New Yorkers love pizza and at Fitzpatrick Hotels New York it is no different, we really love pizza. So it is no surprise that we look forward to National Pizza Day every year […]
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The Best Events to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr Day in NYC
All over America there are fantastic events to celebrate the great Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day and here in New York City it is no different. Throughout his life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr dedicated himself to civil rights, non violent opposition and community service. Since January 1986 when it became a nationwide holiday […]
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Christmas Markets in Manhattan
NYC is famous for many things leading up to the Christmas Holidays and one the most famous is their Christmas Markets around Manhattan. It is the most festive time of year and this is displayed beautifully at the top markets in Manhattan. If you have come to shop in New York at this time of […]
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Something Different in Manhattan
New York consistently ranks in the top ten list of city breaks for tourist and its easy to see why. With so many places to visit and things to do it can be difficult to know what to see and do and it would be impossible to pack it all into a short or even a long […]
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Manhattan Hotels
New York Manhattan New York is made up of five boroughs: Brooklyn, the Bronx, Manhattan, Queens and Staten Island. While Manhattan may be the smallest in size of all the five boroughs, it is packed with New Yorks biggest attractions, dining and unforgettable views. It is in many ways the center of the action in […]
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Meet John Fitzpatrick
John Fitzpatrick, is a well known hotelier and philanthropist, and owner of the Fitzpatrick Hotel Group New York. He was born in Dublin, and with his father, brothers and sisters worked in many of the Fitzpatrick Hotel Group’s Irish hotels in the 1970’s and 1980’s. He has called New York home since he opened the […]
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Top 5th Avenue Shopping Tips
A trip to New York would not be complete without a visit to New Yorks’ most famous shopping district Fifth Avenue. For visitors looking for the ideal Manhattan New York Hotel, Fitzpatrick Manhattan Hotel is located a mere stone throws away form Fifth Avenue making it the perfect location for your 5th avenue shopping. In […]
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Shopping near Grand Central Station
The area around Grand Central serves not only as one of the busiest transportation hubs in the world but is a great destination for shopping and dining. The Fitzpatrick Grand Central hotel is only a stones throw away from the iconic landmark and the exceptional shopping facilities that come along with it. Grand Central The […]
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Unusual Tours in New York
Jet Ski Tour Looking to take in New York from a unique and different perspective? Why not witness some of New York’s most iconic and captivating sights from a Jet Ski? The NYC Harbor Jet Ski is a 4 hour excursion to Manhattan, where you will have a front seat to all New York’s greatest […]
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First timers in New York:
Visiting New York is an incredible experience and there is always so much to see and do; you could spend years in the city and not experience half of it. If you are in New York for a short visit it can be difficult to know what to see or put off until your next […]
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Spring Guide to Midtown Manhattan
With Winter fading into our memories its time for spring in Manhattan. While its not time just yet to get out the summer clothes, there is still lots to see and do this time of the year. Manhattan has everything from festivals, parades, exhibitions an of course shopping. The Macy’s Flower Show Spring means its […]
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