- Although the prices may be steep, staying at a bed and breakfast in New York City during Christmas time is a memory-making experience. Reservations can be made ahead of time at BedandBreakfast.com. You would get a feeling of being away from the city crowds along with having the convenience and magical experience of being in the city.
- In the New York Times, Jennifer Lee states that the windows of some department stores in New York City put on Holiday shows. Many of them have actors, set designers, composers and engineers. Make this an unforgettable day or night out in New York City. Start off by warming up with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate from one of the many coffee shops in the city. With a warmed up body, start at Saks Fifth Avenue, followed by Lord and Taylor and Macy's and gawk at the spectacular array of holiday décor. According to NYC.com, department stores such as Macy's, Lord and Taylor, and Saks Fifth Avenue have holiday window displays that you will not want to miss.
- Seeing a show in New York City is a must-do when visiting. However, seeing Wintuk, a Cirque Du Soleil show, is a nice change of pace compared to the usual Nutcracker or Lighting of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. According to travelingmamas.com, tickets range in price from $40 to $200. Tickets can be purchased ahead of time on Cirquedusoleil.com. Arrive at the show an hour early, and get situated and seated and enjoy the show.
- If the trip to New York City is a family trip that includes small kids, take a Disney's "A Christmas Carroll" train ride which boards at Grand Central Station. It is not only geared toward kids, it is interesting for the whole family. Arrive at Grand Central Station early and enjoy the train ride.
- If you can't make it in time for the Disney train ride, Grand Central Terminal has a holiday fair that takes place from November 23rd through December 24th. Make sure to have extra cash because there will be all types of holiday vendors. According to Grandcentralterminal.com, there are handpicked vendors, artisans and craftspeople from all over.
