Avenues and Alleys’ Brett Leveridge on Christmas in NYC

Avenues and Alleys founder Brett LeveridgeWe’re pleased to announce that Brett Leveridge, the man behind Avenues and Alleys, has a story in Guideposts magazine’s popular annual holiday publication, The Joys of Christmas.

In the story, Brett talks about the prominent role NYC has played role in forging America’s Christmas traditions and gives readers a sneak peek of what they’ll experience when they participate in one of our Christmas in NYC walking tours.

You’re encouraged to read the story and if you’re going to be in NYC for the holidays, book your tour early before all the slots are filled.

Christmas in NYC Tour Returns for 2015!

Hey New Yorkers, if you have holiday guests arriving in the coming weeks, you may well find yourself scrambling for activities to keep them occupied. Why stress? Let Avenues and Alleys take over. Treat your guests to our Christmas in NYC walking tour!

Christmas in NYC: Macy's on 34th StreetOur Christmas in NYC Tour is a 90-minute walk during which we visit the sites and share the stories that have made New York City the Christmas Capitol of America. This midtown tour includes a look at Macy’s, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center‘s legendary Christmas tree, St. Patrick’s Cathedral and a string of gorgeous holiday window displays at such iconic establishments as Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany and Co., and Bergdorf Goodman. We’ll also discuss New York’s iconic contributions to the holidays as they’re celebrated today, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular, and even Santa Claus himself.

This seasonal tour is available for booking from Friday, November 27, through Friday, January 1, on the following schedule: Monday-Friday: 9 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday: 12pm, 3pm, and 6pm. Contact us at info@avenuesandalleys.com to make arrangements.

The fee for the tour is $60 for up to four guests. Additional guests may be included at $10 per person.

If the above times don’t fit your guests’ schedule, other times might be available. Please contact us, and we will do our best to accommodate you.

We can’t wait to show you the town!

Pass the stuffing, please

Planning a trip to NYC for Thanksgiving? Man cannot live on floats and giant balloons alone. You’re going to want some turkey and perhaps even some pumpkin pie, no? Don’t fret—the indispensable Manhattan’s User Guide has compiled an extensive list of eateries that will be serving on Thanksgiving; there’s bound to be one near you.

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