This post summarizes the January weather in New York City, with tips on what to wear, as well as things to do. As local tour guides, we know that January can be very cold and have sometimes miserable weather. And I am not just a tour guide. I'm also a retired meteorologist who has found […]
In this post, we answer two questions: how long is the High Line and how long does it take to walk its entire length? The High Line is approximately 1.45 miles in length (or roughly 2.3 km) from its southernmost entrance at 14th Street to its northernmost entrance at 33rd Street at Hudson Yards. How […]
This post covers the best boat tour and cruise concessions available in the Miami area, South Florida. We include details about how to save money on a variety of sightseeing cruises, speedboat rides, sailing adventures, and kayak tours. Overview Boat tours and boat cruises in Miami provide a fantastic opportunity to explore the city's coastline […]
Central Park, New York City's green oasis, is considered by many to be the best park in the world. We’ve been leading Central Park tours for over 15 years. Here’s our insider list of 30 must-see highlights and experiences in NYC’s backyard I certainly think so but I'm biased since I am a native New […]
This post reviews the top plantation tours near New Orleans and reviews the tour operators that can transport you there in comfort. This guide includes overviews of several plantations, provides tips on how to save money with discount admission, whether a tour includes hotel pickup and other helpful details. If you have arrived at this […]
Some guests on our Chicago tours ask whether or not it's worth visiting the Museum of Science & Industry (MSI) and our answer is “Yes!” We do think it deserves your time if you are interested in this topic. It is an excellent museum and great for people of all ages. This post covers tickets, […]
This post is about the National September 11th Museum (a.k.a. the 9/11 Museum or World Trade Center Museum) and goes over ticket prices, guided tours, and tips to help you plan your visit. We also explain how to take advantage of Free Mondays, when admission is free for everyone between 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm. […]
Learn the history of Papa Noel, Revellion Dinners, and the origins of the Carnival Season, all while enjoying the sights, sounds, and lights of the Vieux Carre.
On this tour, you will learn about the Papa Noel story, traditional Catholic-Creole Christmas observations, and Christmas bonfires.
You will also learn what makes a Creole Christmas decoration, what constitutes a Revellion dinner, and finish off with the option to enjoy a holiday spirit
This post covers 29 of the best free things to do in Charleston, South Carolina, and its surrounding areas and is geared toward tourists and visitors. While Charleston is a relatively expensive city to visit, you can have an enjoyable visit on a budget. For tips on the most popular activities in Charleston, check out […]
This post compares the various Boston tourist discount passes including Boston CityPass, Go Boston Pass and other discount opportunities.
This post covers the best Nashville bus tours, including hop-on-hop-off bus tours, night tours, minibus tours, and tips for finding deals on tickets. This post was written with information from our local tour guides in Nashville who are familiar with the tours. They speak to guests on our tours about their experiences with bus tours […]
This post covers things to do at night in Boston, including a top 10 list, free, as well as family-friendly activities. We also cover restaurants, museums, and sites that are open late. Let's get started! TOP 10 ACTIVITIES AND ATTRACTIONS AT NIGHT The following section will cover our top ten things to do in Boston after […]
In this post, we explain what happy hour is and its origins as well as offer some resources to help you find happy hour deals near you in NYC. Those of you who are familiar with Happy Hour know why we call it ‘happy’. For those who aren't familiar and like a good drink but […]
This post covers a visit to the Harvard Natural History Museum, including details on tickets, deals, exhibits, and more.
This post is about visiting Trump Tower, how to get there, what to expect to see and information to help you decide if it is worth your time to visit. WHERE IS TRUMP TOWER Trump Tower is located at 721 Fifth Avenue, NY, between 56th and 57th Street (map). It is open to the public […]
A long time ago, before becoming a tour guide, I worked in Midtown Manhattan but didn't think of it as an area to spend my free time. But, wow, my opinion changed dramatically once I started getting to know the neighborhood over the past decade. Now my friends and I meet there all the time […]
