A very special and unique position demands a very special person to fill the role. For guests at the Aria Hotel, our Musical Director, Kornél Magyar, is an ambassador of music and culture, and all things Hungarian. A perfect fit for the position, even Kornél’s last name means “Hungarian.” As a performing artist and music critic from Hungary, Kornél studies mainly traditional and classical music of India and Indonesia. Since 2001, he has been performing and teaching ethnic music genres, but

Are you wondering what show you should see tonight (or the next time you are staying with us)? Here’s Shari on the Aisle’s guide to help you decide which Broadway musical(s) to see right now, based on your personal preferences. Read the “YOU” descriptions below, choose the one that best represents you, then go see a show! Keep in mind: this list is far from exhaustive. With the Broadway Spring season well under way, there are abundant choices for both the occasional

It is our favorite time of the year again…National Poetry Month! With our 3rd Annual Haiku Challenge under way, we have already received a number of fantastic entries. If you haven’t already, you absolutely must check out the competition! We’re truly hoping that if this year is anything like our challenge in 2013 and 2014, there are many more beautiful, creative, and insightful haiku to come!

New York City is a foodie’s paradise!  Whether you’re craving authentic foreign cuisine or something closer to home, this is the place for you.  For me, close to home means a yummy mouthwatering burger.  David, the Reservations Manager at Hotel Giraffe, happens to agree!  David was born and raised in The Big Apple and he was kind enough to share his favorite places for an American Classic.

In just a few days, revelers dressed in green will descend on the streets of New York City to celebrate what is perhaps one of the rowdiest days on the NYC parade roster: Saint Patrick’s Day! Did you know that the New York City St. Patrick’s Day parade has happened every year for the past 253 years? That’s 14 years before the Declaration of Independence was signed! It is billed as the largest parade in the world with over a quarter

Shari, our Theatre Critic in Residence, has given us  the skinny on the upcoming Spring Musicals and it is enough to warm any  theatre lover’s heart: Warmer weather and the new Spring Broadway season will be here before you know it, with some shows already beginning previews. Here are a few musicals that are coming up soon—two revivals and one new work. (Keep in mind that dates are subject to change). For a look at the season’s upcoming plays, read

Are you looking for a romantic evening out? No one does it better than the French. Manhattan is home to some of the most celebrated French restaurants outside of Paris. From elegant 5 star restaurants to a fun night out, let The Library Hotel Collection help you embrace your joie de vivre and enjoy New York’s finest French cuisine. Le Bernardin- 155 W 51st St (Midtown west) $$$$- Consistently a mind blowing experience. From the second you walk in to the minute you

The Holiday Season is officially here in NYC and love is in the air!  People travel from all over the world with their loved ones to see the twinkling lights, shop, ice skate…and propose!  Here are Library Hotel Collection’s favorite ‘hot spots’ for proposals during the Holiday Season:

After a long day of sight seeing on a cold New York day, there is nothing better than settling into a warm inviting booth at Tony’s DiNapoli. Tony’s serves up some of the best Old New York Italian favorites right next door to the Casablanca . This year it won the Open Table Diners’ Choice Award and for good reason!

“New York, New York! It’s a helluva town!” New York City is known for many different things, but I would say New York is most famous for their amazing Broadway musicals and plays. Whether you are looking to see a New York Classic such as On the Town and the Lion King, or you would rather an ‘adults only show’ like Cabaret or  Kinky Boots, there are many different ways to purchase these tickets. Library Hotel Collection would love to help you find the best ways