Summer in New York City is always an exciting time of year, filled with adventure at every street corner. Wake up and head straight for a filling breakfast in Rick’s Café at the Casablanca Hotel.

When travelling with the family, you want to plan a trip that is fun and easy for everyone!  And since you already know what do to when visiting NYC with your family, we want to help you decide where to stay.  At Hotel Giraffe, you’ll find a multitude of features to make family travel a pleasure, which is why we won the Citysearch Best of New York ‘Best Family Friendly Hotel award!

Traditions in NYC run deep. From the yearly marathons and parades to the yearly tree lighting ceremonies, we New Yorker’s love a reason to celebrate our city! If you have yet to experience a newer tradition, Summer Streets, then this may be your opportunity. Summer Streets is an annual celebration of NYC’s most valuable public space—our streets! Hosted over the first 3 Saturdays of August (4th, 11th and 18th)! Summer Streets runs all the way from Central Park to the Brooklyn

SOHO – South Of HOuston Summer is here in New York City! It’s time to relax and enjoy brunch or a day full of shopping on the streets of SOHO. SOHO offers a variety of trendy restaurants and both designer-boutiques and exotic shops. This one of a kind area is lined with cobblestone streets and covered in cast-iron-fronted buildings that create a tasteful and fascinating environment. From the Elysée Hotel it’s just a five minute walk to the Subway.  The

Father’s Day is this weekend! Need plans for a fun filled day in NYC with Dad? All over NYC there are all types of adventures and experiences for every type of person, family, and most importantly, fathers! We have created a list of some of the most unique and creative ways  you can spend your day around the city; with everything from experiencing virtual reality to seeing Babe Ruth’s famous jersey, this Father’s Day will be one to remember!

Baseball is such a big part of New York City.  When you think of visiting our concrete jungle, you probably think of skyscrapers, the theater, Wall Street, or maybe “the city that never sleeps”. That’s all great but in the heart of the summer when the weather is perfect and it’s a calm cool sunny day, there is nothing like visiting a beautiful New York City park. Central Park, the Highline, Liberty Park, Bryant Park, Bronx Botanical Gardens are just

So you’re coming to NYC!  For sure, you want to show off your trip to all your friends.  What should you see and what do you need to take pictures of you ask?  Ahh…here are a few of our favorite picture worthy places.  These spots are sure to impress.  Can you snap all of them?  If you can, tag us!  We would love to check them out!

As the spring weather begins to settle in, we know a very special day is just around the corner. A day to show a little extra love and appreciation to our mothers, grandmothers, wives, aunts, and all those who love with a mother’s heart. This city is filled so many restaurants from casual and hearty to luxurious and light, you’re sure to find the perfect fit.  We decided to share with you some of our brunch recommendations in the heart of

Let’s face it, there is no bad time to visit New York City.  Manhattan is a good idea, no matter when you decide to come.  It just depends on why you want to visit or if you enjoy crowds or perhaps you like to enjoy a bit of peace (hard to find in this city that doesn’t sleep).  With 2016 coming to a close and the fantasies of 2017 nearing, we know you all want to get a head start

The Christmas season in Budapest is truly the most beautiful and a delightful sensory experience of the year: full of colours, festive sounds, and enticing smells. From mid-November through December, the city comes to life as outdoor holiday markets pop-up throughout the town selling arts and crafts, unique locally-produced souvenirs, clothing and so much more. Even if you don’t plan to do much shopping, the atmosphere is fun and many markets offer fantastic seasonal foods and warm drinks. Here is our