Mandarin Oriental Holiday Experiences
We all deserve to celebrate the holidays in the lap of luxury and there’s no better place to do so than New York City. From Thanksgiving to New Year’s Eve, five-star hotel Mandarin Oriental, New York is spreading the luxe for discerning cheer-seekers with exclusive holiday experiences. Tourists and locals will enjoy what the glitzy hotel, located steps from Lincoln Center on Columbus Circle, is offering this season.
For: Parade-lovers who avoid crowds
What: I Love a Parade Hotel Package
Experience: A bird’s eye view of the Thanksgiving Day Parade from the Mandarin Ballroom, which will feature a champagne bar and photo booth. Additionally, guests will receive mulled spiced hot cider in a keepsake mug. Rates begin at $1,125 per night for a minimum of two nights. Valid from November 25 to 28, 2014, based on availability, plus taxes and gratuities. Call for reservations +1 (212) 805-8800 or go to www.mandarinoriental.com.
For: Shoppers who want bragging rights
What: Bergdorf Goodman Holiday Window Hotel Package
Experience: An exclusive twist to one of NYC’s favorite holiday pastimes—viewing over-the-top department store windows. Package includes behind-the-scenes access to Bergdorf Goodman’s iconic holiday window presentation along Fifth Avenue to learn from one of the store’s visionary designers about the inspiration behind the theme. Rates start at $4,800 for a two-night stay in a premier Central Park View Suite or higher. Valid from November 17 to December 24, 2014, based on availability, plus taxes and gratuities. Additional nights may be booked at Best Available Rates. Call or go online for reservations.
For: Spoiling a sophisticated palate
What: Champagne and Caviar at the Lobby Lounge
Experience: Indulge with decadent pairings from the seasonal Champagne and Caviar Cart at the Lobby Lounge, complemented by panoramic views of Central Park and the Manhattan skyline from the 35th Floor. The high-end vintage selections include Krug Grande Cuvée MV and Louis Roederer Cristal 2006; flights are available for the indecisive oenophile. Match your bubbly with one of the exceptional caviars like Tsar Imperial Shassetra or Alverta President. On Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., listen to live music from Juilliard Jazz musicians. Call for reservations.
For: The party animal in black tie
What: New Year’s Eve Gala in the Mandarin Ballroom
Experience: A grand finale to the year, the annual New Year’s Eve Gala on December 31, 2014 is held in the stunning Mandarin Ballroom overlooking Central Park. The black-tie evening features an open bar cocktail hour and an array of butler-passed hors d’oeuvres. A six-course dinner with gourmet delicacies will be complemented with a dessert buffet. Live musical performances will have guests dancing their way into the New Year. Tickets are available from $1,250 to $1,500, plus tax and service charge, based on table preference and party size. For tickets, call +1 (212) 805 8915 or email NewYearsEveNYC@mohg.com. Guests may also book the New Year’s Eve Celebration hotel package by calling directly.
Nubia DuVall Wilson is a contributing writer. She is a luxury travel & lifestyle expert and published author of Encounters with Strangers. Learn more at www.nubiaduvall.com. Follow her on Twitter @NubiaWilson.
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