Christmas in New York

December 8-11, 2023

Since NYC is a favorite location of ours, we have a few suggestions for the best eats in NYC!
Stick with us… and we’ll be dipping into our favorite shops, eateries and snack joints all over midtown.

If time allows, we’ll spend the time checking out Times Square, Macy’s Santaland and the Grand Central Station and a few more spots along the way.

There's one more stop to make that perfectly encapsulates the Christmas spirit - a visit to the legendary Rolf's German Restaurant.
As a group we can decide if we want to stay around Bryant Park or go to Rolf’s and see if we can get a drink or lunch at the bar! (we do not have reservations and there will only be first come, first served space available at the bar= but just seeing this restaurant may be worth it!)

Nestled in Manhattan's Gramercy Park, Rolf's becomes a veritable Christmas spectacle during the holiday season. You're greeted by a riotous display of lights, baubles, tinsel, and mistletoe that cover every inch of its interior, creating a dazzlingly festive atmosphere that's nothing short of enchanting. But it's not just about the decorations; Rolf's is renowned for its hearty, authentic German fare, adding the wonderful aromas of mulled wine and bratwurst to the mix. It's easy to lose track of time in this festive wonderland, a place where holiday cheer is in full bloom. In this enchanting setting, it's hard not to feel swept up in the sheer magic of a New York City Christmas at Rolf's. It's a seasonal tradition that should be on every visitor's itinerary - a true Christmas spectacle, and a dining experience you'll never forget.

4p- Check into the hotel and get freshened up for the evening

5p- Happy Hour at Essex Oyster Bar

7p- Christmas Spectacular Show at Radio City Music Hall

This evening, experience a NYC Christmas tradition that started all the way back in 1933! At the Radio City Music Hall, the Rockettes perform their Christmas Spectacular Show! And we’ve already got great seats confirmed for you!

For nearly a century, the Rockettes have been American icons. Not only have they appeared at Radio City Music Hall in thousands of stage spectaculars, the dance company has also performed at the center of many memorable moments in history—like joining the USO and entertaining troops abroad during wartime and even performing at a Presidential inauguration.

* Lodging (3nt): The Time Hotel

The Time New York hotel introduces a new brand of relaxed luxury. A hidden gem nestled in the Theater District and just steps from Times Square offering a luxury lifestyle experience for all guests. Indulge yourself into a serenity that is all at once equally calming and energizing.

A destination for the creative class, The Time hotel draws inspiration from its talented neighbors in the worlds of music, theater and multimedia. Inside a secret world unfolds. Intriguing geometric artwork; a hidden, gem-like lounge and bar; a surreal elevator ride to perfectly cued accommodations – the further you venture inward, the more these pieces unfold to reveal moments of surprise.

8p- Christmas lights in Dyker Heights (Brooklyn)

If you still have a festive spark left in you after all the thrill and merriment, we have one more magical experience up our sleeve - a trip across the iconic Brooklyn Bridge to admire the dazzling Christmas lights of Dyker Heights.

This Brooklyn neighborhood is renowned for its extravagant holiday displays, where every home is a canvas for a twinkling array of lights, larger-than-life decorations, and festive grandeur. Walking through these illuminated streets, you'll feel as though you've stepped into a real-life Christmas fairy tale.

The Dyker Heights Christmas Lights are an awe-inspiring spectacle, a testament to the neighborhood's unwavering holiday spirit and a visual feast that's sure to brighten up even the coldest winter night. To cap off the day, we'll stroll through this luminary wonderland, allowing the radiant glow of thousands of lights to guide our path and fill our hearts with the pure joy and enchantment of the season. This is the New York City Christmas experience - vibrant, jubilant, and filled with irrefutable magic.

We have a few Holiday Pop-up bar suggestions for those wanting to have a little more Christmas Cheer before turning in for the night! ;)

After our time relaxing in the pools (around 3p), we’ll grab a light lunch (or snack) nearby before heading back to the hotel to relax and get ready for this evening.

6p- Walk down 5th Ave to see the store front displays

In keeping with time-honored tradition, no festive trip to New York City is complete without a leisurely stroll down the iconic 5th Avenue. The street, renowned for its high-end shopping, transforms into a veritable winter wonderland, featuring spectacular window displays that imbibe the spirit of the season.
Stores like Bergdorf Goodman and Saks Fifth Avenue, among others, go all out to showcase elaborate, whimsical, and often thought-provoking window vignettes that leave passersby awestruck.
The journey along the 5th Avenue during Christmas is not just a shopping spree, but an opportunity to witness a compelling blend of art, fashion, and holiday cheer. Each storefront is a canvas showcasing a unique interpretation of the season, a spectacle that invites you to pause, admire, and revel in the magic of a New York City Christmas.

7.30pm Farewell dinner reservations*

This evening we’ll enjoy our Farewell dinner together as a group.

We have reservations at the famous, Tavern on the Green!

This restaurant is a New York staple and a must do on our NYC trip. Tavern on the Green is located in Central Park and is known for their classic cocktails, a robust wine list and an elegant American menu that keeps prominent actors, musicians, and public figures coming back to the restaurant to dine, drink, and celebrate.
*No group menu is available, and as such, your meal and drinks are not able to be included in the package price.

TRAVEL DETAILS

Add-on experiences

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

(Please submit one registration form per household -max 4 people per registration form)

F.A.Q.

Can I pay by Zelle?

Yes!

This is a fast and FREE way to pay!
For those who don’t know what Zelle is… it is very much like a wire transfer (but it is not a wire transfer).

Everyone’s bank is different, though, so you may want to call/go in to your local bank and ask to have the maximum amount available to transfer every day.

Example: Some banks only allow $500/day transfer. Other banks will allow $1200/day.

Always be careful when making payments through Zelle to people that you do not know. There is no protection guarantee provided and you cannot reverse the fee.

The Pros for using Zelle:

• It is FREE (no processing fees)!

• It is instantaneous (funds will go directly to Zone Travel- so this is the absolute fastest way to make a payment)

The Cons for using Zelle:

• Every bank is different when it comes to maximum amount available to be transferred every day. So, this may mean that you need to make multiple payments to Zone Travel, multiple days in a row.

• It does require an app download onto your phone, and you need to set up your account with your bank information.

Can I pay by check?

Yes!

If you would like to avoid the 4% credit card processing fees, you may pay by check.
It is very important that you pay in advance of the deadlines and allow ample time for delivery.

Payments received after the deadline could result in cancelation of your reservation or increased fees.

There are two ways to pay by check:

• Mail the check

• Deposit directly at a local branch

Pricing details

price Per Person: 

Single occupancy: $3027

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $1995/pp

TRIPLE OCCUPANCY: $1649/pp

QUAD OCCUPANCY: $1477/pp

*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Ground Transportation

  • Round trip airport transportation

• Hotel accommodations

  • The Time Hotel, New York City

• Entertainment/Activities

  • The Rockettes Christmas Spectacular

  • Staten Island Ferry

NOT INCLUDED

• Add-on experiences

  • Ice Skating

  • Winter Wonderland at Watermark

  • Baths at Aire Ancient Baths

  • One World Observatory

• Incidental charges 

• International/Domestic flights

• Services NOT mentioned in package and those referred to as “Added Cost”

• 4% processing fee per payment (if paying w/credit card)

• Local taxis (that are not listed in the itinerary)

• All meals/beverages (unless specifically listed as “included” in the itinerary)

  • Meal at Tavern on the Green is not included in this package

• Tips

  • Local guides and drivers (recommended at least $5/pp)

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • Worldwide Trip Protector Edge ‘Basic’ (average price of $113/pp)

    • Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Worldwide Trip Protector ‘Premium’ (average price of $154/pp)

    • Please Note: Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

There are three payment options available to you. 
*Payment schedule does not include insurance costs. Insurance is due with initial payment. 

Option 1: Full Payment
(Most affordable overall)
Full payment (plus insurance)- due upon receipt.

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Option 2: Two Payments
One payment will be due immediately and the second payment will be due no later than 100 days prior to your trip.

(There will be a one time $50 fee per person, for this delayed payment option)
(More than 2 payments are not allowed without a $50/pp fee per payment)
NOTE: Not all insurance policy will allow you to purchase coverage after the initial deposit. It is illegal to purchase insurance with the knowledge and intent that you will be changing or canceling your trip.)

*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee will be charged at time of payment if paying with credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

TWO-PAYMENT PLAN:

(price per person)
Due now: $250 + Insurance (suggested)
100 days prior: Remainder due

 

Option 3: Monthly Payments
Payments will be split into the remaining months prior to your trip (ending at 100 days prior to departure)

(A $50/pp fee per payment is applicable for this delayed payment option.)
*Please keep in mind, a 4% processing fee may be charged at time of paymentif choosing to pay with a credit card. (this has not been included in the costs.)

Split amount due into monthly payments.

• The first payment must be a minimum of $250 + insurance (per person), due upon receipt.

• The remaining payments will be divided by the months- with final payment due 100 days prior to your trip.

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (one per household -max 2 people per registration form)

  • If you have more than 2 people from the same household going on this trip, please fill out multiple forms, as the maximum per form is 2 people.

FINAL PAYMENT

• PAYMENTS NOT RECEIVED ON TIME WILL RESULT IN RESERVATION CANCELLATION WITHOUT REFUND.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel 60 days prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

Zone Travel LLC and its cooperative destination incur unrecoverable charges preparing for your trip therefore, no refunds if cancellations occur less than 60 days before departure. Cancellations more than 60 days prior to departure are based on individual group bookings per the outlined confirmation document you receive.

We sell a variety of travel related products from different suppliers and service providers ("Suppliers"). Each Supplier has its own terms and condition that are applicable to your particular arrangements in addition to our general terms and conditions, and you should make sure you understand them.

Zone Travel is acting as intermediary or a "Booking Agent" for products and services that are not directly supplied by us (e.g., air carriage and ground transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, tours, cruises, etc.). We are not a co-vendor of such products and services. You will be entering into a separate contract with such Suppliers in connection with such products and services.

By making payments to Zone Travel for this trip you are agreeing to all Terms and Conditions listed on the Zone Travel website.

Vendor Cancel policy: Each vendor has their own policies, which we have to apply. This information may vary and is listed in full detail on the contract signed for each vendor.

WE STRONGLY RECOMMEND TRAVEL INSURANCE

TRAVEL INSURANCE

TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

EDGE PLAN:
(BASIC PROTECTION)

Extensive coverage for everyone; designed with families in mind.

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 14 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Tour or Cruise Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage 

TRIP CANCELLATION

Trip Cancellation

Frequent Traveler Reward

TRIP INTERRUPTION / DELAY

Trip Interruption

• Reimburses up to 100% of your trip costs if you must start your trip late or are unable to complete your trip due to a covered reason. This reimburses the non-refundable cost of unused travel arrangements and added transportation costs.

Trip Delay

• Reimburses up to $100 per day for a reasonable hotel and meal costs (among others) when you are delayed 12 hours or more due to a covered reason, up to a maximum benefit amount of $300.

Change Fees

• Reimburses up to $250 for fees associated with a change to your air itinerary or fees assessed by your travel supplier for changing your original travel arrangements due to a covered reason. Coverage begins when you depart on the first travel arrangement of your trip.

Missed Tour or Cruise Connection

• Reimburses up to $300 in certain unplanned losses and expenses, including the additional transportation cost to join your trip, when a 12-hour or more delay due to a covered reason causes you to miss your trip departure.

MEDICAL PROTECTION

Medical Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains

• Provides up to $100,000 to transport you to the nearest medical facility capable of providing you adequate medical treatment if needed to treat an unforeseen sickness or injury determined to be acute, severe or life threatening, transport you back to your point of origin (with a medical escort if recommended by a physician), and transport your remains back t0 your origination point in case of an unexpected tragedy.

Accident and Sickness Medical Expense

• Medical expense benefits for up to $10,000 to cover treatment costs when an accident or illness strikes during your trip.

BAGGAGE PROTECTION

Baggage and Personal Effects

• Provides up to $750 when bags or personal effects are lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed during your trip.

Baggage Delay

• Reimburses up to $200 for necessary personal items (such a clothing) when your bags are delayed 12 hours or more after you arrival at a destination other than your return destination.

RENTAL CAR PROTECTION

Optional Rental Car Damage

• Provides up to $25,000 if your rental car is damaged or stolen.

OTHER

Single Supplement

• Reimburses additional costs incurred as a result of a change in the per person occupancy rates if a person booked to share accommodations with you cancels or interrupts his/her trip due to a covered reason.

WORLDWIDE TRIP PROTECTOR:
(PREMIUM PROTECTION)

Extensive coverage for everyone; designed with families in mind.

• Pre-existing Medical Conditions coverage if purchased within 21 days of deposit (other eligibility conditions must also be met)

• Wide range of reasons for trip cancellation or interruption

• Trip Delay and Missed Tour or Cruise Connection coverage

• Baggage Protection and Travel Accident Protection

• Medical and Evacuation coverage

TRIP CANCELLATION

Trip Cancellation

Frequent Traveler Reward

TRIP INTERRUPTION / DELAY

Trip Interruption

• Reimburses up to 150% of your trip costs if you must start your trip late or are unable to complete your trip due to a covered reason. This reimburses the non-refundable cost of unused travel arrangements and added transportation costs.

Trip Delay

• Reimburses up to $200 per day for a reasonable hotel and meal costs (among others) when you are delayed 3 hours or more due to a covered reason, up to a maximum benefit amount of $1,500.

Change Fees

• Reimburses up to $250 for fees associated with a change to your air itinerary or fees assessed by your travel supplier for changing your original travel arrangements due to a covered reason. Coverage begins when you depart on the first travel arrangement of your trip.

Itinerary Chance

• Reimburses up to $500 for non-refundable event/activity expenses paid by you for activities missed due to a supplier’s itinerary chance.

Missed Tour or Cruise Connection

• Reimburses up to $500 in certain unplanned losses and expenses, including the additional transportation cost to join your trip, when a 3-hour or more delay due to a covered reason causes you to miss your trip departure.

MEDICAL PROTECTION

Medical Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains

• Provides up to $1 million to transport you to the nearest medical facility capable of providing you adequate medical treatment if needed to treat an unforeseen sickness or injury determined to be acute, severe or life threatening, transport you back to your point of origin (with a medical escort if recommended by a physician), and transport your remains back t0 your origination point in case of an unexpected tragedy.

Accident and Sickness Medical Expense

• Medical expense benefits for up to $100,000 to cover treatment costs when an accident or illness strikes during your trip.

BAGGAGE PROTECTION

Baggage and Personal Effects

• Provides up to $1,000 when bags or personal effects are lost, stolen, damaged or destroyed during your trip.

Baggage Delay

• Reimburses up to $500 for necessary personal items (such a clothing) when your bags are delayed 3 hours or more after you arrival at a destination other than your return destination.

RENTAL CAR PROTECTION

Optional Rental Car Damage

• Provides up to $50,000 if your rental car is damaged or stolen.

OTHER

Single Supplement

• Reimburses additional costs incurred as a result of a change in the per person occupancy rates if a person booked to share accommodations with you cancels or interrupts his/her trip due to a covered reason.

Political/Security Evac and Natural Disaster Evac

• If you require evacuation for a political/security event or national disaster while traveling outside of your home country, this provides up to $150,000 for reasonable expenses incurred to transport you to the nearest place of safety or your point of origin.

Accidental death and Dismemberment - 24 hours

• Provides a benefit when you suffer loss of life, limb or sight resulting from an accident during your trip (other than while covered for air flight only benefits)