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The Greenway Family
- Keith ☎︎ (410) 979-2406
- Melanie ☎︎ (410) 274-7000
- Emmett
- Michaela
The Adair Family
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- Amanda ☎︎ (443) 539-6185
- Maxwell
- Arabella
Hotel
- Confirmation #s: 89935910 and 89930019
- Name: New York Marriott Downtown
- Address: 85 West Street at, Albany St, New York, NY 10006
- Room Types: Deluxe Guest room, 2 Double
Train
- Reservation #: 455F36
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Route to NYC: Northwest Regional Train 1164
- Departs: 9:46 AM from BWI Marshall Airport
- Arrives: 12:51 PM at Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
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Route from NYC: Northwest Regional Train 159
- Departs: 05:03 PM from Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station
- Arrives: 08:16 PM at BWI Marshall Airport
- Terms and Conditions:
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Route to NYC: Northwest Regional Train 1164
Thursday, October 15
- ~09:15 AM: Arrive at BWI Airport Train Station
- 9:46 AM: Depart BWI Airport Train Station via the Northwest Regional Train; 1164.
- 12:51 PM: Arrive at Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station via the Northwest Regional Train; 1164.
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Directions to the Hotel:
Inside Penn Station, follow the signs toward the 7th Avenue subway lines, tap through the turnstiles using OMNY on your phone or card, and head to the Downtown platform to board a Downtown (1) local train. Stay on the train for 11 stops—passing 28th St, 23rd St, 18th St, 14th St, Christopher St, Houston St, Canal St, Franklin St, Chambers St, and WTC Cortlandt—before getting off at Rector Street. Head up the stairs to Greenwich and Rector Street, walk one short block west toward West Street, and turn onto Albany Street, where you'll find the main entrance to the New York Marriott Downtown at 85 West Street just a three-minute walk away.
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Directions to the Hotel:
- Afternoon/Evening (Part 1): Arrive at the Hotel, check in, and settle into New York City.
- Afternoon/Evening (Part 2): Explore nearby Chinatown (and neighboring Little Italy) on foot. Grab an easy, authentic dinner, and enjoy a relaxed first evening.
Friday, October 16
- Morning: Catch the ferry from Battery Park out to Ellis Island and see the Statue of Liberty
- Early Afternoon: Return to Battery Park and explore Lower Manhattan (Financial District / Stone Street / 9/11 Memorial Plaza). Along the way, find a spot for lunch.
- Late Afternoon: Walk across the Brooklyn Bridge (or take a quick subway/ferry ride) over to DUMBO / Brooklyn Bridge Park for waterfront skyline views and photos at Washington Street.
- Evening: Enjoy a relaxed dinner in DUMBO or Brooklyn Heights (e.g., Grimaldi's, Juliana's, or Cecconi's) and an easy night on the downtown side of the river
Saturday, October 17
- Morning: Head up to Rockefeller Center Plaza Area and explore.
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Late Morning: Split up the group.
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Group A:
- Shop at American Girl Place
- Grab a quick, casual lunch nearby.
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Group B:
- Shop at Nintendo New York
- Grab a quick, casual lunch nearby.
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Group A:
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02:00 PM: Gather back together and catch the Aladdin matinee at the New Amsterdam Theatre.
- Run time is ~2.5 hours with intermission (out around 4:30 PM).
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Early Evening: Enjoy an early dinner reservation at Keens Steakhouse.
- Or find an alternative
- Evening (Part 1): Walk over to the Empire State Building and sightsee on the observation deck around golden hour / sunset.
- Evening (Part 2): Walk through Times Square and take in the full neon and digital billboard spectacle after dark before heading back to rest.
Sunday, October 18
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Morning: Check out of the hotel, take the subway up to Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station, and drop bags off at Amtrak Parcel Check / Luggage Storage.
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Directions to Penn Station:
- Step out of the New York Marriott Downtown onto West Street, walk east along Albany Street or Rector Street for one block to Greenwich Street, and enter the Rector St subway station on the Uptwon side. Tap through the turnstiles using OMNY and board an Uptown (1) train. Ride it for 11 stops—passing WTC Cortlandt, Chambers St, Franklin St, Canal St, Houston St, Christopher St, 14th St, 18th St, 23rd St, and 28th St—and get off at 34 St-Penn Station. From the subway platform, follow the overhead signs leading directly into the lower concourses of Penn Station.
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Directions to Penn Station:
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Late Morning: Head uptown to the Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) and wander through thousands of years of art and history
- Opens at 10:00 AM
- Anyone wanting more park time, shopping along 5th/Madison, or the Central Park Zoo can peel off here.
- Early Afternoon: Stroll down through Central Park (Bethesda Terrace, Bow Bridge, The Mall) and grab lunch along the Upper East/West Side or near Columbus Circle.
- ~04:30 PM: Arrive at Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station, retrieve bags from the Amtrak Parcel Check / Luggage Storage, and be at the concourse gates with time to spare.
- 05:03 PM: Depart Moynihan Train Hall at Penn Station via the Northwest Regional Train; 159.
- 08:16 PM: Arrive at BWI Airport Train Station via the Northwest Regional Train; 159.
Casual Dining & Quick Bites
- Chelsea Market Food Hall (Chelsea): A massive indoor food market located right under the High Line, featuring dozens of local vendors. It is perfect for grabbing authentic street tacos at Los Tacos No. 1 or fresh seafood on the go.
- Shake Shack (Madison Square Park): Located just a short walk south of the Empire State Building, this is the original outdoor kiosk for the famous burger chain. Grab a ShackBurger and crinkle-cut fries to enjoy outside in the park.
- Joe's Pizza (Broadway): The quintessential, classic New York slice. It’s a fast, budget-friendly, and undeniably authentic NYC experience perfect for a quick meal between tourist stops.
- Liberty Bagels (Downtown): A top-rated morning stop famous for their rainbow bagels and massive, hand-rolled New York bagels piled high with assorted cream cheeses and fresh lox.
Iconic NYC Sit-Down Restaurants (Lunch & Dinner)
- The Dead Rabbit (Financial District): An internationally acclaimed, multi-story Irish pub near Battery Park and Wall Street. Enjoy hearty pub fare in the taproom, or head upstairs for world-class, intricately crafted cocktails.
- Keens Steakhouse (Midtown): Just steps from the Empire State Building, this historic, incredibly atmospheric steakhouse has been serving up its legendary mutton chops and dry-aged steaks since 1885.
- Eataly NYC Downtown (Financial District): A sprawling, vibrant Italian marketplace near the 9/11 Memorial. It features several distinct sit-down restaurants offering freshly tossed pasta, Neapolitan pizza, and regional Italian mains.
- Carmine's (Theater District): A bustling, family-style Italian restaurant located right in the heart of Broadway. It is the perfect, high-energy spot for sharing massive platters of pasta and classic mains before catching an evening show.
Cafés, Desserts & Lounges
- Levain Bakery: An absolute must-visit dessert destination famous for its gigantic, warm, and gooey six-ounce chocolate chip walnut cookies. The perfect mid-afternoon sugar rush!
- Magnolia Bakery (Midtown): A charming, classic American bakeshop renowned for its iconic, creamy banana pudding and beautifully frosted vintage cupcakes.
- La Colombe Coffee Roasters (Financial District): A sleek, modern café offering premium, freshly roasted coffee and their famous, frothy draft lattes on tap to keep you energized for a full day of walking.
- The Campbell (Midtown): A sophisticated, historic cocktail lounge tucked inside Grand Central Terminal (a short walk from the Empire State Building). It is a stunning, jazz-age setting to grab an expertly crafted cocktail before dinner.
- Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Ferry (Battery Park): Catch the ferry from Battery Park to see Lady Liberty up close and explore the historic immigration museum.
- Empire State Building (34th St): Head up to the 86th and 102nd floors to take in breathtaking, panoramic views of the entire NYC skyline.
- Walk the Brooklyn Bridge (Lower Manhattan): Enjoy a scenic pedestrian stroll across this iconic suspension bridge for incredible views of the city and the East River.
- 9/11 Memorial & Museum (Financial District): Pay your respects at the beautiful twin reflecting pools and visit the deeply moving museum detailing the events of September 11.
- Wall Street & The Charging Bull (Financial District): Walk through the historic financial hub of the world and snap a classic photo with the famous bronze bull.
- Catch a Broadway Show (Theater District): Experience a world-class theatrical performance or musical, located just a short trip north of the Empire State Building.
- Explore Chelsea Market & The High Line (Chelsea / Meatpacking District): Grab some incredible local food at Chelsea Market, then take a walk along the High Line, a beautiful elevated park built on historic freight rail lines.