Shop and stay downtown, for less

Savvy New Yorkers know that the best shopping in the city can be found downtown, home to the renowned flagship Century 21 store.

Shopping at this off-price store is not for the faint of heart, but those willing to brave the crowds can snag tons of designer goods at up to 65% off. To sweeten the deal, through March 31, you can receive a $20 gift card to Century 21 when you stay at select downtown hotels. In addition, you can enjoy special weekend rates as well as late checkout.

Click here to learn more about this special downtown deal and about how you can make the most of your visit to lower Manhattan.

Dinner and a show for less

Dinner and a show marks a quintessential night in NYC, and now is great time to experience the best the city has to offer. Two of NYCgo.com's most popular promotions -- Broadway Week and Restaurant Week -- are happening now.

Back for another year, NYC Restaurant Week, taking place through Feb. 10, is a favorite of both foodies and novices looking to experience the city's finest restaurants at special rates. Click here to reserve your spot and enjoy some of the best food in the world.

What's dinner without a great show to see afterwards? Through Feb. 4, you can access 2-for-1 tickets to such Broadway hits as Chicago, The Lion King and Wicked. Get your tickets, and learn more here.

Top off your experience by letting NYC Limousine take care of the driving. We will get you to your destination in comfort and style, leaving you with nothing to worry about except having fun.

The wonders of the New York Public Library

Few buildings evoke such awe and wonder as the Stephen A. Schwarzman building, the official name fro the main branch of the New York Public Library. Located on Fifth Avenue and 42nd street, the building itself is an architectural marvel and from the impressive lion statues that grace the front steps to the intricate details of the paintings that grace its walls.

Of course, what makes the library remarkable is what it contains. The building houses around 15 million items from ancient Japanese scrolls to contemporary novels and poetry, and the collection grows every day.

This impressive collection is getting special attention this year, as the branch celebrates its 100th anniversary. Through March 4, visitors can view such rarely seen items as the first Gutenberg Bible acquired in the United States and Jazz legend John Coltrane's handwritten score of "Lover Man." More than 250 items will be on display, so there is bound to be something to delight any visitor.

Click here for more information on the Stephen A. Schwarzman building and upcoming events and exhibits.



NYC Limousine can provide you with all your transportation needs to the library or any of New York City's other great destinations.

Jazz up the weekend

Start your 2012 music calendar with some jazz at the annual Winter Jazzfest. From Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, more than 60 different jazz groups from around the world will share their talent across five West Village venues. Among the acts performing this year are Nels Cline, Jenny Scheinman's Mischief & Mayhem, Lucy Woodward and Miguel Zenon.
Tickets start at $35 for a single-day pass, but if you know you will be checking out the full festival, opt for the two-day pass at just $45. Click here to purchase tickets.

For more information on the festival and participating artists, visit http://winterjazzfest.com.

Jazz up your night even further by letting NYC Limousine be your ticket to getting around town. Contact us today.

Ring in the New Year in New York

There's no better place to ring in the New Year than New York City. If you are still looking for that perfect party, the folks at EMRG Media have got you covered. Their just released guide book, BestNewYear's, is available for free by e-book at BestNewYears.com. But that's not all, visit the website to find out how you can purchase tickets to some of the hottest parties in the city.

If you are looking for an over-the-top experience, BestNewYears has got you covered with VIP packages up to $275 to such hotspots as Cipriani and Union Square Ballroom. Craving something more low-budget? Consider after 12:30 a.m. entry tickets for $30.

Remember, New Year's Eve doesn't have to be spent at a club or restaurant, BestNewYears has tickets for popular cruises around NYC on a variety of vessels.

No matter where you spend New Year's Eve, let NYC Limousine be a part of your celebration. We can provide you with a variety of services to make it a night to remember.

'Tis the season for shopping

There is still time to shop for those perfect holiday gifts, and New York City is a great place to find everything on your list. While the city is home to some amazing retailers, from Macy's to Barney's, you can find some fantastic gift options at the city's holiday markets.

The Union Square Holiday Market is one such place. Opened through Dec. 24, this market offers such items as hand-blown glass housewares, handmade leather belts and Tibetan crafts. And if you work up an appetite while shopping, you can snack on special sweet and savory treats.

If you prefer to do your shopping indoors, than the Grand Central Holiday Gift Fair is right for you. Located in Grand Central Terminal's Vanderbilt Hall, the fair, opened through Dec. 24 features 76 vendors selling everything from jewelry to home furnishings.

No matter where you decide to do your shopping, don't let getting around town be a hassle. NYC Limousine will be happy to handle all of your transportation needs.

"The Rock" on Ellis Island

Can't make it to San Francisco to tour the U.S.'s most notorious prison, Alcatraz? Well now you can get a sense of its infamous history at the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. While visiting the Alcatraz: Life on the Rock exhibit, you can learn what life was like as an Alcatraz prisoner, and what is being done today to preserve this historic landmark.

This traveling exhibit, now at Ellis Island through Jan. 16, uses panels, artifacts, audiovisual and more to tell the story of how Alcatraz Island went from fort to prison to National Park.Exhibit covers its use as an Army prison, life on the inside as a prisoner, the 1968 Native American occupation, and preservation and restoration efforts.

Ellis Island meant freedom for many, while Alcatraz Island meant imprisonment. Contemplate the difference, and learn more about the U.S.'s great history at Alcatraz: Life on the Rock.

Don't be a "prisoner" to NYC's hectic transportation system. Let NYC Limousine help get you to the ferry faster, so you have more time to enjoy Ellis Island.