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  • James S
    1 contribution
    Fabulous day trip seeing most of what New York has to offer
    Dana was amazing, amusing and very patriotic.
    Driver was amazing in very busy New York traffic.
    Don't hesitate to book....worth every dollar.
    Review of: New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • sheri
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    Sean was extremely down to earth. He is like a walking & talking history book, but wayyyy more interesting. He is a great storyteller. My group & I throughly enjoyed our tour with him.
    Review of: Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • Rita V
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    A thorough overview of the city on a comfortable bus with well spoken informed guide.
    Everyone should take a city tour so then you can decide where you would like to return.

    Review of: NYC Must-See Highlights of Manhattan Bus Tour
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • 4friends1590
    Boston, MA7 contributions
    Had fun on this cruise. Great crew and the band & singer were really good. Got us into the Christmas spirit with songs we all know. Wine & snacks were good too.
    Would definitely recommend. Great to sail by Lady Liberty @night!
    Review of: New York City Cocoa and Carols Holiday Cruise
    Written November 30, 2023
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  • Meinhard I
    Surrey, Canada2 contributions
    Very interesting, comprehensive tour. Tour guide was excellent - engaging and knowledgeable. A full New York experience. Two and a half hours well spent! Would recommend.

    Review of: Circle Line: Complete Manhattan Island Cruise
    Written November 28, 2023
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  • Carla G
    St. Petersburg, FL51 contributions
    Absolutely a super experience, The boat is lovely and the seating system fantastic. Visibility throughout is excellent. The service and offerings equally excellent and the architectural information is thorough and interesting. Visually, it is outstanding and the entire experience is worth far more than the cost. My adult daughter and I loved it!
    Review of: Manhattan Architecture Yacht Cruise
    Written November 26, 2023
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  • Gustavo W
    Copenhagen, Denmark19 contributions
    Embarking on the Statue of Liberty Express Cruise with my family was an unforgettable experience, blending scenic beauty, historical significance, and the joy of shared moments. From the moment we boarded the cruise, a sense of excitement filled the air.

    As we sailed along the iconic waters, the Statue of Liberty gradually came into view, standing tall and majestic against the backdrop of the city skyline. The knowledgeable guide onboard provided fascinating insights into the statue's history, making the journey not just visually captivating but also intellectually enriching.

    The cruise offered unparalleled photo opportunities, and we eagerly captured the moments when Lady Liberty seemed to welcome us with open arms. The sheer magnitude and symbolism of the statue became even more profound as we approached it on the water.
    Review of: New York City Statue of Liberty Super Express Cruise
    Written December 2, 2023
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  • Cheryl T
    Adelaide, Australia103 contributions
    Being a little short on time to explore the Big Apple we opted for New York in a day 6 hr walking tour - and we are so glad we did! Jim was excellent- his depth of knowledge is extraordinary and his manner easy going and friendly. Being a walking tour we saw so much more than on a bus and really got an insight into the city from a local. Looking back I can’t believe we covered as much as we did - lunch option was delicious too !
    Thank you Jim - cannot recommend this tour and Jim as a guide highly enough
    Review of: Full-Day New York "Must See" Small-Group Tour plus One World Observatory Ticket
    Written December 3, 2023
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  • OnAir42327699795
    1 contribution
    The tour guide Bryant and driver Guy were amazing. Lots of great info and lots of laughs. Small tour group of ten made it east to get in and out of places and felt more personal. The Staten Islsnd Ferry ride and 9/11 memorial were my favorites. Bryant is a real ambassador for NYC and made this such a memorable tour.
    Review of: 1 New York City Sightseeing bus tour and boat ride included
    Written November 22, 2023
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  • stephens473
    Nottingham, UK312 contributions
    This was something else , we had the Premier Tickets well worth it to get seats at the front of the boat and your own outdoor deck , you also avoid the queues.
    From the moment we left the pier we were just wowed by the sky line of New York .
    The guide was very informative and very passionate about his city.
    Our actual boat was used in the evacuation of Manhattan during 9/11.
    There is a bar on board which is quite pricey.
    This is a definite must do when you come to New York , so much to see and take in .
    Review of: Circle Line: New York City Harbor Lights Cruise
    Written November 30, 2023
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  • Kschae
    Sydney, Australia6 contributions
    The boat was lovely. Warm, relaxing and clear viewing from all angles. Easy to walk around boat etc. Plenty of time given to take photos. The photos taken of us by the team was the best photos we have from our trip.
    Review of: Statue of Liberty and New York City Skyline Sightseeing Cruise
    Written November 11, 2023
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  • Lori S
    5 contributions
    Boat captain was charming and the two server gals were very attentive. Prices on snacks were very reasonable, drinks too. You can check out the happenings at Chelsey Piers after your cruise.
    Review of: New York City Christmas Holiday Statue & Skyline Cocoa Cruise
    Written November 19, 2023
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  • djlit47
    Ipswich, UK98 contributions
    Great way to see NYC from the water. However one major complaint was that the commentary was drowned by the sound of the boat!! Heard very little commentary form the enthusiastic guide, who I am sure was very knowledgeable. We took the 90 minute tour which included the Statue of Liberty which gave us a great view.
    Review of: New York City Landmarks Circle Line Cruise
    Written November 20, 2023
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  • Norman H
    Sparta, GA10 contributions
    Outstanding tour of Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island led by Daniel. This is a “must do” item on a visit to NYC. Daniel made the history of both of these come alive and was able to use teaching strategies that worked with all age groups and experience levels. Cannot recommend highly enough.
    Review of: Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour
    Written November 24, 2023
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