hOW TO celebrate 3oth birthday in

celebrate in NYC

There’s something for everyone & it doesn’t matter what your personality is because New York will always welcome you.

EAT ICONIC NEW YORK FOODS

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GO TO BRUNCH

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HAVE A ROOFTOP DRINK

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ATTEND A HAPPY HOUR

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HAVE A PICNIC IN CENTRAL PARK

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TAKE A BOAT CRUISE

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GO TO THE MUSEUM OF ICE CREAM

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TRY ROLLER DISCO

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VISIT THE HARRY POTTER STORE

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GO ICE SKATING IN BRYANT PARK

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VISIT ROLF'S RESTAURANT & BAR

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