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Destination Capitol Hill Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox This past week, GANYC President Michael Dillinger and a number of other members traveled down to Washington DC to participate in Destination Capitol Hill (DCH). This annual event is organized by the U.S. Travel Association and is the "industry's premier legislative fly-in" whose goal is to "… Read More
Spotlight on GANYC Guide: Pim Zeegers Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox Introducing GANYC guide Pim Zeegers of his own company: Pim Philip Experiences Website: Pim Philip Experiences Phone: (917) 214-4179 Email Social media: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram / LinkedIn / Pinterest   How long have you been a tour guide? I have been in the business for… Read More
Watch The GANYC Apple Awards! Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox The GANYC Apple Awards were held on Monday evening at the SVA Theatre in Manhattan, and they were a tremendous success. We thank our host, presenters, award nominees, and guests for making this a night to remember. Extra big thanks to GANYC's Awards Committee for their months of behind-the-scenes… Read More
GANYC In The News! Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox GANYC Vice President Harvey Davidson is quoted in this article about the impact of the Trump travel ban on the Meetings Industry. GANYC continues to be a go-to source for information on meeting and tourism in New York City! "Trump’s New Travel Ban and What It Means for the Meetings Industry" Read More
Tickets are selling out for the 2017 GANYC APPLE AWARDS! Posted on: by amada.anderson THE GUIDES ASSOCIATION OF NYC presents: The 2017 GANYC APPLE AWARDS! This year the show will be hosted by Mark Nadler who was just nominated for three 2017 Manhattan Association of Cabaret… Read More
Spotlight on GANYC Guide: Robert Brenner Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox Introducing GANYC guide Robert Brenner of his own company: Pig Feet Walking Tours Email. / Food Tours / Times Square tours / Local Expeditions Phone: 917-439-0549 Social media: Facebook How long have you been a tour guide? Approximately two years. What types of tours do… Read More
Spotlight on Industry Partner: Jeff Klein of Luna Park Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox Introducing GANYC Industry Partner – Jeff Klein What is your Business Name? Luna Park in Coney Island 1000 Surf Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11224   718.373.LUNA (5862) Luna Park website Social Media: Facebook / Twitter / Instagram   What year did your business open? 2010. Can you… Read More
2017 GANYC Apple Awards Nominee: Simeon Bankoff, Historic Districts Council Posted on: by Jeremy.Wilcox Simeon Bankoff is a notable New York City preservation activist. He has served as Executive Director of the Historic Districts Council, a New York City not-for-profit organization, since November 2000. His organization, founded in 1970, serves as the advocate for New York City's historic… Read More
2017 GANYC Apple Awards Nominee: Hidden in Plain Sight: Portraits of Hunger in NYC, Brooklyn Historical Society Posted on: by derek.chan   Each year, GANYC proudly honors organizations and individuals that encourage and promote New York City tourism, culture and preservation, while supporting the work and contributions of professional New York City tour guides. The 2017 GANYC Apple Awards is coming up, on Monday, March 6, 2017… Read More
2017 GANYC Apple Awards Nominee: America to Zanzibar: Muslim Cultures Near and Far, Children’s Museum of Manhattan Posted on: by derek.chan   Each year, GANYC proudly honors organizations and individuals that encourage and promote New York City tourism, culture and preservation, while supporting the work and contributions of professional New York City tour guides. The 2017 GANYC Apple Awards is coming up, on Monday, March 6, 2017… Read More