A Ladies Getaway In The City That Never Sleeps...NYC!

We couldn't have asked for a more beautiful, unseasonably warm day to take in our ladies getaway to the NYC, the capital of extreme fashion and nightlife!  We stayed at the Roger New York in the Flatiron District, located off of Madison Avenue.  This quaint boutique hotel had my name all over it!  It is tucked away from the hustle and bustle of Times Square, but it is still within walking distance (approx. 20 min.).  The hotel is simply defined by its trendy, chic décor.  The cool, pastel colors definitely contribute to the hotel’s relaxed ambience. The customer service at check-in was welcoming and non-confrontational which is an A+ in my book.  And as for security, guests must use their room key cards to access the elevator.  Here, security is on lock...literally.

Comfortable seating in the front lobby

Lobby Bar

Trend-setting decor: None other than Prince!

Hallway (7th Floor)

Room Category: Double Beds (Rm #717)

After settling into our rooms, we regrouped and headed to Times Square for tapas and evening cocktails at R Lounge.  R Lounge is the Renaissance New York Times Square hotel's staple lounge. The setting is simply remarkable!  The wide, elongated windows offer one of the best view's of Manhattan.  Note: It should definitely be included as a must for your next date night.  Evening cocktails consisted of Mojitos and Lemon Drop martinis, and our decadent small plates included crispy calamari, mini lobster rolls, and cheese burger sliders.  All three were simply delightlful!  I tell you.  There was NOTHING to take back.

 

Note: It is best to arrive close to 5 p.m. to reserve the lounge seating in the center. 

Beautiful view of Times Square

We simply love our Lemon Drop Martinis!

(Right to left: Erika, Me, and Nika)

Mini Lobster Rolls - Incredible!

 

Later that evening, we experienced fine dining at Tao Restaurant.  We are foodies at heart!  Tao is definitely the HOT spot for those looking their best and ready to take in some tasty cuisine.  The ambience is dark, but there is just enough lighting to set the mood.  A large Buddha graces the entire restaurant with its calming stance, but there is nothing laid back about this set as a live conga percussionist makes his way throughout the restaurant entertaining the crowd.  The menu offers Asian cuisine that is extremely flavorable.  I ordered the Jumbo Shrimp Tempura with garlic chili sauce and the Soy Ginger Glazed Salmon with udon noodles and spinach.  BOTH dishes were delectable!  And being one that truly enjoys a great cocktail, the Ruby Red Dragon martini is out of this world!  Slightly sweet, gently tangy, and perfectly chilled! 

 

Tao Restaurant and Lounge

 

Ruby Red Dragon Martini - Phenomenal!

Courtesy of: SimplyShaka.com

 

Lovely Ladies!

(Right to left: Shanta, Erin, Bianca, Yunika, Erika, Anita, Me, and Marcie)

View of Tao from the upper deck

 

The evening did not stop there.  We definitely wanted to see what the NYC had to offer as far as nightlife. We headed to the Meat Packing District to check out the club scene.  This particular set is all about who you know!  It’s best to know someone working at the door in order to avoid waiting in line for long periods of time.  But, if you dress  your best and catch the bouncer's eye, it may all work in your favor.  But, if you're looking for a chill vibe and you're less concerned about bumping into one of the Kardashians - literally - than the Lower East Side (LES) may be a better fit.  And that's exactly what we did!  This side of town is simply about letting loose and having a good time.  It's for listening to some local music acts, bar hopping, and partying the night away.  We headed to a bar called, Pianos.  While there’s nothing real fancy or eye catching about this spot, it definitely allowed you to see a more artsy side of the city.  This crowd was here for one reason and one reason only: to have a good time.  And that’s exactly what we did!

 

                                                       Courtesy of: NYCMagazine.com

 

Good times and letting loose! @ Pianos

 

Our ladies’ getaway will definitely be a trip to remember.  And I’m glad the city of the Empire State allowed us to take in all that it has to offer...at least until next time!  We're coming to see you Rhianna @ Barclay Center.  We can't wait!

Give me a call to help plan your next girlfriends getaway filled with where to go for the latest fashion trends and happening hot spots!!!