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 | | Welcome to The Waldorf | | I have been with The Waldorf=Astoria for nearly three decades, yet every day brings delights that renew my enjoyment of this hotel. Summerg is particularly exciting here, new exiting menus in our restaurants and the many brides finalizing details for their weddings. This summer, we are also preparing a new phase of our Waldorf Museum, and have completed filming on a movie about the hotel’s history. We have also hired an archivist to catalog the hotel’s extensive collection of documents and memorabilia. When you stay with us or host an event here, your visit becomes woven into the rich fabric of our history. We hope you enjoy the time you spend with us, and we look forward to helping you create special memories. They are very special to us, as well. Jim Blauvelt
Executive Director of Catering | | |
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 | | Yield to the Magic at Guerlain Spa | | | | | | | On September 1st 2008, The Waldorf=Astoria will unveil a luxurious new Spa and Fitness Center. Guerlain, a subsidiary of the renowned luxury goods conglomerate LVMH, has joined with The Waldorf=Astoria in announcing this major addition to the hotel. |
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 | | Peacock Alley, The Hotel’s “Hot Spot” | | | | | | | Since changing its approach to that of an elegant, yet casual lounge with an expansive small plates menu and extended service hours, Peacock Alley has become one of midtown’s hot places to “see and be seen.” |
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 | | History, Art, And Cuisine: A Legendary Tour
| | | | | | | This year, guests can enjoy a fascinating guided tour of the hotel. The tour focuses not only on the hotel’s unique historic and architectural heritage, but also on its legacy as an unparalleled culinary innovator and gourmet destination. The tour is offered with lunch at Oscar’s restaurant. |
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 | | The Concierge Recommends - By Michael Romei, Chef Concierge | | | | | | | When visitors to the hotel ask me what to do in summer, my answer is simple—enjoy the outdoors! New York City is all about outdoor activities this time of year, with great weather, wonderful parks, gardens, and waterways surrounding us. |
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 | | In and Around The Waldorf: A New York Experience | | | | | | | For many visitors, our hotel is a luxurious launching point from which to explore the city. For Manhattanites, it is a destination, with services and venues that have long made it a popular retreat. During your visit, we invite you to “think like a New Yorker” and enjoy the hotel’s many delights. |
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 | | An Art Deco Walking Tour of Midtown | | | | | | | Midtown was coming into its own as a business district in the 1920s at the height of the Art Deco period, and many of the era’s structural masterpieces remain today. We’ve chosen a few of our favorites Art Deco buildings in midtown with striking architecture and design for a walking tour. |
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 | | Signature services and activities at the Hotel | | | | | | | We encourage our guests to explore the hotel, a New York City landmark, considered an extraordinary living Art Deco museum. The staff of The Waldorf=Astoria is dedicated to the elegant service traditions of the world’s grand hotels. We will do everything in our power to ensure your experiences here are delightfully memorable. Waldorf specialty services are provided to all our valued guests. These services include our professional and very knowledgeable Concierges; twenty-four hour room service; and shopping and culinary experiences in our fine and diverse restaurants. |
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