Ithaca/Tompkins CVB

Guided bus, walking, and private tours of NYC and Washington, DC

Like A Local Tours provides sustainable, memorable experiences in NYC and Brooklyn by connecting locals and tourists to authentic tour guides and local businesses. We showcase NYC and Brooklyn neighborhoods through food, fashion, art, and history and bring you immersive experiences that will leave you with great memories and a deep understanding of the area. Like A Local Tours is an award winning, New York City-based, woman-founded, and operated tour company that was launched in 2014. Since then, we have served over 25,000 customers and specialize in high-quality, authentic and fun experiences. Our tour guides bring neighborhoods to life through the art of storytelling and leave lasting impressions with top-notch customer service. Guides are part entertainer, part concierge, part encyclopedia- juggling all of these roles with a smile on their faces and a belly full of some of the best bites NYC has to offer.

The Museum of Ice Cream is where creativity, connection, and imagination come together to create unforgettable corporate/convention/meeting experiences. Designed as a vibrant, interactive wonderland, MOIC transforms meetings, receptions, and team celebrations into memorable moments your attendees will rave about. From immersive installations to our iconic Sprinkle Pool, every space is crafted to inspire engagement, spark joy, and encourage genuine interaction. Your guests can enjoy playful tasting experiences, curated photo moments, and a seamless flow through colorful, conversation-starting environments. Whether you’re planning a networking event, client appreciation experience, or full museum buyout, MOIC blends professional execution with a uniquely delightful atmosphere, making your event not just successful, but sweetly unforgettable.

Encore provides creative, production and event technology services to create events that transform. Encore creates memorable event experiences that engage and transform organizations. As the global leader for event technology and production services, Encore’s team of creators, innovators and experts deliver real results through strategy and creative, advanced technology, digital, environmental, staging, and digital solutions for hybrid, virtual and in-person events of any type.

At SPIN, we come together to socialize and celebrate play. At our core is the drive to connect through ping pong—a game that transcends age, gender, ethnicity, and all physical boundaries. We are the original ping pong social club, your offline social network, a place to call home. We welcome diversity and embrace the unconventional. With venues in New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Toronto, Philadelphia, Seattle, Washington DC and Boston we encourage you to participate. Do it together and never alone.

The Game Show Experience is a nationwide event production company specializing in Live and Virtual Events. Like our name says we bring the best and highest production quality mobile game show to you. Every detail featured in The Game Show Experience is to immerse you and your group in Gameshow Energy and excitement. Entire room lighting, authentic contestant Podium Buzzers on stage, fantastic spotlights, backlit backdrops, Pro sound system, and giant projection screens. ​ In your show production, you will feel like you are on a real TV game show set. Perfect for Corporate events, conventions, festivals, schools, and more. We bring engagement and excitement to your events! Our live hosts, awesome music, & digital leaderboards will keep participants motivated and smiling throughout the event. For a more tailored experience, themed games, question customization, and full branding are available.

Welcome to Bryant Park Grill, an exquisite venue nestled behind the iconic New York Public Library in the heart of Manhattan's vibrant Bryant Park. Surrounded by majestic London Plane trees reminiscent of the Jardin des Tuileries in Paris, our venue offers a picturesque oasis for unforgettable celebrations. Discover sophisticated charm and romance across three distinct event spaces, each tailored to elevate your special occasion. Rooftop Terrace: Our crown jewel, the Rooftop Terrace, offers unparalleled views and an enchanting ambiance, perfect for outdoor soirées under the stars. Ideal for both corporate and social parties, this elevated space promises unforgettable moments against the backdrop of the iconic skyline. South Garden: Step into our lush Garden restaurant, a serene retreat amidst the bustling city. With its verdant foliage and tranquil atmosphere, it sets the stage for intimate gatherings, including cocktail recepions and dinner parties. Immerse yourself in nature's beauty while celebrating life's joyous moments. Grill Dining Room: For refined indoor celebrations, our Grill Dining Room exudes elegance and sophistication. Ideal for corporate gatherings and sit-down dinners, this versatile space offers a seamless blend of comfort and style, ensuring a memorable experience for you and your guests. At Bryant Park Grill, our dedicated team of professionals is committed to bringing your vision to life. From meticulous event planning to impeccable service, we strive to exceed your expectations and create cherished memories that last a lifetime. Bryant Park Grill Virtual Tour - https://vtours.virtual360ny.com/F1gTvumdAL/40410825p&85.18h&90.2t

Perched atop the Museum of Arts and Design, Robert offers an unforgettable experience, boasting breathtaking views of Central Park and Columbus Circle. Our venue, named in honor of the esteemed designer Robert Isabell, harmonizes modern sophistication with timeless elegance, reflected in both its exquisite design and the culinary creations by Chef Armando Cortes. With three distinct event spaces to choose from, including the iconic Robert restaurant, a stylish white box venue on the 7th floor, and a versatile 143-seat theater, we provide unparalleled flexibility for your gatherings. Each space offers captivating vistas that showcase the beauty of Central Park and Columbus Circle, ensuring an unparalleled backdrop for your event. Conveniently located and easily accessible, Robert is the premier destination for both corporate and social events. From chic cocktail parties and elegant seated dinners to professional conferences and milestone celebrations, our venue caters to a diverse array of occasions with grace and sophistication. View our virtual tour: https://vtours.virtual360ny.com/F1xB6Gaxq8/42089179p&0h&90t

Our story Live a little. Be a gypsy. Get around. Gitano, spanish for gypsy, captures the essence of who we are: bohemian, free-spirits, diverse, eclectic, conscious, and creative. Gitano is a global hospitality and lifestyle brand with locations in nyc, tulum and dubai. It's the place to see, be seen and connect. Born in the jungle & traveling the world We are inspired by the lush tropical jungle and spanish colonial towns of the yucatan and mexico, we have a rich heritage as innovators in tulum, and today we are exporting our tropical, bohemian paradise around the world. Gypsy disco tropical Our approach to everything, architecture and design, food and beverage, and our unique sound identity, is bohemian and glamorous, our design aesthetic is understated elegance, we celebrate the perfection in imperfection and we love juxtapositions, like our iconic brand symbols: a pink neon sign set against the jungle, a giant disco ball floating in palm. Gitano loves Our mission is sharing love and happiness, and we are building a new kind of hospitality and lifestyle brand, with a big heart. We are living mindfully and sustainably. Supporting and giving back to our community is our core value.

LIVE JUDGING: FrogQuest is the only photo scavenger hunt where every single photo submission is reviewed and scored by a live human judge — in real time, as your event unfolds. Our judges award bonus points for creativity, deduct for a half-hearted effort, and drop witty commentary that keeps energy high throughout. No algorithm, no auto-scoring. Real people, real reactions, real fun. ANY LOCATION: We build a custom hunt around virtually any location in the United States. Your hotel's neighborhood, a conference venue district, a specific city your team is visiting for a sales kick-off — we design the challenges around the actual streets, landmarks, and culture of wherever you are. Every event is completely unique to your group and your location. HOW IT WORKS: We meet your group in the city of your choice, kick off the event with a quick briefing, then send teams loose to complete creative photo challenges while our live judges score submissions in real time. A live leaderboard keeps the competition fierce, and the event wraps with a hosted awards ceremony and a curated photo slideshow that has everyone roaring with laughter. TURNKEY & PROVEN: We handle all logistics so you can actually participate with your team. We've hosted over 24,000 teams and 125,000+ participants across the United States, with 200+ 5-star reviews. From small departmental outings to large-scale conference off-sites, we create experiences your team will be talking about for months.