Beam Me Up! December 17, 2023
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: architecture, art, NYC, NYC skyline, photography, Rockefeller Christmas Tree, Santa, The Beam, Top of the Rock, VIP
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My good friend Robyn and I went on a 2.5 hour guided tour of Rockefeller Center (which actually lasted 3.5 hours) that included a fascinating history of their art and architecture. This VIP (which means a bit pricey) tour also includes exclusive access to one of Rockefeller Center’s hidden rooftop gardens with a view of the Saks Fifth Avenue beautiful holiday display and a unique perspective of St Patrick’s Cathedral. Plus an expedited entry and private elevator access to the Top of the Rock observation deck, The new Beam Experience that allows visitors to recreate the famed 1932 photo “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper,” showing 11 workers eating lunch on a steel beam high above Manhattan streets while 30 Rock was under construction and a Photo Pass. Plus, this holiday season, the VIP Rock Pass also includes exclusive, unobscured viewing of the Tree, plus the Santa Photo Experience and the Christmas Tree Photo. I admit I was giddy about the Santa experience since I had never had a photo taken with Santa. It was a full, memorable visit. If you have the time, I highly suggest it be added to your holiday plans. And yes..it is crowded.
While at the Zoo 
So damn cool! I want to do that!
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It was great fun. You can do the Beam without a tour. I would wait until after the holidays.
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Absolutely love the pic of you and Santa!
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There’s a funny story about that photo too
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Even a lifelong NYer like you can still find new exciting experiences. Amazing! And congratulations, Judy!
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I did not get to beam up as far as I wanted to…but it was good enough.
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Looks like getting that high (based on the photo with Santa) makes you a little paranoid? Don’t worry. You’ll still be allowed on the “beama”.
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Guffaw. Another good one Joel. I told Marsha why Santa was laughing. Go ask her. LOL
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Ah Ha! Well…so was Jesus….
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Guffaw
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Not able to comment – get error message…..but thanks Judy – what a fabulous way to get in the Holiday cheer!!!!
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Your welcome Mary. Happy happy to you
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