For Derrick Cowit, owner of Uplyft, creating extraordinary moments for families and friends isn’t just a business model — it’s a legacy rooted in the heart of New York City. Long before he launched one of the city’s most premium tourism focused, experience-driven event brands, Derrick’s connection to NYC’s iconic attractions began as a child, woven into family traditions that shaped his passion for bringing people together. Continue reading Derrick Cowit: Crafting Unforgettable New York Experiences and Beyond Through Uplyft→
The first real cold snap of the season always seems to arrive on a night you have people coming over. You plug in a string of lights you forgot you owned, shuffle furniture a few inches this way and that, and wonder if your small living room can really hold everyone you invited. Coats pile up on the bed, the scent of something warm drifts from the kitchen, and suddenly the question is not whether the space is big enough, but how to make it feel welcoming. Continue reading Creating Cozy Winter Holiday Gatherings in Small Apartments→
I spotted this glowing message projected on a brick wall outside Stuyvesant Town, and it really hit home: “It is not happy people who are thankful; it is thankful people who are happy.” Such a beautiful reminder to appreciate the good that’s already around us. Wishing everyone a cozy, peaceful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude, good food, and people you love.
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Looking towards the holiday season, one of the most buzz-worthy finds at the recent Shoppe Object gift show was The Crandle™, a whimsical creation that merges pure nostalgia with clever design. At first glance, you might swear it’s a cylinder of jellied cranberry sauce just slid out of the can, complete with that smooth, ridged surface we all recognize from decades of holiday dinners. But look closer (or give it a sniff) and you’ll realize it’s actually a candle — one that not only looks but also smells like the real thing. Continue reading Eye On Design: The Crandle Cranberry Sauce-Shaped Holiday Candle→
Get ready, true believers — Spider-Man is back! This Thanksgiving, Marvel and Macy’s are teaming up to bring everyone’s favorite wall-crawler soaring through the skies of New York City with a brand-new balloon, making its big debut during the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on November 28th.
Inspired by the legendary art of John Romita Sr., the new balloon isn’t just another high-flyer — it’s a heartfelt tribute to one of the most beloved comic artists in Marvel’s history. And after a decade away, it’s time for Spidey to show off those web-slinging moves once again, celebrating Marvel’s deep roots in the Big Apple in the most epic way possible! Continue reading Spider-Man Swings Back into the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!→
