|
|
Thread Tools | Search this Thread | Display Modes |
30 Dec 16, 02:27 PM |
#1
|
|
Imagineer
|
A Fairytale in New York Christmas 2016 - Day 8 Shopping
This could be the most boring day ever to read We went shopping - mall shopping. A bit if context here. When we were in Dubai in April F discovered Build-a-Bear. We convinced her she didn't need one! However, since then she has still really wanted one and asked for one for Christmas. As we thought there was a shop on 5th Avenue, we agreed. However, it closed down. I found one in a mall in Long Island - so a day at the mall was born. J and I nipped out to recharge the weekly passes. We added another week even though we are only here for three more days! 12 rides make it cost efficient and as we had done 32 in the first 7 days we thought it would be the best option. The trip out involved 2 subway rides (an easy change) and a bus (45minutes) but it all went smoothly. We had chosen the ideal day to go as it was pouring down! The mall was very good - Hollister, Hot Topic, Garage (a Canadian store), Yankee Candle and of course Build-a-Bear! We fid some clothes shopping (except for me - I hate buying clothes). Then we headed to the food court for lunch. O had a veggie sandwich and fries, F a mac n cheese grilled cheese and me a felafel puta. J wasn't hungry. Then it was time for the main event. J and O found comfy sofas and went on their phones. There was a promotion of 2 for $35 and as F's first choice was $29 we decided she could have 2 (with no thought as to how we will get them home! ) She loved the whole process (even though she is 12 she still loves her cuddly toys! ) Presenting Glitzen ... and Tinsel! Two cloaks, shoes and roller skates were added to the basket. $98 later we were done! It was still pouring do a mad dash was made to the bus. With a glorious sunset as the rain stopped! We got back at about 5.30pm. It had taken about 90 minutes each way but we all thought it was worth the trip - the shopping was easy. At 6.30pm we decided to take the subway in the other direction to Astoria to a local diner. It was a bustling area - but local. J had a spinach pie with greek salad. The kids and I had eggs with either home fries or hash browns. Dessert for the kids were sundaes - J and I shared some pancakes! It came to a reasonable $63 (including a beer! ) We headed back and were soon in bed. Numbers for the day: steps 14,893 (11.4km) Subway - 4 rides and 2 bus rides.
__________________
Index of my trip reports 2016 Quebec - Kuala Lumpar - New York City 2017 Dubai - Eurocamps France - Ontario and Quebec - So-Cal 2018 Montreal - Bangkok - New England 2019 Argentina - Quebec City - Hong Kong - 2020 Switzerland 2022 Arizona - Costa Med Cruise - Oslo 2023 Hong Kong - Gothenburg |
|
|
30 Dec 16, 02:47 PM |
#2
|
DIBB App Manager
Join Date: May 18
|
New Photo Added by Melbatb - 30 Dec 16 1:47 PM.
|
30 Dec 16, 04:29 PM |
#3
|
VIP Dibber
|
A great shopping day the build a bear look good
Joan
__________________
|
30 Dec 16, 06:36 PM |
#4
|
Imagineer
Join Date: Oct 11
|
The reindeer look adorable!
__________________
West Coast July - August 2014, Howdy Texas! August 2015, Rocking in the Rockies July - August 2016, Bier, Bratwurst und Bahnsteige: Berlin 2017, Touring Tennessee 2017, Expedition East Coast 2018, Hola! Madrid 2019, Great Lakes Grooving 2019, It's Czech, Mate, Prague 2022, Veni, Vidi, Edi, Bibi Italy 2022 |
30 Dec 16, 07:13 PM |
#5
|
|
Imagineer
|
I love Glitzen and Tinsel, very cute. A good day of shopping
__________________
|
|
|
31 Dec 16, 11:10 PM |
#6
|
|
Imagineer
Join Date: Jan 10
|
Gosh that sunset!
|
|
|
1 Jan 17, 10:45 AM |
#7
|
|
VIP Dibber
|
Ahhh the reindeers are cute. Our build a bear days are long gone! You are a lovely mum to go all that way for your daughter x
The food looks delicious Mel, very tasty. What a beautiful sunset! Another great day!
__________________
Our trip reports - 1st trip to Florida - April 2014 - 'Are we nearly Bankrupt yet?!' The Kuna Mahuna Croatia Holiday 2016 Bankrupt again Florida 2017 New York & RCL Anthem of Seas 2018 https://dibb.in/13476718 And now it’s time for Wine Wine Wine! Rome + Celebrity Cruise May 2022 https://dibb.in/15427816 |
|
|
1 Jan 17, 12:23 PM |
#8
|
|
VIP Dibber
|
That sunset is amazing!
__________________
NYC and Boston - Sept 2014 Toronto and Niagara Falls - May 2015 Road Trip to California - July/August 2017 Vancouver and the Rockies - July/August 2018 Five Days in Washington DC - October 2019 Norwegian Fjords Cruise - August 2023 Universal Orlando - October 2023 Cruising the Caribbean - March 2024 - complete |
|
|
2 Jan 17, 08:02 PM |
#9
|
|
Thread Starter
Imagineer
|
F is still thrilled with her choices!
They are It was nice to have a change of scene! We had enough time that we didn't feel we were wasting a day! I know - it really was spectacular! Thank Louise - I do try to incorporate the kids' wishes when I can! I agree
__________________
Index of my trip reports 2016 Quebec - Kuala Lumpar - New York City 2017 Dubai - Eurocamps France - Ontario and Quebec - So-Cal 2018 Montreal - Bangkok - New England 2019 Argentina - Quebec City - Hong Kong - 2020 Switzerland 2022 Arizona - Costa Med Cruise - Oslo 2023 Hong Kong - Gothenburg |
|
|
|
DIBB Savings |
AttractionTickets.com
Get £10 off each Disney Ticket with the code ATDIBB10 Get up to £50 off per room at Disney or Universal with the code DIBBHOTELS |
theDIBB Blog |
Guests can book their 2025 Hotel and Ticket package early to enjoy Free Dining &... Read More »
The iconic 1900 Park Fare restaurant is opening its doors once again at Disney’s Grand... Read More »
One of the the five worlds found in Epic Universe, How to Train Your Dragon... Read More »
|
theDIBB Menu |
Exchange Rates |
US Dollar Rates
Euro Rates |
DIBB Premium Membership |
Did you know you can help support theDIBB with Premium Membership? Check out this link for more information and benefits, such as... "No adverts on theDIBB Forums" Upgrade Now |