Private tour in New York City Ronald P
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Ronald P.
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CLICK MY PHOTO TO THE LEFT TO: LEARN MORE ABOUT ME -- REVIEW ALL OF MY TOURS -- SEE MY AVAILABILTY A resident of the Bronx and Manhattan for more decades than I care to admit. I never fled the city for the suburbs. I stuck it out through the violence and drug epidemic of the last century. I watched the 9/11 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center from my office window. I experienced the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis on New York City, and most recently, lived through COVID-19 in what was the epicenter of the epidemic in the Western world. I spent most of my professional life working in the field of human services in three boroughs of the city. I have also driven limousine, taxi and worked security (I am a state licensed security officer - you'll feel safe in New York with me). All of these experiences have contributed greatly to my experience- and knowledge-base of the city, certainly much more than simply studying for the 150 multiple-choice question test required for a Sightseeing Guide License. I have lived, gone to university and traveled extensively throughout Europe. My wife Valerie and I have just returned from our 29th trip abroad. Valerie is a career-long teacher, education administrator and university professor. She taught in the New York public school system, in Harlem, Brooklyn and the Lower East Side of Manhattan. We have two children and four grandchildren. I love this city my family immigrated to from Italy, settling on 7th Street on the Lower East Side and I am a lover of all things New York. I love its history, architecture, institutions, as well as the same sights tourists come from around the world to see and experience. Equally, I love New York's great diversity of people, cultures, neighborhoods, food and the arts! I love our world famous special events, like the New York Marathon; US Open; New Year's Eve Celebration in Times Square; Thanksgiving Day Parade, etc. I also love the little details, particulars and peculiarities our everyday lives in New York. Consequently, I am more than excited to share with you all the things there are to see, hear, taste and love about this city. Please review my tour offerings. If you do not see what you are looking for, let me know. I am happy to customize any existing tour or create a completely new custom tour "from the bottom up" just for you. Also, let me know if I can answer any questions, and/or if I can provide you with more information. I am more than happy to respond. I look forward to seeing you in New York and sharing the city with you! Ronald *NYC Dept of Consumer Affairs Licensed Sightseeing Guide *Washington, DC Sightseeing Guide License *NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC) licensed driver *NYC Taxi & Limousine Commission (TLC) licensed vehicle *American Transit For-Hire Passenger Vehicle Insurance *M.A., Binghamton University *B.A., Roberts Wesley University *American Red Cross AED, CPR and First Aid Certified *American College of Surgeons STOP THE BLEED (First Aid for Severe Trauma) Certified
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On this tour, I take you to some of my favorite places in New York. In Manhattan, I take you to New York's standard iconic sights. I also take you into the neighborhoods, each with its own character, personality; subculture. It is a great overview, helping you to learn "the lay of the land" and determine where you want to go back to spend more time during the rest of your stay. I then take you over to Brooklyn - "the soul of New York" America's first suburb. If Brooklyn was its own city, as it was until 1898, it would be the 3rd largest in the USA. Settled by the Dutch in 1634, "Breukelen" has always been rich with people enclaves, their cultures; cuisines. The first and largest battle of the Revolution, took place here. In its waters, more patriots died of neglect on prison ships than in all the battles of the Revolution combined. The largest pre-Civil War ensemble of homes in American is located here. I am more than happy to customize any portion of this tour for you. Please let me know in advance!
What a great tour! Ronald was the perfect guide to show my family around NYC and Brooklyn. His vehicle is super roomy and comfortable. Took us to many great photo spots, his history and commentary were first class. Would definitely recommend. If you are in NYC Ronald is your guy!
Ron was an excellent tour guide, he is knowledgable and very easy to get along with. My family and I enjoyed our day tailored to what we wanted to see in New York. :) Thanks Ron.
Ronald is top notch. Just a really interesting and entertaining person who has traveled the world and has been doing tours of New York City and Brooklyn for over 15 years. I just wish I could rate him twice the top rating. I'm a lifelong lover of local history and architecture and culture and Ronald was the Santa Claus of tours. I will be booking with him again. He's so good my twenty-something adult children strayed off their phones!
Ronald was punctual in picking us up. He went over the tour details and giving us choices on what to see and do. We really enjoyed this tour and it gives a better look at NYC. Our favorite was seeing the 3D model of the whole city. Ronald is knowledgeable and readily answered all my questions. Also, he did a fantastic job driving is all over the city and finding parking. I highly recommend booking a tour with Ronald.
Commonly visited sights, where NO ADMISSION FEE is required: MANHATTAN -Central Park -5th Avenue -St. Patrick's Cathedral -Rockefeller Center -Grand Central Terminal -Madison Square Park (Flat Iron Building / view of the Empire State Building) -Chinatown -Little Italy -World Trade Center & 9/11 Memorial -Wall Street -Brooklyn Bridge -Statue of Liberty from Shore -Greenwich Village -Times Square -SOHO BROOKLYN -Williamsburg North (largest ultra conservative Jewish community in the world outside of Isreal) -Williamsburg South (hip neighborhood of small shops, cafes, eateries & great Manhattan skyline views) -DUMBO - Down Under Manhattan Bridge Overpass -Brooklyn Bridge Park (great views of the Brooklyn, Manhattan & Williamsburg Bridges) -Brooklyn Heights (largest ensemble of pre-Civil War houses in America) -Pilgrim Church (Grand Central of the Underground Railroad) -Brooklyn Promenade -Gleason's Gym (if you are a boxing/wrestling fan) -Greenpoint - "Little Poland" -Arabic Atlantic Avenue
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2025 Toyota Sienna Premium - the most expensive and luxurious mini-van on the market, fully inspected, licensed and insured in accordance with the NYC Taxi and Limousine Commission. This is not the family car! New York State Vehicle & Traffic Law § 121-E requires "Every motor vehicle, other than a taxicab or a bus, used in the business of transporting passengers for compensation" be specially licensed by the local authority. My vehicle and I are both licensed by the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission. TLC requires higher levels of insurance; initial and ongoing driver safety trainings; acceptable driving history; more frequent than usual vehicle safety inspections; wellness exams; periodic drug testings; etc - all for your protection! All of my licenses are posted on and in my vehicle for your inspection and confidence. Don't find yourself riding through New York City in an inappropriately licensed and consequently uninsured motor vehicle!
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On the street / at the curb, in front of any location within 20 miles of Times Square. We are not able to leave our vehicles unattended in front of New York City hotels and come into the lobby to retrieve guests, in order to allow unencumbered access by emergency vehicles and crews. I drive a black Toyota Sienna mini-van that will have a sign with your name in the window. I can always be reached on my mobile / cellphone number that will be included with your reservation.
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