Putting the new in New York City
New York City, known as The City that Never Sleeps, is living up
to its moniker, especially in Midtown Manhattan. In addition
to its always-changing lineup of Broadway shows and museum
exhibitions, that area of the city is welcoming new attractions
this year, including the following three NTA members.
Gulliver’s Gate, which opened in May, features more
than 300 miniature buildings and 1,000 model train cars
Gulliver’s Gate
representing locations around the world. The attraction covers
more than 23,000 square feet on the ground floor of the former
New York Times building, and visitors can get a giant’s-eye
view as they check out 3D-printed replicas of Times Square
and Grand Central Terminal. gulliversgate.com
The National Geographic ENCOUNTER: Ocean Odyssey will
also add to the new New York when it debuts in Times Square
Oct. 6. The walk-through experience uses
virtual reality technologies to show visitors
breathtaking undersea locations. The immer-
sive journey includes face-to-face encounters
with great white sharks, humpback whales,
Humboldt squids and sea lions.
natgeoencounter.com
Slated to open Nov. 1, the NFL Experience
Times Square will offer fans a glimpse into the
life of a professional football player and the
history of the game. Interactive touch-screen
displays will test visitors’ knowledge of their
favorite teams and contain information on all
32 current NFL franchises. nflexperience.com
To learn more, contact Reagan Stulbaum of
NYC & Company at [email protected].
—G.W.
U.S. Civil Rights Trail Alabama Student Tour
The U.S. Civil Rights Trail is “ground zero” for the Modern Day Civil Rights Movement. The Alabama educational tour will
take students on a journey through living history in Birmingham, Selma, and Montgomery and teaches them one of the most
important lessons of the 20th century. Alabama is the state to visit if you are serious about learning more about the U.S. Civil
Rights Movement.
The Alabama Tourism Department is proud to welcome all student groups and other tours teaching them about
our history where the many brave and courageous citizens risked their lives to reshape America.
For More Information, contact Rosemary Judkins, Group Tour Sales Manager,
Alabama Tourism Department, 334-242-4493
[email protected] • www.Alabama.Travel
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