Carolers Surprise an Unsuspecting Group of Tourists!
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Picture this. It’s December 15th, a normal Sunday evening at the peak of holiday season, and you’re on the Holiday Lights & Movie Sites Tour in New York City. The tour begins as normal, and you board the bus and start to see sites from your favorite holiday movies- like the apartment that Buddy moves into with his birth father in Elf! When you’re about to get off and view the gorgeous holiday window displays at Bergdorf Goodman, you start to hear singing on the bus! All of a sudden you’re surrounded by The Workshop, an a cappella group in New York City. See the full video of the flash mob below.
What’s Filming in NYC in January 2021?
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The Big Apple – an epicenter of the entertainment industry where hundreds of shows and movies are being shot every single year. From Taxi Driver to Sex and The City, New York City has housed the biggest productions in the cinematographic history. Today we will look into history-in-making where you will find the details about the greatest works that are currently being developed in the City That Never Sleeps.
Starting off with one of the oldest series currently in production, Law & Order: SVU. A major part of the filming is taking place at one of the most notable waterfront locations in the city – the Chelsea Piers. The Piers were once the center of international trade in the U.S. In fact, they were planned to be the final destination of Titanic in 1912. We will see many of our beloved
characters returning to their roled: Olivia Benson (Mariska Hargitay), Amanda Rollins (Kelli Giddish), Odafin “Fin” Tutuola (Ice-T), and many others.
Marvel comics fans also have something to be excited about! The new Hawkeye TV-Series is being produced at this very moment! Developed by Disney+, this new series will follow the story of one of the most beloved superheroes in Marvel history. And of course, it will depict the most notable locations in New York City, including Times Square. A few are unfamiliar with this place known for its colors and brightness. Having been appeared in multiple Marvel production, Times Square will come back on our screens once again. The comic characters will be brought to life by exceptional actors: Clint Barton/Hawkeye(Jeremy Renner), Eleanor Bishop (Vera Farmiga), and others.
And while talking about the film productions, let us not forget about another beautiful city that was responsible for the greatest movie hits, such as Good Will Hunting – Boston in Massachusetts.
The largest current movie production in Boston is the film Don’t Look Up. This political satire has one of the biggest names in its cast: Jennifer Lawrence, Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate Blanchett, Jonah Hill, Meryl Streep, and Ariana Grande. This is definitely a production that you should keep an eye out for. Currently being shot at the South Station in Boston – one of the largest transportation centers in the United States.
It is an unusual year, but we are hopeful that the film and show industry will still surprise us with amazing works that we could all enjoy safely, in the comfort of our homes.
XOXO, Gossip Girl.
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“XOXO Gossip Girl.” This classic line is from one of America’s most popular television dramas, Gossip Girl, which is based on the book series written by Cecily Von Ziegesar. It has been eight years since the airing of the original series, but now Gossip Girl is back!
While Serena van der Woodson and Blair Waldorf’s story ended about a decade ago, they remain as our beloved characters in the Gossip Girl fan’s heart. Right now, with the Gossip Girl reboot that premiered on July 8, Gossip Girl has finally found their spiritual descendants in a new generation of privileged teenagers. Gossip Girl 2.0 portrays the increasing omnipresence of social media and how it affects the lives of these teenagers. However, the reboot does not deviate far from the original series because of its continuation of the first storyline. It does however include a whole new cast, including Jordan Alexander, Emily Alyn Lind, and Thomas Doherty, and follows their millennial character arcs as they cope with this generation’s new Gossip Girl identity. No spoilers here — watch the pilot episode to find out the shocking new (and creative) identity of Gossip Girl! The episodes feature many of the same locations as the original series, such as the infamous hang-out spot on the Met Steps, but also feature new ones as well, such as Turkish Baths, and other novel locations in Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan. The reboot offers a look at this lavish, elite NYC society through a brand new Gen Z lens.
But, let’s not forget our original series. Do you still remember what happened in the first season? Let’s do a quick recap! The original show started with the return of the “it girl” Serena van der Woodsen ( Blake Lively) from her mysterious absence. From there, she begins a subsequent reunion with her best friend Blair Waldorf ( Leighton Meester) and her mother Lily ( Kelly Rutherford), who are alarmed by her sudden return. She then meets Dan Humphrey ( Penn Badgley), a writer from Brooklyn who is also her secret unrequited suitor. An explosion of drama, uneasiness, and arguments upends the lives of these teenagers as Serena returns. Some restless and anxious while some contended by the arrival of some gossip, tea, and, of course, drama. With the storyline rolled out now, do you recall anything? Other characters who play an important role in the original series include Nate Archibald (Chace Crawford), Chuck Bass (Ed Westwick), Jenny Humphrey (Taylor Momsen), Vanessa Abrams (Jessica Szohr), and see if you can remember the others!
Are you someone who is a Gossip Girl fan or looking for NYC travel? Perhaps, you’re someone who is intrigued to experience the lives of these Manhattan elites? Check out the Gossip Girl Tour, an exclusive tour only at On Location Tours. This tour allows anyone to experience the lives of Manhattan’s young elites from the original series in a guided bus tour. See more for yourself in this tour and the lavish life these young socialites lived!
Marvelous Mrs. Maisel – Season 4 Filming
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Did you know that the newest season of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel has been filming in New York City since the beginning of January? Who’s excited to see what new and existing filming locations are featured throughout this season?!
If you’re a Maisel fan, come join The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Sites Tour with On Location Tours! During the tour, you’ll get an immersive experience of 1950s Manhattan, including a ride in a 1957 Studebaker Commander. See how the crew disguised modern-day NYC to make it appear as the 1950s, and learn some secrets and tips behind the filming of the television series. Throughout this whole tour, your guide, who will be dressed as Midge, will take you to a series of sites, including the cafe where Abe, Midge’s father, meets with his lawyer in a tense scene in Season Two; the historic cafe in the East Village where Joel and Midge visit; the Euro-American diner, the classic pre-war building she and her family live in, and more! If you are looking for a classy tour, want to experience 1950s Manhattan, or are just a huge fan of this show, this tour is just right for you.
The Friends Virtual Sites Tour by On Location Tours
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From 18th street to 67th street, the Friends Virtual Sites Tour gives you a broad-ranging excursion around some of “Friends” most iconic NYC sites as seen on the show. Kicking it off at the American Museum of Natural History, mimicking the New York Museum of Prehistoric History which Ross worked at, will give the inside scoop to Geller’s specific moments as a paleontologist. Following the museum, you will experience fine dining at Cafe des Artistes, similar to the restaurant Iridium, where Monica was poorly paid in the show. Along the tour, there will be a stop at Chandler’s office building (71st tallest building in NYC), New York University (destination where Ross’s student asks him out), and Phoebe’s apartment. Do not worry, because the Friends apartment will make an appearance during the tour, and yes, it may seem surreal to be first-hand viewing where all the magic of Friends was established. If all of this wasn’t enough, Ugly Naked Guy’s apartment may or may not be a part of the tour as well. Make sure your computer is charged up and ready to go, because you’re not going to want to miss the fun facts towards the end; typically unknown information regarding the logistics and cast is revealed. Only a portion of the destinations have been revealed on this post – sign up for a tour to find out the rest of the landmarks that will be shown representing our favorite group of people, Friends!
