Be in Times Square for New Years Eve

“Went twice but never got the full experience. The first time was around 20 years ago (2003?), went specifically to NYC to go to times square, something I had always wanted to do. Had a room at the Marriott Marquis overlooking times square but couldn't really see anything from our window. I knew you had to get down there early but I didn't realize how early. We got to the entry point at 3pm and it was already too late to get in. The cops said we could walk around to the other side and we might be able to get in. When we got to the next entrance the cops redirected us again. We spent the next 6-7 hours walking the entire circumference trying to get in with no success. Ended up going back to our overpriced hotel room overlooking times square and watched the ball drop on TV.”

“Experiencing the Times Square New Year's Eve celebrations was something that was on our bucket list for years. When we finally got to experience it in person, it completely blew us away - the chaos, the stimulus, the confetti, and even all the waiting was completely over the top. Even though we thought we did our fair share of research before our visit, there's nothing that actually prepares you for this event in real life.”

“I’ve always been curious about New Year’s Eve at Times Square. I was curious about the experience, the glitz, the glamour, and what goes on behind the scenes. But not so much in the “screams-in-glee-party-all-night-Woo-Hoo!” kind of way that’s shown on TV. Mostly, I wanted to feel what it’s like to have a ton of confetti float down on top of me. So I did it! I survived New Year’s Eve at Times Square.”