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COVID-19 Update from GANYC - March 30, 2020
The second issue of the GANYC Virgil is out: COVID-19 Update from GANYC - March 30, 2020
This issue begins with a note from our President, especially the sad news of the passing of member Judy Richheimer, who was a beloved friend and activist. We will be keeping her and her loved ones in our…
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The GANYC Virgil Debuts!
Starting today, the GANYC Board will send an update each Monday during this crisis to give you the most current and useful information for tour guides and tour directors in New York City and the surrounding area.
This is our first edition.
Come for the unemployment benefits and tourism data info…
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COVID-19 Resources & Information
GANYC is curating a set of resources on how to deal with the COVID-19 crisis.
Informational links:
Here is a link to the CDC page on COVID-19.
Here is a link to the CDC website on travel.
Here are statements from USTA (US Travel Association)
Here is the COVID-19 information page from NYC…
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GANYC Updates On COVID-19 and Tourism
We are aware of the fast-moving changes affecting our industry related to COVID-19 (the coronavirus), with new updates coming every hour seemingly. Please know that the elected Board at GANYC is working hard to stay on top of this issue, and to keep tour guides in the public's eye as the economic…
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GANYC Discusses Tourism Dips on NY1
GANYC President Emma Guest-Consales was interviewed by NY1 for their story on how the dip in tourism related to COVID-19 is affecting our great city and its economy.
We are also working to track the economic hardships and cancellations being experienced by our industry, and will be working…
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Statement from GANYC Board on COVID-19
Monday, March 9, 2020
To the GANYC Community:
I would like to address your concerns regarding COVID-19 and its impact on NYC tour guides. Many of you have had clients and groups cancel their plans for travel to NYC and have experienced a major loss of income. Others are concerned about…
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GANYC Celebrated 6th-Annual Apple Awards!
The Guides Association of New York City (GANYC) presented its 6th-annual Apple Awards at a festive ceremony on March 2 at the SVA Theater, in Chelsea. GANYC honored numerous organizations and people with Apple Awards for encouraging and promoting New York City tourism, culture and preservation…
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GANYC's Michael Kaback Spotlights the Garment District
Manhattan's Garment District is a dynamic neighborhood whose history is oft-forgotten. One guide working to keep tellings its story is Michael Kaback. “You come back in a few months, they might not be here anymore,” he said of many of its historic businesses, “I don’t know what’s gonna be here in…
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Ask A NYC Tour Guide
GANYC member Cherie Davis recently launched a new YouTube series: "Ask a NYC Tour Guide", providing helpful tips for visitors from those who know the city best. Several of the featured guides are GANYC members as well (and, as for the rest... come and join us!) and give their own unique perspective…
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GANYC Highlights Chinatown in International Tourist Guide Day Celebrations
The Guides Association of New York City (GANYC) was proud to spotlight Manhattan's Chinatown community this week. GANYC participated in International Tourist Guide Day with a full day of activities, starting at the Museum of Chinese of America. International Tourist Guide Day, an initiative of the…
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