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[Empire State Building, 90 years old this year! ]
The Empire State Building is one of New York's leading buildings and a standard tourist attraction. The name of the building, the Empire State, is also another name for New York State (Empire State), and it can be said that it is a building that truly symbolizes New York.
This Empire State Building is celebrating its 90th birthday this year. It was completed on May 1, 1931. Despite the Great Depression in 1929, it is still reported as a surprising fact that the construction was completed in 1 year and 45 days and the 102-story building was completed (about 400 m).
The building that was built with much effort was not filled with tenants after that, and it was also called Empty Building (empty building) ironically.
The observation decks on the 86th and 102nd floors are popular with tourists. When it's crowded, you can line up for three hours before you reach the observatory. The view from the observatory is exceptional. When the visibility is good, you can see up to about 100km away.
As long as the Empire State Building seen from the outside is beautiful. Not only in Manhattan, but also in Brooklyn, Queens, and the Empire State Building on the other side of the neighboring state of New Jersey.
The Empire State Building is lit up in different colors for events and holidays (usually white lights).
You can check the color of the light up on the official website (↓).
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The business hours of the observatory within the year from March 1, 2021 are as follows.
March 1-13: 12PM-9PM
March 14-28: 1PM-10PM
March 29th-April 11th: 11AM-11PM
April 12th-June 30th: 1PM-10PM
July 1st-November 24th: 11AM-11PM
November 25-28: 9AM-12AM
December 1-16: 11AM-11PM
December 17th-31st: 9AM-12AM
* May change in the future
Monument Valley, a tourist destination that represents the Grand Circle, is located in the Native American and Navajo reservations. The park is still closed due to the influence of the corona. The photo shows a teardrop-shaped teardrop arch located outside the park and still available for sightseeing. I hope that the vaccine will spread and the park will open as soon as possible.
The US federal government has decided on the allocation of coronavirus to each state based on the estimated population of the census.
The Census Bureau updated the data at the end of the year after the allocation was decided, arguing that Nevada's population is growing at a rate more than three times the national average, which is the reason for the lack of vaccine allocation.
I hope that the vaccine will be available to everyone in Nevada as soon as possible.
Please enjoy the current state of Route 66, which is called the Mother Road in the United States, with a video.
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[Resumption of sports and entertainment one after another]
In March, there are movements to resume various economic activities in New York City.
Sports and entertainment are attractive attractions not only for New Yorkers but also for tourists visiting the city. It has been closed or closed for the past year or so, but finally ...! It will be resumed.
◆ Sports:
Resuming watching games with spectators in the arena and stadium. Mask-wearing social distance required, accommodation rate 10%, staff / spectators need corona infection negative proof within 72 hours ... There are other regulations (detailed confirmation required).
In New York City, the NBA / New York Knicks home game was played at Madison Square Garden on February 23rd.
◆ Movie theater:
From today (March 5th), it will resume for the first time in about a year. Masks must be worn, social distance required, and accommodation rate is 25% (up to 50 people).
◆ Live performance:
From April 2nd, live performances such as concerts, live performances, and plays will resume. Wearing a mask, social distance required. Capacity 33% (up to 100 people indoors, up to 200 people outdoors).
* In addition, if there is a negative proof of the COVID test, it is possible to hold an event for up to 150 people indoors and up to 500 people outdoors.
◆ Lincoln Center performs outdoors! :
MET Opera, New York Philharmonic, Ballet ... and Lincoln Center, a leader in New York entertainment, have announced that they will open an outdoor performance and rehearsal space on April 7.
http: //www.aboutlincolncenter.org /.../ RestartStages_FINAL ...
I'm looking forward to the culture and art, performances, and what it will look like under the blue sky.
In addition to eating and drinking in restaurants, cafes and bars, the resumption of the entertainment and sports industry is good news for tourists.
It seems that it will take some time before free travel abroad, but we would like to believe in the step-by-step progress with the spread of vaccines.
Universal Studios Hollywood, which has closed the door for a long time, has taken the first step toward opening the park.
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From 3/12/20 21 to the end of April from Friday to Sunday, you can enter the park with an advance ticket system. You can choose 5 tickets from the food booth in Universal Studios!
Children choose 3 types!
 Click here for the price!
Friday Fridays- $ 44 (with tax $ 48.18) Tax included Saturday and Sunday Sat / Sun- $ 49 (with tax $ 53.66)
Children 3-9 years old Price Child 3-9-$ 25 (with tax $ 27.38) (all dates)
The menu is here.
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ™
* Butterbeer ™ butter beer
* Fish and Chips
* Shepherd's Pie
* Sticky Toffee Bread Pudding
* And More!
Minion Cafe
* Grilled Cheese with Meatball
* Chicken, Bacon & Ranch Mac and Cheese
* Hazelnut Banana Pudding
Hollywood and Dine
* Brisket Slider
* Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bowl
* Beyond Burger w / BBQ Aioli, American Cheese & Crispy Jalapeno (V)
It's an event that I have to go to because I'm addicted to junk now!
We will continue to report on the tour on Wednesday, March 3rd.
The final day of the third day begins at Gouldings Lodge in Monument Valley.
I have reported on Monument Valley before, but the tourist spots are still closed due to restrictions on activities in the Navajo settlement.
Since there is no access to the valley of Monument Valley, few tourists visit here and it is quiet.
You may now be able to experience the tranquil world of a time-slip in the days before it was known as the location of Hollywood movies.
I will post seasonal photos of Monument Valley from my guide.
Monument Valley dyed in the setting sun.
Monument Valley where the rising sun rises.
Forrest Gump Point.
Starting this Friday, the pools of the MGM Group (including the MGM Grand) will open.
The pool opens at a huge casino hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.
It is compulsory to wear a mask in the area when you are in the pool and when you are not eating or drinking.
The city is about to move toward summer.
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California is famous for Los Angeles, San Francisco and Silicon Valley, but the first industry is agriculture. The production of lettuce is one in the United States, and the production of milk is also very large. Next to that are nuts and raisins. The flowers in the almond fields that spread to the left and right are in full bloom while going north on the 5th freeway last weekend, and I took a detour with the flowers. I feel like cherry blossom viewing in an almond field while I can't meet Japanese cherry blossoms 🌸. When you get out of the car, you will get on the spring breeze and the almond tofu scent. The scent of almond essence was the scent of this flower. Speaking of agriculture, there is a story that Mr. Gates is trying to buy up an area called the agricultural belt in the United States, but I am wondering if it will be food instead of oil that will hold the world from now on.
On Tuesday, March 2nd, I will post a photo of the beautiful Asahi of the Grand Canyon from the guide who is on tour yesterday.
The early morning chill is still severe and the temperature is -5 ° C.
However, in a clear, cloudless sky, watching the sun slowly shine into the Grand Canyon valley as the sun rises makes me feel fine, forgetting all the unpleasant things.
Since the east exit of the Grand Canyon National Park is still closed, it will take about an hour and a half to move to Monument Valley after this.
The participants this time are a couple living in New York, but they are enjoying their time alone.
On Monday, March 1st, we held a tour of 2 nights and 3 days.
Today on the first day was sightseeing in Sedona and watching the sunset in the Grand Canyon.
The weather is good and the guide has sent me pictures of the sunset in the Grand Canyon and Sedona, so I will post them.
Dine LA will be held from March 1st to March 14th. During Dine LA, you can enjoy a special menu from $ 15 for lunch and $ 25 for dinner at the target restaurant. In-store eating and drinking is not yet allowed in Los Angeles, but other states are gradually releasing.
Let's do our best, believing that the day when we can eat and drink in the store in Los Angeles is near!
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Bryce Canyon in a snowy landscape. Even if you have been there, this is a place you should definitely visit during the snowy season. Naturally, nature is beautiful as it is without being affected by the corona.
