A Grand New York City Idea

Banks have been getting a good measure of bad press since the current recession began, and perhaps rightly so. However, here is one grand New York City idea sponsored by Citibank in New York City, that I like! For the past couple of years, they have sponsored The Pond in Bryant Park, which offers free ice skating during the fall and winter season in New York City. It is a delightful family offering and a great way to sample a bit of the best of "The Big Apple" inexpensively.

Bryant Park, located on the corner of 6th Ave. & 42nd Street is a classicly beautiful urban space that is converted into a skating rink, with shops and eateries during the fall and winter season. Ice skating is free and offered seven days a week. There is a $12 charge for skate rentals. I stopped by on a recent Friday evening, and found it abuzz with cheerful skaters and visitors, both local and international. Visit The Pond at Bryant Park website for more info!