Our interview with a NYC Concierge; tips for tipping; plus, last-minute weekend specials. Web view First Name Last Name Member Status Find & Reserve ### Silver 10 Gold 50 Platinum 75 ### Your Account » ### Points ### Nights Enjoy great weekend deals at 20% off with eBreaks. As of 07/20/2013 3 questions with Kevin Oakes, Head Concierge, JW Essex House As head concierge of a landmark hotel, Kevin Oakes knows how to make any trip to New York City one to remember. Here he shares tips for visiting the Big Apple. Q: What's your favorite New York City restaurant? My favorite restaurant near the Essex House is Marea. It's a fantastic Italian seafood restaurant on Central Park South. The general manager and maitre d' really take care of our guests. Q: What's an ideal day in New York City? Exploring SoHo is a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. It offers a variety of retail, dining and cultural options. For a more unique experience, visit The Bowery / Lafayette streets. Q: What's your top tip for visitors to New York City? Use the subway! You will save time, money, effort, and really live and travel like a real New Yorker. Photo Source: Thinkstock; @Marea Instagram eBreaks.® Getaway for less Save 20% this weekend Search eBreaks Travel Tip Tips on Tipping For Your Next Hotel Stay It's International Housekeeping Week! Show your hotel room attendant your appreciation with these best practices. • Tip daily, instead of at checkout • Suggested tips range from $1–5 per night • Leave your tip in an envelope — look for Marriott's signature envelope Photo Source: Thinkstock Popular Destinations   Caribbean • Chicago • Hawaii • Hong Kong • Las Vegas • London • Los Angeles • Miami • New York • Orlando • Paris • San Francisco • Shanghai • Washington, DC Unsubscribe Terms of Use Privacy Policy Guest Services Email Preferences To unsubscribe: Select "[insert unsub scripting]" on our unsubscribe page. If you unsubscribe from Marriott promotional email, we will continue to send only transactional messages such as reservation confirmation emails. You can also unsubscribe by writing to: [insert physical address scripting] [insert disclaimer scripting] ©2014 Marriott International, Inc.