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New York, USA
Frederick Bigler
Chief Concierge: The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park

Frederick Bigler has been Chef Concierge at The Ritz-Carlton New York, Central Park, since it opened in 2002, and has worked at The New York Palace, The St. Regis New York, and The Olympic Towers.



Food & Drink Shopping Activities Outdoor
Best Golf Course
Beth Paige Country Club.

They have the black golf course. It's the most difficult, and it's extremely popular and exclusive.

Best Local Sporting Event
A Mets or Yankees game.

I do recommend, believe it or not, public transportation. It's so much fun with all the fans.

Best Hiking
Bear Mountain.

It's a wilderness right outside the city, but yet feels so far away when you're hiking.

Best Place to go for A Run
Central Park.

If you tire of the reservoir, try one of the secluded paths through the woods.

Best Place To Catch A Sunset
Atop the Empire State Building.

You can't get higher than that!

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