While the holiday season is a time for visiting family, giving back and eating well, it can also be filled with stress. From finding the perfect gifts for loved ones to cooking a turkey feast, this time of year requires planning and patience. But the holiday season in New York is nothing short of magical, and deserves to be enjoyed. These 5 NYC startups will help you cherish the upcoming festivities, and make your life easier in the process.
is a grocery delivery service company that delivers recipes and the required ingredients to customers’ doorsteps. You can use the service to eliminate grocery shopping for large holiday meals, without taking the joy out of cooking. Next week, customers can order a 2-person or “family plan” package before Wednesday at noon to have roasted turkey and brussels sprouts, butternut squash and macaroni, pork and mushroom stuffing and seared salmon and sweet potato salad ready for Thanksgiving.
As many people travel throughout the holidays,
can help people receive and offer localized experiences. Vayable is a peer-to-peer marketplace where holiday travelers can enjoy more personalized alternatives to vacationing. A Vayable gift card also makes for a great present, as new experiences are priceless.
While the holiday season is a popular time for giving and receiving gift cards,
allows users to manage their gift card inventory in an app. Long gone are the days of never having a gift card when you need it, as this startup is making the process digital.
is revolutionizing travel planning. The easily customizable travel planning service works to help travelers easily plan and book trips. The service also provides travel packages with recommendations and booking options for attractions, activities, hotels and cultural experiences. Holidayen creates an optimized route for every single day of the planned trip, and the final itinerary can be accessed on any device and shared with co-travelers and friends.
is a Christmas tree delivery and setup service. As New York’s city dwellers have limited access to authentic trees, Alpinely delivers and sets up a Christmas tree, complete with a tree stand, tree skirt and ornamental lights.
