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Deets: This holiday season, the iconic FAO Schwarz’s toy soldier is listing America’s most beloved toy store on Airbnb for one-of-a-kind private access to its world of theater, imagination and wonder. Though the holidays may look a little different this year, this overnight experience will bring joy and cheer at a time when it’s needed most.
With toys in every corner, from plush teddy bears to race cars and dreamy spaces to rest your head, guests will experience the store in a whole new light. For those that prefer to cuddle on their own couch, FAO Schwarz is also hosting Online Experiences on Airbnb soothers can experience the magic of FAO Schwarz, no matter their location.
This one-time, one-night stay will take place on December 21, and is available to book for one New York City family of four from the same household starting December 15 at 12:00 PM EST for just $25 (plus taxes and fees). Featuring festive, family-friendly accommodations and activities previously only dreamed of, guests will have unprecedented access to the elements that make one of the world’s oldest toy stores the most enchanting place in Manhattan, including:
Free rein to wander and delight in the two-story, 20,000-square-foot toy wonderland (plus a private, socially distanced tour of the space with your host, a real FAO Schwarz toy soldier who will remain masked and six feet apart throughout!)
Countless toys and games to choose from during your very own shopping spree — courtesy of Airbnb
A fantastic feast enjoyed amidst the mouthwatering backdrop of FAO Schweetz
Once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to play, explore and experience the theater of FAO Schwarz, including a music lesson on the store’s iconic Giant Dance On Piano a Build-A-Bear workshop session, an opportunity to build your own remote-controlled car, which you can then race in the halls of FAO Schwarz, and an immersive science experiment guided by an FAO Schwarz professor
Whimsically-designed lounging and sleeping spaces, including a real life sleigh bed and bunk beds with a slide
Hint for the Average Socialite: Interested guests should note that booking rules are in strict adherence with local COVID-19 guidelines, and those who request to book must prove New York City residency and currently live in the same household to minimize risk. Guests can rest easy knowing that the space will be cleaned in accordance with CDC rules and consistent with Airbnb Enhanced Cleaning Protocol.
Booking opens at 12 p.m. EST on December 15 for an overnight stay on December 21.
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