It's hard to believe that it's been 16 years since we met Serena van der Woodsen and her beau of romantic besties when Gossip Girl debuted on September 19, 2007. Even after all these years, the teen drama's most memorable moments remain as iconic as ever (never forget the moment Serena threw away her phone). Not to mention, Pinterest users still look to S and B for outfit inspiration, and the uptown lifestyle will only become more desirable as time goes on.
While you might not be planning on marrying the Prince of Monaco anytime soon, that doesn't mean you can't live like Blair Waldorf. You can unleash your inner socialite at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel, which offers a "Gossip Girl" -themed package that even hard-to-please Upper East Siders will appreciate. Launched in 2018, the package has been upgraded to celebrate 16 glorious years of this iconic show.
With Serena drinking copious martinis in the hotel's Gold Room and Chuck at the Madison Room's annual Bass Foundation Brunch, it's no wonder Rakuten New York Lotte New York Palace will introduce the Xoxo Palace package to members of New York's upper class. As expected, the set gets a major Blair-inspired update on September 19th to commemorate the show's anniversary, and includes everything you need to fulfill your inner Gossip Girl fantasy.
You'll be treated like a princess once you get there, as you'll be staying at Lotte New York Palace Tower Hotel, a private area of the hotel with a guest-only entrance and concierge service. While you won't have a Dorota to cater to your every whim, you will enjoy a daily rotation of in-room Nicolas Feuillatte champagne, which is probably even better, to be honest.
It wouldn't be a true Gossip Girl experience without some extra luxury perks. Not only will you receive a bottle of Chanel No. 5 upon arrival (a perk that's sure to make Selena jealous), but you'll also get to enjoy Blair's favorite snack - pink macarons. You can even go on a shopping spree using the $250 Saks Fifth Avenue gift card included in the package and request your own personal shopper.
The experience doesn't stop there, though, as you can also get 20% off the Gossip Girl Backlot Tour, where you can visit the Upper East Sider's favorite hangouts, including the Grand Central Terminal, the Imperial Hotel, and of course The steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Best of all, you can join Les Cléfs d'Or Concierge, a professional association of hotel concierges known around the world for their top-notch service. Additionally, you can enjoy 20% off all wellness treatments and products at the on-site ILa Only Spa.
Xoxo Palace packages require a two-night minimum stay, start at $1,050, and can be booked online with at least 72 hours' notice. You'll be charged one night's room and tax at time of booking, but you can cancel up to 72 hours before arrival.
Quiet luxury may be the dominant trend during fashion month, but a stay at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel will make you want to immediately swap out your chic sleek bun for loose curls and a gorgeous headband. Sure, the hotel may not be on the Upper East Side, but thankfully the show's setting is just a 15-minute subway ride away. But let's be honest: Blair Waldorf would never let Gossip Girl catch her riding the subway.
