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Ellen

Simon

2 years of experience
New York City
United States of America (USA)

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About

As a licensed guide in Washington, D.C. and New York City, I’ve spent the past two years leading student groups through the history and culture of Washington, D.C., New York City, and Boston. I love engaging with groups and individuals, sharing stories, and bringing history to life in ways that spark curiosity and connection.

Previously, as a real estate broker, I introduced clients not only to apartments but to the character and hidden gems of New York’s neighborhoods. Earlier in my career, I traveled nationwide as a book publishing representative, sharing stories about books and authors and meeting people from Los Angeles to Alaska and across the Mid-Atlantic—experiences that deepened my appreciation for community and culture.

Driven by people, I bring energy, professionalism, and attention to detail to every tour, creating experiences that are engaging, welcoming, and, hopefully, memorable

Tours Offered & Destination Knowledge

Bus ToursCultural/Specialty ToursGeneral Walking ToursLocal GuideMulti-Day Tour Director/LeaderPerformance Group ToursStudent Tour Director

Tours Led

  • Numerous four-day student tours of Washington DC
  • Bus two (of three) - eight-day student Eastern Seaboard tour, June 2024
  • Multiple four-day student tours of NYC
  • Five-day student tour - NYC to Boston
  • Frequent NYC Neighborhood Step on Guide
  • Volunteer – Open House NY guide. (2023, 2024, 2025)
  • Volunteer – Tour guide, Janes Walk - Brooklyn Heights

Knowledgeable about NYC, Washington DC and other east coast cities.

Fun Fact!
Despite my fear of being on a horse, I decided to go riding in Iceland. I think getting out of my comfort zone is a good thing.
Hobbies & Interests
Volunteer at local soup kitchen. Visit art museums, attend ballet and other dance performances. Walk/discover new neighborhoods, cities, countries. Read (fiction mostly). ceramics, cooking and entertaining.

Details

Gateway Airport(s)

JKF, LGA

Licenses

Washington, D.C., New York City (NYC)

Training

TripSchool

Language(s)

English

Additional Education

  • TripSchool Boot Camp Tour Director Certification  3/2024, 
  • TripSchool Mega Training, Washington DC, NYC, Boston (Feb 2025)
  • Licensed New York City Tour Guide
  • Licensed Washington D.C. Tour Guide
  • Member GANYC - Guide Association of NYC
  • Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker (NYS)
  • BA, Art History, Syracuse University, Syracuse NY  
  • Studied and worked in the UK.

General Availability

Open

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