Has anyone been? I am looking for tips, we are taking my 75 year old grandmother who has always wanted to go. I wanted to do one of the private parties, so my grandmother didn't have to deal with the weather, bathrooms and crowds. I was planning on the Marriott Residence Inn and doing there brunch but that ended up costing about $1,200 a night for 3 nights, so I am looking for cheaper options.

If you have watched from the street, how was it? From what I understand you want to watch it near Central Park and be there by 6am.