Category Archives: Attractions

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: A New York City Tradition

New York City celebrates the holidays in grand style, with the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, the New Year’s Eve Ball Drop in Times Square, and the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. But before the calendar flips to December, the city officially … Continue reading

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Find Fall Foliage in and Around New York City

New York City is America’s greatest monument to all things man-made: From its shimmering skyscrapers to its bustling avenues to its bright lights, the city is a busily beautiful metropolis. However this doesn’t mean that the city isn’t connected with … Continue reading

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Governors Island: Escape the Madness of Manhattan for an Afternoon

Governors Island might not be New York City’s most famous island (that would be Manhattan, of course), but it certainly stands out as a stellar summer destination. Sitting in the heart of New York Harbor just beyond shadows of Lower … Continue reading

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