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  • View of Turtle Bay from Roosevelt Island
    By Lisandra Moor 4 days ago

    New York's Chill, Trendy Midtown Neighborhood Houses Wildly Underrated Attractions

    Midtown is known for business, but if you poke around a bit you can find a more laid-back and multicultural part of the city to explore.

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  • Water surrounded by green grass field in Freshkills North Park in Staten Island, NYC
    By Rene Bennett 7 days ago

    The Best Place To Kayak In New York City Is A Reclaimed Toxic Waste Dump Morphing Into A Vast Wild Paradise

    In New York City, the trash mounds of a former dump site are now being transformed into a park with creeks for kayaking, trails, and other fun features.

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  • Bright colorful billboards in Times Square in New York City
    By Sophie Baker 9 days ago

    The 5 Most Affordable Hotels Near Times Square With Rave Reviews

    New York City isn't exactly the most affordable place on Earth, but you can find a decent hotel room near Times Square for cheap if you know where to look.

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  • View down 42nd Street from Tudor City Bridge
    By Kira Reinke 9 days ago

    New York City's Stylish Micro-Neighborhood Is 'An Elevated Island Of Calm' In Bustling Midtown

    New York might be known as the city that never sleeps, but you can still find pockets of peace even in the busiest parts of town... if you know where to look.

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  • A man walking through a big city
    By Jonathan Houston 10 days ago

    America's Top 5 Best Cities For Living Completely Without A Car, According To Research

    Many US residents feel a car is a necessity, but these cities have the right mix of walking, biking, and public transit that make vehicle ownership optional.

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  • Traffic speeding away from lower Manhattan across a bridge
    By Atika Shubert 13 days ago

    What Is 'Congestion Pricing' And How It Might Affect Your Next Trip To New York City

    New York City’s congestion pricing is reshaping how people move around Manhattan. Here's what drivers should know before heading to the Big Apple.

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  • Travelers in JFK Airport's arrivals terminal
    By Erika W. Smith 21 days ago

    The 5 Best Restaurants To Eat At New York's JFK Airport, According To Reviews

    Discover this ultimate list of highly rated restaurants at JFK Airport, whether you're looking to dig into freshly-made biscuits or tacos on your travels.

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  • a chef rolls two cronuts in maple sugar
    By Anahid Akkam 24 days ago

    The City With The Best Pastries In America Is A Delicious East Coast Melting Pot

    Nothing hits the spot quite like a morning pastry — and if you want the best America has to offer, you'll need to take a trip to this iconic East Coast city.

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  • The Andrew Carnegie Mansion in Carnegie Hill, New York City
    By Rene Bennett 25 days ago

    New York City's Stately, Intimate Neighborhood Is The 'Cultural Heart Of The Upper East Side'

    For a different side of NYC's Manhattan, head to this relaxed residential neighborhood filled with museums, mansions, restaurants, and stunning architecture.

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  • Fort Wadsworth and the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge
    By Anastasia Mills Healy 27 days ago

    New York City's Once-Abandoned Military Base Has Transformed Into A Popular Museum

    Right in New York City is an impressive fort packed with history, which now serves as a museum, stunning viewpoint, and relaxed picnicking spot.

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  • A Light Rail train in New York City
    By Bridget Gleeson 28 days ago

    New York City's Potential First New Train Line In Years Will Slash Travel Time Between Boroughs

    A planned rapid transit line designed to connect Brooklyn and Queens in New York City will slash train travel times when it opens. Here's the scoop.

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  • Aerial view of The Tides neighborhood
    By Anastasia Mills Healy 1 month ago

    New York City's Retirement Haven Is A Dreamy Outer-Borough Neighborhood With A 55+ Community

    Tucked along Staten Island’s waterfront, this lowkey neighborhood offers nature trails, coastal views, retail hubs, and easy access to Manhattan.

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  • Ice skating in Central Park with skyline of New York in the background
    By David Jenison 1 month ago

    This New York Hotel Has Reinvented Winter Travel With Cashmere, Caviar, And Personalized Luxury

    This iconic New York City hotel is offering a luxurious package of cashmere apparel and caviar tastings. For some higher-end rooms, this experience is included.

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  • Aerial view of white homes, a pool, and a tennis court in Staten Island
    By Anastasia Mills Healy 1 month ago

    New York City's Retirement Haven Is A Dreamy Outer-Borough Neighborhood With A 55+ Community

    Not far from the busy streets of Manhattan lies a small, almost rural-feeling community with impressive amenities made for residents 55 and older.

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  • Oysters with green chili is a popular dish at Ha's Snack Bar
    By Anastasia Mills Healy 1 month ago

    2025's 'Best New Restaurant' In New York City Is A Buzzy Hush-Hush Snack Bar

    The "Best New Restaurant" in New York City for 2025 is a hole-in-the-wall snack bar where patrons line up out the door for a chance at a seat on a bar stool.

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  • Grand Central Terminal in New York City as seen from Pershing Square
    By Mina Elwell 1 month ago

    Having Spent My Life Around New York City, This Iconic Landmark Is The Place I'd Miss Most If I Left

    A New York City local lets you in on why this iconic landmark is full of nostalgia, with so much to do you could spend a whole day there.

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  • Crowds in Times Square
    By Rosheda Stephenson 1 month ago

    9 NYC Tourist Traps To Avoid On A Visit To Times Square

    Surveys show that Times Square is considered the biggest tourist trap in the U.S. Here's how to avoid wasting your time and money in the Big Apple.

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  • Rockefeller Center tree and Christmas lights and decorations in New York City
    By Sophie Baker 1 month ago

    2025's 'Best US Winter Destination' Is An Endlessly Popular City Escape With Christmas Charm

    This northern city known for its Christmas Charm was just named 'Best US Winter Destination' for 2025 beating out warmer destinations despite being cold.

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  • Waterfall entertains visitors in Greenacre Park
    By David McElhinney 1 month ago

    Forget Central Park — New York City's Under-The-Radar Urban Landscape Is Intimate And Stunning

    This New York City park may not be as large or well-known as Central Park, but it is secluded, intimate, and meticulously-designed, with a waterfall.

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  • A crowd of people walking down the street in NYC during the holidays
    By Erika W. Smith 1 month ago

    America's Most Crowded Holiday Attraction Is An East Coast Icon Full Of Long Lines And Festivity

    Long lines are expected while traveling during winter. The world's most crowded holiday attraction is on the East Coast, drawing millions of visitors annually.

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  • A home decorated for Christmas in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn
    By Leslie Veliz 2 months ago

    A Tucked-Away Brooklyn Neighborhood Is Famous Citywide For Its Dazzling Holiday Decorations

    To enjoy dazzling Christmas lights while in New York City, make sure to visit this tucked-away Brooklyn neighborhood famous for its holiday displays.

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  • Aerial view down a street in Lower Manhattan
    By Rene Bennett 2 months ago

    The 'Coolest Street' In America For 2025 Is A New York City 'Bargain Hunter's Paradise'

    It can be tough to find a good bargain at a hot spot in the Big Apple, but one eight-block stretch of the Lower East Side is trying to keep the spirit alive.

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  • The quintessential NYC paper coffee cup
    By Rebecca Frankel 2 months ago

    The 5 Best Coffee Shops In Manhattan, According To Reviews

    These top 5 coffee spots in Manhattan run the gamut from exotic to familiar literary hangouts, cobbled together from reviews, websites, and personal experience.

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  • Staten Island Ferry crossing in front of the Statue of Liberty.
    By Ikam Acosta 2 months ago

    New York City's Neighborhood With Suburban Vibes Has Walkable Shopping Streets And A Peaceful Beach

    This relaxed area of New York offers tree-lined avenues, local boutiques, and a quiet shoreline that feels far removed from the city's busiest districts.

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  • Turkey balloon at Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade
    By Lauren Kershner 2 months ago

    America's Most-Visited City During Thanksgiving Is An Iconic Vacation Destination

    This legendary American metropolis is one of the best places to spend Thanksgiving, with plenty of restaurant options for classic dishes and fall foliage.

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  • A view of the Manhattan Bridge with a taxi in Brooklyn, New York
    By Rene Bennett 2 months ago

    The Top US City On The '2026 World's Best Cities' List Is A Vibrant And Iconic Destination

    Ranked among the best for 2026, this American city shines through its world-class museums, large-scale sporting events, and storied annual traditions.

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  • Cyclists in Prospect Park, Brooklyn
    By Bridget Gleeson 2 months ago

    This East Coast Borough Has Officially Topped Minneapolis As Most Bike-Friendly City In America

    With miles of biking paths, a low residential speed limit, and plans to further expand its cycling network, this New York City borough is a biking haven.

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