The Magnificent Tiffany Lamps at The New-York Historical Society
The world-class collection of Tiffany lamps at the New-York Historical Society is nothing short of breathtaking; a perfect blend of art and history.
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Hyatt Regency Times Square Review: An Oasis in the Heart of NYC
If you blink, you might inadvertently miss the entrance to Hyatt Regency Times Square, the first Hyatt Regency property in New York City. The new hotel’s minimal frontage and signage are overshadowed by the dazzling “Bright Lights of Broadway” surrounding you. A Quintessential New York City Location No tourist could ask for a more quintessential…
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Cristo and Jeanne-Claude’s ‘The Gates’ Reborn 20 Years Later
I visited The Gates in New York City’s Central Park two decades ago, in February 2005. Christo and Jeanne-Claude draped Central Park in a magnificent public art installation that showcased the park’s beauty. The Gates in Central Park in 2005 The public art installation included 7,503 gates with striking orange fabric that spanned 23…
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The High Line New York: An Elevated City Oasis
Experience the beauty of the High Line in New York City, a unique walking path with stunning views of the city and lush gardens.
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Our Very Best Meals This Year: Take A Seat At Our Table
Our very best meals of 2019 are described below. Each one stands out for different reasons but we would return to any one in a heartbeat!
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Take the MTA Bus: Best Senior Travel Bargain in NYC
You might have called me a bus snob. I hadn’t used an MTA bus in NYC since my college days. But after depending on city buses exclusively last week, I’ll tell you why I prefer them.
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Rita Rudner Off-Broadway Performance in “Two’s A Crowd”
Now you can catch comedian Rita Rudner off-Broadway in a new musical comedy, “Two’s A Crowd,” performed at the 59E59 Theaters in New York City.
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NYC Experiences To Make Your Trip Special
NYC experiences hold a special magic. They’re set in a place that visitors from around the world have seen and heard in a million plays, musicals, TV shows and films over the years.
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First Time at the Met: Enjoying the Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center
When Viking Cruises invited us to attend a performance of Aida at the Met, I have to admit that I was ambivalent: I felt a mix of excitement about the prospect of attending a live opera for the first time—tempered by a tinge of intimidation. Turns out that my first time at the Met (the Metropolitan Opera in New York City) was another reminder of the importance of expanding one’s world and taking small risks.
