New York City Things to Do : Tours, Top Attractions & Local Recommendations

May 2, 2012

Best Free Museums in New York City

A ‘free museum’ can come in a variety of forms in New York City – after all, there’s a big difference between museums that are always free and museums that have occasional free nights or special admission (like the MOMA‘s Target Free Fridays). Also, some museums are technically free but still suggest a contribution. For now, we’ll start with the first category: museums that are unique, accessible, and best of all – always free!

April 18, 2012

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5 Free Things to Do and See in Central Park

Here are some free activities to consider when planning your trip to the New York City‘s Central Park.

April 4, 2012

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Activities for Kids in NYC

1. The Lion King on Broadway: Although they may not have been born yet when the classic Disney film The Lion King came out in 1994, kids of all ages still can’t help but be absorbed by the award-winning costumes, sweeping themes, and timeless story of youth and familial responsibility. Other good Broadway options for [...]

March 29, 2012

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Free Things to Do in New York City

New York City, while glitzy and exciting, can also do some hardcore financial wear-and-tear on visitors – especially when you factor in necessities like food, hotels, sightseeing and fun. So here are a few suggestions for how to give your bank account the day off.

March 23, 2012

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5 Quick Tips on Getting Around NYC Hassle-Free

At first glance, getting around New York City seems like a daunting task, even if you don’t venture out of Manhattan. But at some point on your trip, you’ll need to take public transit; whether you’re riding the subway or bus or hailing a cab, these tips will help you navigate the streets of NYC.

March 9, 2012

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Songs to Get You in the Mood…for NYC! (Part II)

A variety of types of New York City-themed songs are out there – some speaking of the dreams which did (or didn’t) come true for people who sought that familiar skyline, some reflecting the ironies of feeling alone in a city with eight million other people, and others paying tribute to the landmarks and memorable moments that have shaped the memory of the nation, especially those occurring when the world was watching. Here are five more to add to your playlist:

February 29, 2012

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Songs to Get You in the Mood…for NYC! (Part I)

It seems New York City has inspired more classic songs than any other alpha city. Here are a few to pop on your iPod before you set out on your trip. After a long drive or plane flight, you’ll be glad you had a pick-me-up to keep you excited!

February 16, 2012

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Top 6 NYC Cultural Experiences

People come from all over the world to experience the atmosphere and energy of New York City, and it doesn’t take long for visitors to realize that NYC thrives with a culture all its own. Below are six of the best ways to experience the culture of The Big Apple.

February 2, 2012

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NYC: KGB Bar

The infamous “KGB” stands for Komitet (Committee) Gosudarstvennoy Bezopasnosti (State Security). You won’t find any of spies upstairs at KGB Bar in the East Village in New York City (at least we hope not), but you might take one look at the interior and expect the lovechild of Jack Kerouac and Lenin to walk in the door and join you for a vodka. Candles, curtains, dim lighting, poetry readings, a chill-out vibe… and of course, propaganda posters and loads of kitsch.

January 19, 2012

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NYC: 9/11 Memorial Museum Opening

Of the millions of visitors passing through New York City, most consider the World Trade Center site as near the top – if not on top altogether – of their ‘must-see’ list. This September (September 11, 2012 being the target date), the 9/11 Memorial Museum will finally open, allowing patrons to get much closer, emotionally, to the event than just snapping a photo of where the Twin Towers used to be.