 New York City has an incomparable mix of cultures, people, and traditions. It is a city that never sleeps. If somebody claims that everything happens in New York City, virtually no one will dispute it. Thus, your plans to visit New York City should not just be about touring and hopping from one subway station to another. Your vacation plans should also include seeing some of the most popular New York City Events.
The New York Film Festival
Film fanatics are a dime a dozen but great films are rare. The world’s greatest films are showcased and honored during the New York Film …continue reading
 Have you ever been on vacation and realized, as you are going home, that you haven’t really seen the most important tourist attractions? This type of experience will most likely happen during your New York City vacation.
The Big Apple simply has too many attractions and events. To experience them all, you might need to come back again and again. But during your first short visit, here are six New York City attractions that you must include in your itinerary. Even if you missed other New York City attractions, visiting these six places means that you’ve made it here.
The Statue of …continue reading
NYC yellow taxi cabs.
The real fun in New York City travel is getting around the city. There is an intangible but strong sense of accomplishment in being able to go from one destination to another within this almost intimidating maze of the Big Apple.
Fortunately, there are several methods of getting around New York City. There are buses, taxis, and the world famous subway. Tourists may want to consider renting their own car but for very short distances, walking is highly recommended.
Here are several important tips to remember when you use any of these methods.
New York City Travel On …continue reading
 Fashion Week Tents at Bryant Park
It has been rumored that organizers of New York fashion week are going to announce that next year, Fashion Week will be moving from Bryant Park (where Fashion Week has been held for the last 15 years) to Lincoln Center.
Apparently, park management has been complaining for years about the invitation-only shows had grown too large and were restricting access to the park. Although Fashion Week was welcomed in 1993, when it started, there have been many clashes between Fashion Week organizers and the park’s management company.
The problems escalated in 2006 when the Bryant Park Corporation …continue reading
 The boardwalk on Brighton Beach
I’ve lived on Brighton Beach for about 17 years, and what I’ve found is that it is a neighborhood like no other. They call it “Little Odessa By The Sea”, but it is nothing like the real Odessa, or like any other city in Ukraine or Russia. It is so over the top “Russian” that it’s not really Russian at all. What it is is impossible to explain, but that is the beauty of this neighborhood.
Brighton Beach goes from Ocean Parkway until West End Avenue, where Manhattan Beach starts. You can get here on the B1, …continue reading
 A Scene from a New Year's Eve long past…
Ever wondered how our very publicized way of spending New Year’s came to be? Well, The Times Square Alliance has posted up a brief history on their website, which you should check out. However, I have re-posted this information for your viewing pleasure:
“New York in 1904 was a city on the verge of tremendous changes – and, not surprisingly, many of those changes had their genesis in the bustling energy and thronged streets of Times Square. Two innovations that would completely transform the Crossroads of the World debuted in 1904: the opening …continue reading
 You’d think that living in the biggest and most active city in the world would mean we all party our heads off on New Years, but no. Most New Yorkers don’t really do anything for New Years at all, and if they do, it always turns out to be a disappointment. Of course, there are those of us who will be partying and living the dream, but truth be told, most people stay at home or leave the city for this travesty of a holiday, and here are the top 10 reasons why New Years in NYC is overrated:
1) Super Crowded …continue reading
 The Bridge Cafe, one of NYC's haunted places
New York City is incredibly old and has a fair amount of history that goes with it, including a haunted history. Throughout the years, there have been tons of high profile killings, deaths and such and throughout the years New Yorkers have reported tons of sightings of ghosts. This list, taken from about.com, includes some of the places with the highest amount of reported sighting. Check them out in person if you can, and let us know if you see anything!
Algonquin Hotel
59 W 44th St
Many guests at the Algonquin Hotel have …continue reading
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