New York travel tips

If you asked any local New Yorker, 90% of them would probably have no idea where or even what Castle Clinton is. Standing at the foot of Battery Park,…

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• New York Harbor
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“Whisper, Speakeasy, the police are watching”! Long ago, in the prohibition-era America, the “speakeasy” became a common name to describe a place to get an illicit drink. No…

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• cocktails
• drinks
• nightlife
• nyc

Every September Little Italy completely transforms into a haven of food, festivities and fun during the lively Feast of San Gennaro. As a highlight of the city every…

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• immigrants
• Little Italy
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• tradition

New York City has a long and storied history associated with Labor Day. As a holiday, it is a time to celebrate and honor the journey of the American…

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• broadway
• Brooklyn
• food
• Greenwich Village
• Holidays
• Labor Day
• Midtown
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• Queens
• Top 5
• Washington Square Park

For most Americans, Labor Day conjures up images of barbecues, parades, and the wistful end of summer. Few give thought to the origin of the holiday, beyond perhaps…

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Visiting the Statue of Liberty is a must when you visit New York. No other monument encapsulates the city so well. For over 130 years she has stood,…