Given it costs less than $100 to travel from New York to Montreal by train, the popular Canadian city has become an attractive destination for Manhattan residents wanting to experience its delights. As the largest city in Canada’s Québec province, Montreal has lots to inspire, invigorate and excite the traveler but if you’re stuck for time or only have a few days to explore, our handy guide will help you discover the must-see sights. [Read more…] about The Things New Yorkers Shouldn’t Miss During a First-Time Trip to Montreal
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Woodbury Common: Where You Fabulously Shop Til You Drop
Manhattan is one of the greatest places in the world for everything fashion… however much of what you seek comes at a pretty hefty price tag. This is the time of year where locals are trying to get away from it all while still looking fantastic in the process. Woodbury Common, which is a short drive/train ride away from our humble abode, is able to provide you with a unique getaway that includes all your favorite designers and name brands at a much cheaper cost (but still retaining its fabulosity in the process). [Read more…] about Woodbury Common: Where You Fabulously Shop Til You Drop
The Wagner in Battery Park is Ambiance, Style and More
The Wagner in Battery Park might be a tad left of center when it comes to the geographical map that is Manhattan, however its a place that is worth the check in and more due to a variety of amenities that this unbelievably gorgeous place provides once you enter its property. [Read more…] about The Wagner in Battery Park is Ambiance, Style and More
Here’s Why You Should Check Into Row NYC This Year
There are a zillion hotels one can stay at for a variety of reasons in Manhattan. Some prefer luxury, some amenities, some proximity to locations they want to visit. Row NYC, located in the heart of the theater district, has all of that and then some and can easily be on your list of great places to stay this year. [Read more…] about Here’s Why You Should Check Into Row NYC This Year
Travel Idea: Why You Should Check Into The Roslyn Hotel in Long Island
The holiday season is upon us, meaning travel is inevitable for many of us Manhattanites. Long Island happens to be one of those places that people who reside here call home, meaning that the trips on the LIRR will be happening soon (if they haven’t happened already). Instead of being crammed up during an overnight with your relatives, why not stay at a place all to yourself with amenities galore? Here’s why one of those places should be The Roslyn Hotel in the heart of the beautiful Nassau County town of the same name.
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The Kitano Hotel New York Provides an Unbelievable Experience You’ll Never Forget
When it comes to visiting or living in Manhattan, it’s good to remember one word: LOCAL. Why come to the greatest city in the world to only stay or eat at a place you can do the same at home? That makes no sense. Part of what makes this city so great is the one-of-a-kind experiences it provides the dwellers that inhabit it, and The Kitano Hotel New York just happens to be a gem that you must stay at while here.
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Westin Hotel’s Foundry Bar & Kitchen is a Pleasant Surprise
Can you actually enjoy lodging and dining in the tourist trap known as Times Square? New Yorkers worth their salt are likely to say “fuggedaboutit!” I too was a skeptic until I found myself at the Foundry Bar and Kitchen, located within the Westin Hotel on 43rd and 8th. This unique oasis of calm is a much welcome find in a neighborhood rife with chain restaurants and loud pubs.
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Travel Idea: How the City of Providence, Rhode Island Changed My Life
A significant amount of emotion can come into play for anyone when they are traveling. It can hit you when you least expect it, and it’s these sorts of moments that carries with you for the rest of your life. The city of Providence, Rhode Island changed my world long before I started traveling to it for journalism purposes, and it took me almost fifteen years after I made my first trip there to truly realize the impact this area has had on my personal world. [Read more…] about Travel Idea: How the City of Providence, Rhode Island Changed My Life
Travel Idea: 5 Great Reasons to Visit New Haven, Connecticut
New Haven, Connecticut is a fabulous place for Manhattanites to visit this summer and beyond. From the sandy beaches to the delicious cuisine and imaginative art, this area provides so many reasons to visit that it’s hard to think of just one! So we came up with five great ones that will hopefully get you thinking about heading up there shortly. [Read more…] about Travel Idea: 5 Great Reasons to Visit New Haven, Connecticut
Checking In? Here’s Why Grand Hyatt New York is a Great Place to Stay
Grand Central is easily one of the most visited parts of New York City. This hustling and bustling area is constantly swarmed with tons of people who want to take in all the beauty and architecture that surrounds it. So why not stay at a place located right in the middle of all the action? The Grand Hyatt New York, located on E. 42nd Street between Park and Lexington Avenue, should be that one place you check into for all the action in this fun part of town. [Read more…] about Checking In? Here’s Why Grand Hyatt New York is a Great Place to Stay