Keep spreadin' the news: the Big Apple is in a class of its own -- one of the most exciting cities on the planet, and with enough variety and raw material to keep visitors coming back for decades, from Times Square to the rural side of Staten Island.

 

cover photo: Julien Maculan/Unsplash

130 Members
Join Us!

5 Rooftop Bars to Enjoy Autumn in New York City

Stockcake.com The Big Apple is awesome all year round, of course, but there´s something about the crispness of fall that makes it especially appealing, with clear, dry weather and temperatures still a balmy 18 degrees Celsius (65 Fahrenheit). In fact, some say it´s perhaps the most comfortable time of year to visit - and to enjoy the cool vibe and spectacular cityscapes from its rooftop bars, offering cocktails with a side of sky and unforgettable views.Read post Stockcake.com

Read more…
0 Replies

DUMBO and the Brooklyn Bridge topped Google´s list of most searched for scenic spots in the USA

Eileen Tan/Dreamstime.com   On Google´s list of its most popular searches during 2022, when it comes to scenic spots in the United States there are some surprises. For starters, “scenic spots” in Google’s definition does not include iconic places like Vermont’s Technicolor White Mountains in fall or the yawning Grand Canyon in Arizona (and by the waym more about canyons later). Instead, Google users were primarily interested in where to see and photograph some of Mother Nature’s magnificent…

Read more…
0 Replies

Tribeca cool on the downtown sidewalks of Manhattan

 peeterv If whilst strolling along a side street in the downtown New York City neighbourhood of Tribeca (also spelt TriBeCa), taking in the cityscape, you think you might’ve just passed Leonardo DiCaprio, with his head down and slouching under a Yankees cap… have another look – nope, you’re not dreaming – it’s Leo, all right.Your chances of bumping into a famous face or two on the street are definitely higher here than in most other parts of the Big Apple; for example, Robert DeNiro is an owner…

Read more…
0 Replies

You need to be a member of Tripatini to add comments!

Join Tripatini

Comments are closed.

Comments

  • Nice...this brought me back to my own rambles through SoHo https://www.cntraveler.com/story/a-perfect-day-in-soho-according-to...
    A Perfect Day in SoHo, New York
    Spend a day wandering through cobblestone streets, eating sweet treats, and seeing plenty of art.
  • EW: NYC´s least touristed borough, Staten Island, nonetheless harbors some real gems: https://www.nyctourism.com/new-york/staten-island/
    Things to Do in Staten Island | New York City Tourism | Official Guide
    Staten Island offers historic attractions, scenic beach views and diverse dining options—not to mention a world-famous ferry.
  • The East Village and Lower East Side aren´t as "gritty" as they were when I lived in Manhattan in the 1980s and 90s, but they still definitely lean more toward the creative and countercultural than the rest of the island! https://www.lonelyplanet.com/articles/guide-to-east-village-and-low...
    A guide to NYC's Lower East Side and East Village
    Side-by-side neighborhoods in NYC, the Lower East Side and East Village are a collective bastion of creativity, style and counterculture.
  • I´m into museums and I´m definitely into quirky and off the beaten path. And I´ve even been to a couple of these! https://apnews.com/article/smaller-museums-nyc-holiday-travel-185b6...
    NYC has scores of small, specialized or quirky museums. Here are some highlights
    New York can be a magical place for museumgoers but it can also be overwhelming and overcrowded at times, especially at the biggest, most famous muse…
  • Things have changed in Harlem! https://travelnoire.com/is-harlem-safe
    Is Harlem Safe? Tips for Visiting the Black Mecca of the 20’s - Travel Noire
    The Harlem Renaissance put this district on the map. But it also gave Harlem, New York a tarnished reputation that it has since outgrown.
  • Untapped New York is a pretty cool website I used to make my visits to the Big Apple more interesting. Check it out: https://untappedcities.com/
    Untapped New York | Secrets of New York
    The ultimate source of things to do in New York and stories about the secrets of New York City! Discover NYC's hidden gems and events for the curious…
  • AFAR just came out with a pretty cool guide to Brooklyn: https://www.afar.com/magazine/a-guide-to-brooklyn-new-york-what-to-...
    What to Do, Eat, and See in Brooklyn, New York
    From art to food, here’s what to know about New York City’s most populous borough.
  • Up till now, NYC denizens hankering for a beach have to go out to Coney Island or even farther out on Long Island's south shore, but this summer plans are to open an artificial "beach" right in west Greenich Village - the one catch is no swimming: https://nypost.com/2023/02/06/new-beach-to-open-in-manhattan-this-s...
    New beach to open in Manhattan this summer
    The same firm that brought New Yorkers and visitors the High Line will open Gansevoort Peninsula this summer for warm-weather outdoor thrills.
  • In one of the world's pricier cities, here's a look from the New York Times at several of the Big Apple's top inexpensive restos: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/12/13/dining/best-cheap-restaurants-ny...
  • Cool find! 15 NYC gems even many locals don't know about. As a former NYer, I did know about maybe three of them, but learned a lot for my next swing back to the Big Apple: https://www.elitedaily.com/lifestyle/hidden-gems-new-york-city-fall...
    These Are NYC's Best Hidden Gems To Explore For Fall, According To TikTok
    TikTok's #nychiddengems tag is essential viewing before you plan your fall trip to New York. Check out these hidden gems in New York City for fall th…
This reply was deleted.