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9/11 Memorial Museum

A life-changing visit to the 9/11 Memorial Museum The 9/11 Memorial Museum is unlike any other museum I’ve ever visited in the entire world. Gone are the feelings of awe and fascination that you would typically experience at a museum. These feelings are instead replaced by a sense of shock and, on some occasions, absolute […]

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Ground Zero Tour

The moving stories and inspirational heroes that make up the Ground Zero tour It’s almost impossible to come to New York City and not have your mind brought back to the tragic events that took place there on 9/11. Although the city and its people are very much in recovery, it’s clear that this massive […]

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Ellis Island Tour

ellis island tour

Fascinating stories and exhibits on the Ellis Island tour As one of the most important places in the history of the United States of America, Ellis Island is a destination not to be missed when visiting New York City. Take part in an Ellis Island Tour and learn all there is to know about this […]

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Statue of Liberty Ferry and Visitor Information

The Statue of Liberty

The Statue of Liberty is one of the most-recognized statues in the world. Not to mention, of course, a symbol of America… and of the world! The easiest way to visit the Statue of Liberty is on our Statue of Liberty tours. Our fully-guided tour boards first thing in the morning, with reserved tickets to one […]

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Explore NYC’s Black History (Updated 2015)

African Americans have been an integral part of NYC since it’s founding.  While the first Black residents were bought to the city against their will, African Americans eventually streamed into NYC from all over the country (and the world), seeking a better life.  February is Black History Month.  Here are some ways to celebrate the […]

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New York’s Haunted Houses

Merchant House, NYC

New York is a magnet that has drawn in people since its founding.  In fact, many New Yorkers are so rooted in the city, they refuse to leave…even after death.  With such limited space and layer upon layer of history found at many locales, it’s little wonder that New Yorkers, both alive and deceased, coexist.  […]

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Governors Island: What You Have to Know

Governors Island, NYC

Governors Island is unlike anywhere else in New York City. It’s a 172-acre playground in New York Harbor, just 800 yards from Lower Manhattan—and, yes, it’s an island! With remarkable views of the Manhattan skyline and the Statue of Liberty, Governors Island is admission-free and open for picnics, biking, tours, exhibits, performances and events. For […]

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