New York is an ideal city to explore on foot – except on rainy, snowy days. When the weather turns foul, umbrella-wielding pedestrians clog soggy sidewalks and the parks become a muddy mess. The Met Museum, MoMa, and Macys are certainly great choices to avoid the elements: unfortunately most people make that same choice and […]
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All About New York’s Apollo Theater
The Apollo Theater, located in Harlem, is one of New York’s most historic—and excellent—theaters. Trust us: The Apollo Theater’s world-famous slogan, “Where Stars are Born and Legends are Made,” is no hollow boast! For more than eight decades, the Apollo Theater has showcased an astounding roster of African-American stars—and launched many of their careers. Pioneers of jazz, […]
Ghosts in New York: The City’s Most Haunted Theaters
If you like haunted houses and ghost stories, then head to some of New York’s most haunted locations: its theaters. Sure, it’s all bright lights during the show. But after the audiences exit and the theater goes dark, a solitary object remains on stage: the ghost light. This tradition of placing a lamp with an illuminated, […]
NYC Halloween Events 2012
Halloween is BIG in NYC. New Yorkers love an opportunity to dress up, cut loose, and misbehave. Halloween events take place all over the city, from family fun to terrifying haunted houses. Here’s a roundup up this year’s events: Ongoing – Ghosts of New York Tours – describing NYC as “America’s most haunted city,” Victorian-costumed […]
Harlem, New York: A Walking Tour
Harlem isn’t just one of the most historic neighborhoods in New York City. It’s also one of the liveliest. The word “Harlem” alone evokes images of legendary nightspots like the Cotton Club, where great musicians filled the night with hot jazz. For others, it brings thoughts of the notorious ghetto: decrepit, dirty, and crime-ridden. While both are part of […]
Lincoln Center: What to Know Before You Go
The Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is one of New York’s most vibrant cultural centers. Home to 11 arts organizations presenting music, dance, opera, drama, and film, Lincoln Center also showcases some of the world’s finest performing artists and companies. And it’s well worth a visit on your next trip to New York City! Here’s […]
Broadway Week 2012
The Broadway League, NYC & Company (NYC’s official tourism organization) and the New York Times have come together to offer Broadway Week, with 20 participating shows offering 2-for-1 tickets (Sorry, The Lion King and Wicked are no longer available). Tickets are available for selected performances from January 17 through February 4. (So, it’s actually 3 […]