March 15, 2024

7 of the best festivals & fairs in Upstate New York this Spring

Comprising the area north and west of New York City, Upstate New York has plenty going on all year round – with springtime a particularly busy period for festivals and fairs. From its picturesque lakeside locations to its urbanised centres, Upstate New York combines impressive natural scenery with a vibrant cultural and entertainment scene. When […]

December 15, 2023

5 unique Upper East Side boutiques

Among the wealth of shopping opportunities on Manhattan’s well-heeled Upper East Side are several notable boutiques that stand out above the crowd. Dotted with a mix of classic brownstones and upscale high-rises, the pretty residential district is renowned for its wealthy denizens, fancy restaurants and designer shops along Madison Avenue. Its retail offerings encompass everything READ MORE

December 5, 2023

10 events to visit in New York City this December

With Christmas just around the corner, the arrival of December sees New York City ramp up the action, with a whole host of city-wide events helping get locals and visitors in the festive mood. The city that never sleeps certainly lives up to that tagline come winter time, as it bursts into life with an READ MORE

November 13, 2023

5 of the Best NYC Boat Tours Around Statue of Liberty

One of New York’s most iconic tourist attractions, the Statue of Liberty can be seen on a number of boat tours. Gifted from France in 1884, the colossal neoclassical sculpture on Liberty Island in New York Harbor can be visited up close, with it even possible to climb to the top of the crown. But READ MORE

September 28, 2023

10 festivals to visit in New York City this Fall

With peak season prices dropping, enduringly warm weather and a glut of great festivals taking place across the city, Fall is a fantastic time to visit NYC. One of the world’s most vibrant metropolises, it’s little surprise that New York is a hotbed of events throughout the year. And one of the busiest times is READ MORE

August 7, 2023

Editor Picks: Hotels in Lower Manhattan

Home to some of NYC’s most desirable neighbourhoods, Lower Manhattan caters for visitors with a wide choice of accommodation options Also known as Downtown Manhattan, the borough’s most southernmost zone is best known for its spectacular skyscrapers. Basing yourself here during a visit to New York puts you in close proximity to many of the READ MORE

July 19, 2023

10 events to visit in NYC this August

The often oppressive heat demands distraction for visitors to New York in August – and gratefully this year is set to see a great line-up of events taking place across the city throughout the month. With many of the Big Apple’s permanent residents heading out of the city in August, it’s a month that allows READ MORE

June 12, 2023

A comparison of boutique hotels on the Upper East Side

New York’s upscale residential district of the Upper East Side is home to a number of accommodation options, including several charming boutique hotels. Renowned for its high-end restaurants, world-class museums and designer stores lining Madison Avenue, the Upper East Side is one of Manhattan’s most popular districts. Given its glut of attractions, a large number READ MORE

April 24, 2023

10 events to visit in NYC this May

With Spring in full bloom, May is a wonderful time to visit New York City – and, as always, this year there’s the temptation of some great events to attend as well. Pleasant temperatures, the calm before the summer tourism storm, and a packed roster of shows and events help make the month of May READ MORE

April 24, 2023

10 events to visit in Upstate New York this April

Venture north of metropolitan New York City into Upstate NY and you can find towns and cities where great events are held throughout the year – with April no exception. While much of upstate New York could be described as quiet and secluded, you don’t have to look hard to find plenty of things to READ MORE