New York City has long been known to be one of the best places in the U.S. to watch Fourth of July fireworks. The city’s fireworks shows are known for their spectacular displays of lights, colors and sounds that continue to thrill people of all ages. Here are some of the best spots for viewing […]
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New York City is well known for putting its own twist on some of the most delicious food: cheesecake, bagels and “dirty water dogs”, to name a few. It’s indisputable, however, that the one iconic New York bite is pizza. The Big Apple can’t take credit for inventing the pizza pie, though. Both the ancient […]
New York City has always been a world unto itself, but for visitors, mastering the lingo beloved by city residencies can be an intimidating proposition. Here are just a few important terms to know on your next visit to NYC, and why learning the right lingo can help you better navigate the most fascinating parts […]
Electric scooters and electric bicycles are seen as a public menace by some, and these same eco-friendly modes of transportation are seen as a way to combat traffic and lower one’s carbon footprint to boot by others. The city of New York has been pretty ambivalent until recently. On Wednesday, a bill is set to […]
As the New York state legislature worked to develop their budget for the 2020 fiscal year, they sought to leverage losses in revenue in other areas by increasing taxes on those purchasing high-value homes – called the ‘progressive mansion tax’, this new policy imposes a one-time tax increase scaling upwards as the price of the […]
For most, first dates are nervewracking. There’s the stress of picking the right outfit, the right things to say to sound cool, but not braggy, and most importantly, finding the perfect spot to meet. Luckily for those that live in NYC, the city is full of cool spots that are sure to impress. Remove some […]
Have a big appetite? A buffet is the perfect place to satiate your hunger. While buffets have a bad reputation for serving old food that’s been sitting under a heat lamp for hours, these NYC spots are sure to change your mind. These restaurants all have their own all-you-can-eat offerings, and each is as delicious […]
New York City has been around for quite some time. In fact, the iconic city was established in 1624; that’s almost 400 years worth of history. And while the Big Apple has seen many major changes, from the technological to the infrastructural, one thing has remained constant: the bicycle. That’s right, New Yorkers have been […]
There is an ongoing affordable housing crisis in New York City. Based on the principles of supply and demand, the real estate industry of the city isn’t able to keep up with the rapidly growing population which has created a situation where landlords and property owners are able to charge incredibly high rent for their […]
New York City has always been known for its status. It’s the city where dreams can come true. It’s home to almost one million millionaires and houses the world’s financial trade center. So, needless to say, there’s a fair bit of opulence throughout the city. And while NYC has experienced its fair share of large-scale […]
