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Rockefeller Center is a unique commercial complex located on 22 acres in midtown Manhattan, built by John D Rockefeller and his family in 1930. With over 19 buildings and sites, including the famous Radio City Music Hall, the w... more
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IUP Cook Honors College said
… the Brooklyn Bridge and viewed the city from the top of the Rockefeller center. These tourist attractions… continue reading »
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This National Historic Landmark was originally founded in 1863 as The Long Island Historical Society. Today it acts as an archives and educational center with its soul purpose being the preservation of the history of Brooklyn.... more
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This Chinatown drinking spot was once a local barbershop. The exterior retains the old look, but inside is one of the hippest (and most out of the way) bars in the city, complete with a Swedish theme. It is small and minimalist... more
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This Tribeca club features mostly alternative rock shows, but it also showcases blues and jazz performances. There are numerous different rooms in this funky, cavernous space. The main stage showcases popular bands as well as b... more
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Grape & Grain is, in a word, intimate. Come here for a close conversation over a delicious bottle of Spanish wine. The decor is a study in contrasts, with its rustic wooden tables and wheatgrass growing around the perimeter. A... more
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This smoky dive draws a crowd of downtowners, as well as those who just want to be alone for the night. Lakeside Lounge has become a second home to many musicians. Known for good, free live music, the bar hosts a mix of local a... more
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This popular Flatiron area wine bar features Italian varietals served in a reserved, classy setting featuring marble-topped tables. Prices are not cheap, with the cost of a drink averaging around $9, but there is a good selecti... more
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The jazz at the Zinc Bar ranges from North America's coolest to South America's hottest. Enter this popular spot, descend a steep stairway and brush through a velvet curtain in order to arrive at the table side and enjoy what h... more
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Built in 1913, Grand Central Terminal is impressive even to New Yorkers, particularly the massive main hall with its cathedral-like vaulted ceiling. The building s beautiful with chic new shops and a food court lending an air o... more
Real Travelers who've been here
Jo and Nic said
… them off we headed for Grand Central Terminal. It is a very beautiful building and they had a… continue reading »
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A short ferry ride from Lower Manhattan will bring you to the serene Governor's Island, which is home to the world famous national monument. Not yet fully operational, the area is open only during summer, but a visit is worthwh... more
Brooklyn Travel Experiences
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New York
We flew into LaGuardia domestic airport which is probably the closest airport to Manhattan. We caught the subway system to Jacob’s uncle... Continue reading »
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A Sort of Homecoming - U2
July 11, 2007 Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn NYHome, a week now. Can't rightly get my head around the fact that it's over. No... Continue reading »
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Day 10-14: Oh hosteling...
We were pretty much freaking out about where we were going to stay. A cheap hotel averages about $115 a night and we weren't quite prepar... Continue reading »
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Christmas in the city that never sleeps...
New York gave us a rather frosty reception. Our flight from Panama via Miami had been delayed by five hours so rather than arriving in th... Continue reading »
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The Met, Central Park, and 5th Avenue
New York City is so interesting and filled with so much beautiful architecture, activities, and shopping areas, that we walked 46 blocks... Continue reading »
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