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An oasis in the heart of bustling New York City, Central Park was opened in the winter of 1859 as a place for all New Yorkers to seek recreation. Today, locals and tourists alike head to the park for more than just a breath of... more
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Brisbird said
…-off happenning though. We ride the Uptown then the Downtown loop and then get off at one end of Central Park. We… continue reading »
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This organization strives to protect and preserve all forms of nature. Be it animals, plants or water bodies, The Nature Conservancy's mission is to protect the natural world. With several offices spread over the globe, it part... more
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New York's Chinatown is a cultural haven full of ancient and exotic traditions, and a huge amount of restaurants. This bustling and crowded neighborhood is home to over half of the city's Chinese population. In the grocery stor... more
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Matt and Amber said
… Wall Street....went to Chinatown.....and ate in several truly NY haunts - highlights included wonderful… continue reading »
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When the Dutch owned Manhattan (or New Amsterdam as they called it), fierce competition for trade led to war against the British. Governor Peter Stuyvesant ordered that a fortified wall be built, stretching 2,340 feet from the... more
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Jon & Hannah said
… photos, which doesn't seem right somehow. After that we took a whistle stop tour of sites such as Wall… continue reading »
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One of the most famous attractions in New York City, the Empire State Building was once the tallest building in the world. Completed in 1931 in the art deco style of architecture, this skyscraper is as famous for its height as... more
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Jassinc said
… a full day sightseeing. We left the hotel at 8am and headed for Empire State Building. Got through… continue reading »
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Greenwich Village is one of New York's most vibrant neighborhoods, packed with unique shops, restaurants, music clubs, historic coffee houses and the popular Washington Square Park. Also known as "The Village," this neighborhoo... more
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AK Andy said
… liked walking through Greenwich Village, a lovely and quiet area. We figured all the walking meant… continue reading »
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Brooklyn is a hub for the art community. Music, theatre and the literati abound in this artistic borough of New York. However, there is a dearth of performing platforms despite the concentration of the art community. Barbès is... more
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Located in the ultra-posh St. Regis Hotel, the centerpiece of the King Cole Bar is a mural by Maxfield Parish painted in 1906; it sits above the bar, confidently depicting Old King Cole. Legend has it that this is the birthplac... more
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Grand Central Terminal is one of New York's crown jewels, and the Oyster Bar, located in the basement, is certainly one of the high points of Grand Central. Cavernous, loud and casual, this is where New Yorkers come to feast on... more
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With an extensive selection of beers on tap and an incredible happy hour, High Dive's debut in Park Slope adds character to the 5th Ave bar selection. Patrons can enjoy selections from the well stocked juke box while perched on... more
Jamaica Travel Experiences
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Taking a Bite out of the Big Apple
Thursday, November 30, 2006I arrived yesterday afternoon to the hustle and bustle that is New York. The suitcase I heaved off the conveyo... Continue reading »
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Stay at Spencer Place B & B
Prospect Park is one of our favorite places in Brooklyn, and Nancye and Paul are members so we went to a special "Member's only" evening... 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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Gadget Time
Part of preparing for a trip like ours is about stressing out. The other part is the cooling balm that is gadget buying. Thankfully we ca... Continue reading »
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Gear Collection
We have started the gathering of the gear. There are a few websites out there to give advice, including this one of course. Most people s... Continue reading »
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