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Now that my hometown is back on top of the must visit destination list, here’s how to enjoy NYC on the cheap. Late summer and early fall is a great time to be in NYC, for Broadway Week 2-for-1 tickets, FREE outdoor movies in NYC parks, FREE US Open fan events, the San Gennero Festival,
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Time to cool off at one of New York City’s dozens of miles of FREE sandy beaches, boardwalks and more than 50 public outdoor swimming pools, plus another dozen indoor pools. All are accessible by public transportation, subway or bus, or even by ferry. Lifeguards are on duty daily Memorial Day through Labor Day at
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There are hundreds of FREE watch parties, including for the quarter-finals, semi-finals and winner-take-all World Championship game on July 19, plus restaurant dining deals and more. Here’s your ultimate guide to FIFA in New York City, to watch your favorite team and be part of the energy, and avoid paying tens of thousands of dollars
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One of the best things to do on a warm spring or summer day is a picnic in the park. Here are the best picnic spots in NYC’s Central Park, whether you bring your own food or purchase take-out at one of the local cafes, and the rules and restrictions for barbecuing or grilling.
New York City lights up for the holidays like nowhere else on earth. Here’s your calendar and guide to the best NYC holiday tree and Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremonies, vintage subway rides, Kwanzaa celebrations, crafts markets and more. Enjoy NYC on the cheap with these FREE and family-friendly 2025 holiday events. If you want to
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One of the great pleasures of winter in New York City is ice skating, especially at one of the rinks with a skyline view and those which give discounts to NYC residents. Here are the best places to skate – including for FREE – around my hometown, including prices, hours and rental costs.
New York City lights up for the holidays like nowhere else on earth. Here’s your calendar and guide to the best 2024 holiday tree and Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremonies, vintage subway rides, Kwanzaa celebrations and more.
New York City lights up for the holidays like nowhere else on earth. Here’s your complete calendar and guide to the best NYC holiday tree and Hanukkah menorah lighting ceremonies, vintage subway rides, Kwanzaa celebrations and more. Enjoy NYC on the cheap with these FREE and family-friendly 2023 holiday events. If you want to spend
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