Tagged: new-york-city

New York City's New 9/11 Memorial Museum: A Review

For well over two millennia, humans have been telling one another stories of the dangers of looking back at evil or death. Lot’s wife turned to a pillar of salt because she dared…

Ever Heard of the "Upper West Side"? It's My Own Favorite Stomping Ground, Which Apparently Stamps Me as Something of a Square

Let me start with a disclaimer:  I am well aware that visitors to New York come here for the city's most famous sights:  the U.N., Broadway Shows, Rockefeller Center,…

Getting Cheap Tickets to Broadway Shows Just Got Easier

In a savvy move—one likely intended to lure back those theatergoers buying discounted tickets online—the Theater Development Fund has changed the way the line is being handled at…

New York City's Newest Tourist Attraction: Monthly Concerts By Billy Joel

Las Vegas casino-hotels long ago carved out a healthy tourist industry from installing popular artists in long runs. Elvis will always be the King, of course, but in recent years,…

Take a Vacation From Driving! A Pedestrian-Centric Website Lists Which US, Canadian and Australian Cities Are Most Walkable and Bikable

Though its rankings are geared towards residents--and would-be residents--of various cities around the globe, the website WalkScore's 2014 lists are invaluable tools for tourists,…

Book Review: National Geographic Issues a Delightful New Coffee Table Tome

Being in the right place at the right time.Some would say that’s the key to a good life, but the editors of National Geographic have a simpler formula: They think choosing the…

TodayTix: A Promising New Source for Scoring Deep Discounts on Broadway Show Tickets

Broadway is huge business, and a major tourism industry. Last season, which ended in May, raked in a staggering $1.14 billion in grosses for New York City's theatres.In the same…

Rooms for $100 in New York City During 'Hotel Week NYC', coming January 3 to 12

Once again, many New York City hotels have banded together and chosen a low-season week during which to knock rates down to approachable levels. The next "Hotel Week NYC" as they…

Decoding Three Common Travel Tips on Dining, Timing and Packing

When it comes to tips on how to travel better and more affordably, there are some old-chestnuts that always apply. But though they sound obvious, many actually require insider…

Brooklyn's New, Ultra-Gourmet Dining Scene: Pauline Frommer Reviews Three Hot Spots

The dish felt like a dare. “Fried pigs blood with [unpronounceable Scandinavian] berry,” the waiter said placing a small slab of wood with a fried ball in front of me. And then he…

The How To's of Choosing the Right Broadway Show to See

During the 2012-2013 theatrical season, some 11.6 million people attended Broadway shows in New York City, more than the attendance at the games of all of the city’s major league…

Drop That Knock-Off Purse! People Who Buy Counterfeit Goods in New York City May Now Face Stiff Fines

Just yesterday I was walking through New York's Chinatown, on my way to review a dim sum joint for my new guidebook, when a short woman slung with several purses sidles up to me.…

New York City Subway Stations Get Tricky Free Wi-Fi

After years of waiting, 36 stations in the New York City subway system, including the stations most popular with tourists (Times Square, Rockefeller Center) have been equipped with…

14 Things You Should Know about the Norwegian Breakaway

Norwegian Cruise Line has been feverishly building its brand for the past decade. What was once a side player in a big industry has evolved into a major name that's been betting…

Travel Troubleshooter: What Should I Do About This $50 Hotel Phone Bill?

Tyson Howard has to pay a $50 phone bill at his hotel. But wait -- aren't long-distance calls "free"? Well, kinda.Q: I stayed at the Wingate by Wyndham Charlotte Airport, and on the…

The Able Traveler: Wheelchair-Accessible Ballooning and Wine Tasting in Northern California

Hot air ballooning is a very popular activity in Sonoma County; and admittedly there's no shortage of outfitters that offer scenic flights over the Northern California vineyards,…

Traveler's Ski Report: What's New at Taos Ski Valley, New Mexico

"Don't panic!" screams the sign at the base of Taos Ski Valley in New Mexico. It's sage advice on any snowy slope, but here it's merely pointing out that the precipitous run in front…

Nightmare Guests: 5 Tales From Hotel Housekeepers

Hotel guests often feel entitled. After all, when was the last time that you made the bed before checking out? Each day, housekeepers are tasked with restoring each room to its…

Park of the Week: Richmond National Battlefield Park, Virginia

Neatly described as "America's Best Idea," the National Park Service has many properties, each quite different from the next. A case in point is Virginia's Richmond National…

A Three-City Ireland Vacation, from $699 With Air and Car

Ireland is a fairly temperate place, so anytime we see a package that's priced well for late fall travel, we pay attention. This week's Smart Deal comes from Sceptre Tours (tel.…

How to Travel with a Newborn: Look for an All-Inclusive Package

If you're up to the challenge of taking your newborn on an island vacation, consider escaping to Runaway Bay, Jamaica with an all-inclusive family travel package. The kid-friendly…

New York City's Dutch Treats and Historic Sites

Even though the Dutch were only in charge here for some 50 years back in the 1600s, they had a profound influence on the city. The entrepreneurial spirit of the Dutch helped turn New…

Photo Slideshow: 5 Great Casinos of the World

Click to view slideshowGambling only makes up a fraction of a casino's allure. Whatever your style, these casinos may tempt you to up the ante.

Photo Slideshow: Walking Tours That Put a Spring in Your Step

Click to view slideshowStrap on your most comfortable shoes, and sign up for a walking vacation this spring. Other than soaking in the sublime views, you can't help but work up an…

Ask the Family Travel Expert: Planning Ahead for White House Tours

Question: I'm taking my son (age 8) to Washington, D.C. for the first time in June. I'm going to try getting a tour reservation for the White House early, but I'm wondering if there…