Welcome to the ultimate guide to Central Park, New York City’s crown jewel. Nestled in the heart of Manhattan, this iconic green oasis offers a serene retreat from the bustling city streets. Spanning a staggering 843 acres, Central Park is a magnet for both locals and tourists alike, who flock to its lush meadows, scenic […]
How we celebrate January 1 can set the tone for the next 364 days. It is a legal holiday in America and people indulge in exuberant glitz and glamour to usher in the new year. The 2020 celebration had a restricted crowd due to pandemic precautions with spaces reserved for first responders in ‘socially distant […]
New Year’s Day is the world’s most celebrated holiday. Americans ‘ring in’ the day with gala food and drinks, club hopping and midnight fireworks displays. A few traditions are watching the ‘ball drop’ at Times Square, a special kiss to ward off evil spirits and taking resolutions to follow for the rest of the year. […]
The iconic national monument is one of the most majestic attractions of New York. It sees the maximum number of visitors during the summer, due to the breezy Liberty Island cruise and the bright climate. Tourists wish to experience a piece of history and get a gorgeous view of NYC here. No wonder in 2019 […]
The fall season is all about orange foliage, pumpkin spice lattes and bonfires. It is also the season for Halloween, one of the most extravagantly celebrated festivals across America. Halloween traces its root back to the Celtics, who during the harvest season would wear costumes to scare away evil spirits, according to an article by […]
In 2018, the global wellness economy stood at $4.5 trillion, growing 6.4% annually from 2015 to 2017, according to figures released by The Global Wellness Institute (GWI). The key sectors of this market include personal care, mind and body fitness and nutrition. If you are looking for the perfect physical and emotional balance, consider a […]
Public libraries are an indispensable part of American communities. Their popular services include no-cost access to research resources, digital skill programs and creative technologies. About 77% Americans say that local libraries offer the resources they need and 33% believe closing them down could impact their personal lives, according to data released by Pew Research Center. […]
Grand Central Terminal is a shining example of New York’s glorious past. Annually, 216 million people visit this transportation hub and 60 million experience numerous events at the Vanderbilt Hall, according to figures released by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority. In 1976, this station was declared a National Historic Landmark. The station was opened to commuters […]
The grape, grape juice and wine industry of New York generates over $4.8 billion annually, according to an article by the New York Wine and Grape Industry. The figures clearly indicate Americans’ steady love affair with wine. In fact, one in four Americans, or 25% of the adult population, prefers it over any other alcoholic […]
Did you know that Longacre Square was renamed Times Square in 1904? Today, after more than a century, the commercial stretch witnesses nearly 380,000 footfalls every single day. In fact, 85,000 pedestrians enter the “Bowtie” between 7:00 pm and 1:00 am, according to figures released by Times Square District Management Association. So, what allures this […]