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Fall Theater & Dining Venues to Explore in NYC

Oct 4, 2016  |   Contributor: Beck Bamberger

Pumpkin spiced lattes, colorful leaves, butter-soft leather gloves and New York City—some things are just better in the fall. Although the city is ideal to visit anytime of the year, autumn just has a certain flavor to it that is best consumed in the City That Never Sleeps. The Big Apple’s shows are one of the greatest draws to the state. Tourists alone bought 7.7 million tickets to Broadway shows last year, and this year attendance is set to outpace the attendance for all of New York and New Jersey’s sports events combined, including Yankees and Mets games.

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6 Hotels For Any Type of Family Getaway

Sep 12, 2016  |   Contributor: Kavita Daswani

More often than not, the notion of a family reunion trip is more appealing than the reality of it. Finding a place that appeals to everyone, is relatively easy to get to, and a destination that offers something for everyone in the group from toddlers to grandparents? It can be tiresome to plan. Throw in being able to enjoy that in a luxurious and sophisticated ambience only adds to the challenge. 

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The Coming-of-Age of Manhattan's Lower East Side

Sep 8, 2016  |   Contributor: Victor and Mary

If the Upper East Side is a straightlaced socialite sporting chanel suits, the Lower East Side is her edgy, adventurous sister rocking Vivienne Westwood. Coined LES, the New York City neighborhood possesses a storied history from its “gangs

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5 Luxury Hotels With Fashion Designers Behind Their Runway-Chic Uniforms

Apr 2, 2015  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Luxury hotels typically pull out all the stops when it comes to designing their property, deciding on which furnishings to use and what amenities to provide. But those looking to set themselves apart go even farther by hiring fashion designers to create their runway-style staff uniforms. 

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Spain’s Largest Hotel Chain Opens Second US Location

Aug 1, 2016  |   Contributor: Vicki Arkoff

New York City’s Restaurant Row has a stylish new eatery dressing up the recently-opened Riu Plaza in Times Square. "Fashion" is a chic breakfast, lunch and dinner spot for hotel guests and locals hungry for a pre-theater dinner or late-night bite. The $310 million Riu Plaza New York Times Square is RIU Hotels & Resorts’ first foray into NY, and Fashion’s menu is inspired by the hotel’s Spanish roots and global destinations. 

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The World's Most Expensive Suite is Now Located in NYC

Jul 25, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

When it comes to wanting the best of the best, how much would you pay for a stay in the world’s most expensive suite? The Mark Hotel in New York City thinks that number is $75,000 a night, at least that’s what they’re banking on. The property’s 12,000-square-foot suite takes first place among the globe’s most lavish accommodations. Previously the Royal Penthouse Suite at the President Wilson Geneva in Switzerland was the most expensive with a price tag of $60,000 a night.

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Could New Yorkers Be Living in the Waldorf Astoria Soon?

Jun 27, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

Soon New Yorkers may be able to live at the Waldorf Astoria. Now owned by China-based Anbang Insurance Group, the hotel is in talks of turning 1,000 rooms into condos. In 2015, the group submitted plans to gut the 12th and 24th floors which look to potentially be for the new units.

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6 Luxury Hotels Doubling as Art Galleries

Jun 23, 2016  |   Contributor: Kimberly Fisher

Around the world, luxury hotels have become more than just a place to lay your head at night. With unique amenities such as complimentary Porches, in-room shopping sprees with a local designer, and custom tequila bottles left as a welcome amenity for guests in Mexico, properties are setting themselves apart through more than just their guestrooms. Another way they are doing so is by showcasing world-class artwork throughout the hotel. If you’re an art aficionado, check out these six hotels whose collections are just about as envy-inducing as any museum’s.

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An NYC Weekend Escape to Playa del Carmen

Jun 21, 2016  |   Contributor: Kimberly Fisher

An easy weekend escape for New Yorkers, Playa del Carmen has been called “The Trendiest City on Mexico’s Eastern Coast.” The vibrant culture, luminous weather, strong American dollar and recent developments of luxury hotels, boutiques, restaurants and nightlife make it as easy choice for a fun weekend getaway. Whether you are seeking a quiet, rejuvenating visit, a look into the history and culture of Mexico or a foodie immersion, it can all be found in this diverse coastal resort town on the Caribbean Sea.

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The Macallan Creates Gentleman-Approved NYC Weekend Experience

Jun 15, 2016  |   Contributor: Nicolle Monico

It’s a widely accepted fact that most men love Scotch. Pair that love of whisky with a trip to New York hosted by The Macallan, and you’ve got a pretty good Father’s Day gift on your hands. This year, the brand teamed up with Gilt City to give dads a weekend of gentleman-approved experiences.

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New York for the Untourist | Presented by The James New York

Jun 8, 2016  |   Contributor: The James New York

With virtually endless things to see and do in NYC, it’s important to be strategic when planning your sightseeing—so many landmarks, so little time. The good news is: swapping out some of the major tourist traps for more local attractions means skipping the massive crowds, long lines and unnecessary stress that goes along with them. Here are five savvy suggestions for having a relaxing and authentic New York City experience:

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Fancy Tipples: Rarified Bars Around the Globe

May 9, 2016  |   Contributor: Siddharth Dasgupta

If travel, for you, is an intoxicating blend of taste, spirit and the heady desires of the heart, then perhaps these bars will be just your style. These alluring bars are striking windows into the cultural fabric and social zeitgeist of some of the world's chicest cities.

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Maserati Goes to Hell's Kitchen

Apr 13, 2016  |   Contributor: Noah Joseph

New Yorkers know that you go to Fifth Avenue for fashion, and the Diamond District for jewelry. But if it's a luxury automobile you're in the market for, Hell's Kitchen is the place to look. Most of the major upscale automakers have their flagship showrooms on the same ten-block stretch of 11th Avenue on the Upper West Side of Manhattan, and now Maserati is setting up shop in the same area with a dealership of its own.

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The World’s Best Art Events For April

Apr 12, 2016  |   Contributor: Todd Jatras

April brings yet another full slate of art shows, fairs and exhibitions around the world. Here’s a look at what’s on this month’s agenda: Peter Fetterman Gallery in Santa Monica has a stirring career retrospective of Brazilian photographer Sebastião Salgado’s work through June 11, while over in New York, Cooper Hewitt is presenting its fifth design triennial through August 21. 

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Zaha Hadid Nails It With First NYC Apartment Building

Mar 28, 2016  |   Contributor: Mila Pantovich

Zaha Hadid’s architectural portfolio is vast and incredibly varied, from designing opera houses to museums to bridges. Her work is at once organic and futuristic, always boasting graceful curves and continuous lines. With 520 West 28th though, she has really outdone herself.

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