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Figuring out where to watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks in NYC? Our guide covers 21+ spots, from free parks (Central, Prospect) to paid cruises and rooftops with views of the Statue of Liberty or skyline. Find your perfect spot to ring in 2026.
New Year’s Eve in New York isn’t just a night—it’s a full production. Fireworks, rooftop parties, and crowds in glitter…
Overwhelmed by NYE plans? We found 20+ epic parties in NYC, from seeing the ball drop to dancing ’til dawn in Brooklyn. Your guide is here!
Figuring out where to watch the New Year’s Eve fireworks in NYC? Our guide covers 21+ spots, from free parks (Central, Prospect) to paid cruises and rooftops with views of the Statue of Liberty or skyline. Find your perfect spot to ring in 2026.
Living in NYC is expensive, but your birthday doesn’t have to be. We’ve verified the 30+ best birthday freebies in New York City for 2026. From a free spa day at QC NY to the legendary Liberty Bagels rainbow bagel and the Chip City birthday cookie, here is how to treat yourself without spending a dime.
Panic setting in? Don’t worry. We’ve scouted the 13 best last-minute Valentine’s reservations in NYC (and the walk-in spots that are even better). From the legendary Black Label Burger at the Minetta Tavern bar to the skyline views at Manhatta, here is how to save your date night without a reservation.
Forget the prix-fixe dinner nightmare. The real move for Valentine’s Day 2026 is checking in and not checking out. We’ve curated the 11 best romantic NYC staycation hotels with spa packages—from the 250-year-old farmhouse pool at The Greenwich Hotel to the private terrace jacuzzis at The William Vale. Here is where to book your luxury escape.
Tired of the “romantic” tourist traps? We’ve curated the 12 best non-cheesy Valentine’s Day date ideas in NYC. From the mind-blowing sleight-of-hand at Speakeasy Magick to the heated outdoor pools at QC NY Spa, here is how to impress your date without falling into a prix-fixe nightmare.
Kickoff is coming! We’ve curated the ultimate guide to the 11 best NYC Super Bowl watch parties for 2026. Forget standing room only; we’re talking heated igloos at 230 Fifth, personal TV bunkers at TailGate Brooklyn, and waterfront glasshouses at Watermark. Here is where to reserve your spot for the Big Game before they sell out.
The “authentic” dim sum experience doesn’t have to mean waiting in line for two hours. We’ve curated the 11 best dim sum restaurants in NYC that take reservations. From the massive banquet halls of Jing Fong (UWS) to the Michelin-starred bites at Tim Ho Wan, here is where to book your table for a stress-free Lunar New Year feast.
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The “8 Nights of Nosh” are here! We’ve curated the ultimate guide to the best designer latkes and sufganiyot in NYC for 2025. From the iconic jelly doughnuts at Breads Bakery to the viral “Totkes” at Edith’s and Short Rib Pierogi combos at Veselka, here are the 11 spots where you need to spend your carb budget this Hanukkah.
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