The Empire State Building in New York City is iconic. It towers above the streets of Manhattan and shows up in almost every travelers’ itinerary. While I haven’t gone up to the observation deck on every trip to the Big Apple, I’ve enjoyed the times I’ve taken the elevator to the top. Here’s a rundown…
I love exploring New York City. But I hate how expensive it is to take a taxi from the JFK airport to my hotel in Manhattan. And if it’s during rush hours, it’s even worse. During my last trip, I learned about two non-taxi ways to make the trip – the subway or the Long…
I probably didn’t pay close enough attention to U.S. history in high school or college, because I was surprised to learn about the role New York City played in the founding of our nation. But a visit to Federal Hall National Memorial on Wall Street in New York City brought me up to speed. Here’s…
The American Museum of Natural History in New York City has so many rooms and exhibits that it’s easy to get lost. Looking at the map can be just as overwhelming. It’s organized into five halls, but that doesn’t mean a single hall is connected throughout the museum. But each hall found in the five-story…
More than 12 million immigrants passed through Ellis Island between 1892 and 1954 with the hope of finding a better life. I wonder how many tourists now flock through the National Museum of Immigration at Ellis Island to learn about the history. I was one of them during a trip to New York City. It’s…
The Statue of Liberty stands majestically off the coast of New York City. It’s iconic to the Big Apple and something everyone should get the chance to see – either from the coast of Manhattan, riding across the water on the Staten Island Ferry or cruising to tour the statue up close and personal. Here’s…
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) in New York City is like an art museum on steroids. It reminds me of The Louvre in Paris, in that you’ll easily get lost while trying to explore the museum. Art from around the world, and throughout time, is on display. There’s colonial furniture in the American…
I love traveling to New York City. There are so many amazing places to see: Museums, skyscrapers and historical sites. If you’re planning a trip to the Big Apple and have plans to visit some of the popular sites, you may want to consider grabbing a New York CityPASS. Here’s a rundown of what you…
As a space nerd, I was super excited to see the Space Shuttle Enterprise on the flight deck of the USS Intrepid during a trip to New York City. I’ve been to the Big Apple numerous times, but never realized this jewel was available. The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum Complex has a little…
I’ve been to museums across the United States and in Europe. The 9/11 Memorial & Museum in New York City stands far above every other museum, leaving the greatest impact on me. It’s likely because September 11, 2001, is a day I remember well. I was 21 years old, driving to my class at Weber…
