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The NYC subway system is one of the oldest and largest in the world. Here are some impressive facts and figures: 835 miles of track 468 subway stations Runs 24/7/365 4th largest ridership in the world; highest in the US Tranports over 5 million riders a day during the week It is extremely effective because [...]

Despite its reputation as a concrete jungle, NYC has quite a few parks and makes sure to make full use of the space. Throughout the summer months, the days are saturated with events but once the cold weather starts to set in and the leaves have fallen from their branches, the parks settle until quietness [...]

With just a few more days remaining of 2011, New Yorkers are busy bidding farewell to the past and getting ready for the future. Here’s how: Looking backward Happy Good Riddance Day! Seriously, I didn’t make that up. Apparently it’s now become an annual tradition (this is the fifth year!), a day where New Yorkers [...]

I’ve mentioned a few times that summer is my favorite time of year in the city, but the holiday season runs a close second. For visitors, it’s the optimal time to see NYC because there’s so much to do and the city most closely resembles those iconic images we’ve come to associate with the place. [...]

New York City is, by reputation and in reality, a place unlike any other. It has a larger than life personality- a vibe- and it’s easy to get swept up in the magic and lifestyle in the city. It can also make you delusional. When you’re here long enough, it’s easy to convince yourself that [...]