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A New Yorker’s Guide to Fireworks Around the Big Apple

Macy's 4th of July Fireworks with Brooklyn Bridge

With summer officially here, it’s time to light up the grill, enjoy longer days and if you’re like me, bathe in sun block so that you do not go up in flames from the warmer temps. If you live in or plan to visit New York City this summer you may want to check out…

Seven Satisfying New York Burgers

Shake Shack

In New York City there’s a lot to see, and the big ticket sights are well worth seeking out – but if you want to get a flavor of the real city you need to go off the tourist trail, and this certainly applies for the food. In a twenty-four hour city you need to…

A “Real Deal” This Fall In New York

What is better than New York in the fall? How about saving some cash while enjoying various attractions throughout the five boroughs. NYC & Company, which is New York City’s official marketing, tourism and partnership organization, has compiled an impressive list of 140 great things to do while the leaves change color and the air…

End of the Line For This Guilt Trip

I needed to shut down the confessional after the line became just too long. Over the last few days some sinners felt compelled to get off their chest places they have yet to visit, many told me about things they stole from hotels, and others…well others just told me too much. But no matter what…

St Martin’s Airport Freaks Me Out…But In A Good Way

No that was not a close call, but instead a typical landing at Princess Juliana International Airport in St. Martin. The second busiest airport in the Eastern Caribbean is famous for its short runway that spans only 7,980 feet! What makes matters worse is that before the pilot even reaches this tiny strip of landing…

25 Interesting (and Odd) New York Facts

I was born, raised, and plan on living the rest of my life in the city that I love called New York. Now while I may reside on the other side of that 126 year old bridge in Brooklyn, I still consider myself simply a “Noo Yawka.” Growing up in this city has always made…