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Smoking in New York City
2008-03-31 00:22:00
Since its introduction some six years ago, the city wide ban on smoking in New York City has changed the habits of many smokers. Some can still go to bars and restaurants if they are lucky enough to find a place that still allows it, but they are very difficult to come across. Lookout for places ...
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Empire State Building - A must see for any visitor to New York
2008-03-28 18:07:00
The Empire State Building is one of those sightseeing opportunities that must appear on lists of places to visit for every visitor to New York City. Located at 350 Fifth Avenue between 33rd and 34th streets, this imposing structure has, since 2005 played home to the city’s highest observation point after the 102nd floor observatory ...
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New York Visits Store Now Online
2008-03-01 15:54:00
Hi all. This is just a very short note to let you know that the new New York Visits store is now online. If you need anything to do with New York, from travel guides to souvenirs from the city that never sleeps, then we should have something for you. Click here to get to the store or click the shop link at the top of the site.
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New York Botanical Gardens: The Perfect Place to Laze Away a Day
2008-02-10 21:21:00
There isn’t a finer spot in New York City to spend a relaxing day then among the fragrant flowers of the New York Botanical Garden. Housing one of the most extensive collections in the world, this gem also contains some of the world’s leading plant laboratories. Combined with a trip to the nearby Bronx Zoo, the New York Botanical Gardens ...
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Big delights in the ?Big Apple?: what New York City has to offer you
2007-08-09 00:20:00
New York City , located among a cluster of islands surrounding New York Harbour, has an immense amount to offer visitors. That said, many first-timers in the city often feel overwhelmed by its size and multitude of attractions. But rest assured that by keeping a few handy travel tips in mind, you’ll be able to get ...
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New York Encounters at Lonely Planet
2007-07-05 13:48:00
The guys over at Lonely Plan et have launched a new range of guides aimed at people who will be making brief visits to the World’s best known cities. The ‘Encounter’ guides allow you to create an itinerary that will fit in with your short stay and in their words allows you to see twice the ...
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New York: The Bronx
2007-06-25 21:19:00
The Bronx is in the upper most borough of New York City. It is also the only borough that is not on an island. It is home to more parkland than any other neighborhood in the city. The Bronx has a population of about 1.4 million people and has been home to many famous people. ...
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New York?s Top Ten Bars
2007-05-12 09:50:00
New York City is the city that never sleeps. There are hundreds, if not thousands of places to go get a drink at any time of day in New York City. So, where should you start? Our top ten guide would be a good place. Enjoy! 1 - King Cole Bar and Lounge - Maxfield Parrish’s ...
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New York City: Staten Island
2007-05-11 09:40:00
Staten Island is located near Queens on Long Island as well. Staten Island is rich in New York history with its many historical sites, colonial buildings and oldest elementary school. It also has its own South Beach , which boasts the fourth longest boardwalk in the world. Staten Island is also home to the largest collection ...
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See it for Free in New York City
2007-05-10 09:29:00
After shopping and buying tickets for all the great Broadway shows, your pocketbook might enjoy some free entertainment. There are lots of tours and bus rides that are free for you to enjoy. Here we will discuss what you can do for free in New York City . Big Apple Greeters are experienced and local volunteers. They ...
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New York City: Queens
2007-05-09 09:18:00
Queens is across the East River from midtown Manhattan on Long Island . Recently it has become a top cultural destination. There are many parks and museums in Queens . There is a lot to do in the summer with its many parks and open-air theater. Queens was also made famous by the popular television ...
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New York Zoos
2007-05-08 13:18:00
New York is home to several world-class zoos and wildlife refuges. New York has been a leader in zoo research and has been responsible for a lot of zoological opportunities in the United States. You could literally spend days visiting the zoos in New York. The Bronx Zoo is among the best zoos in New York. ...
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Live from New York
2007-05-07 20:19:00
New York is the Mecca of entertainment. New York has been home to hundreds of movies and television shows. An interesting thing about television shows is that some of them require an audience. Have you ever dreamed of seeing David Letterman in person, or being on Good Morning America? Here is your guide to finding ...
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Manhattan
2007-05-04 09:43:00
  Manhattan is the most well known area in New York. Manhattan actually consists of several neighborhoods that you have probably heard mentioned individually. These neighborhoods consist of Chinatown, SoHo, Greenwich Village, East Village, Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Harlem, Lower Manhattan, Little Italy, Tribeca, Civic Center, and Union Square. We will explore some of ...
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History of the New York Times
2007-05-04 00:30:00
Henry Jarvis Raymond who was an experienced journalist and George Jones who was a former banker founded the New-York Daily Times newspaper on 18th September 1851. The name was changed only 6 years later when the hyphen was removed, as well as the word daily on 14th September 1857, and so the New York Times ...
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