Articles for ‘New York Vacation’ Category
Friday, December 28th, 2012
Living it up: The penthouse suite at the InterContinental New York Times Square.
By Mark Chesnut
Even if you’ve never stayed in one, you’ve heard of them: Those dreamy rooms at the very top of the hotel. Whether they’re called a penthouse or the presidential suite, these are the accommodations to indulge in countless amenities and luxurious style. And business travelers take note: Many suites can also be used for business meetings, private cocktail parties and events, making it easier to justify the expense. To get your travel imagination going, here are a few great places to check into the top of the hotel. (more…)
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Monday, December 17th, 2012
Heading to New York for New Year’s? Check out the Punch Brothers at Bowery Ballroom.
By Steve Dollar
Every New Year’s Eve since 1907—save for a two-year gap during World War II—a glowing ball has dropped at midnight in Times Square, signaling the beginning of a new year. This December 31 is no exception, as a million celebrants are expected to gather in Manhattan’s neon crossroads. They’ll be entertained for a few hours, by the likes of Taylor Swift, Carly Rae Jepsen and K-Pop sensation PSY. And then, the ritual “10-9-8-7-6…” countdown begins.
Not everyone, obviously, wants to squeeze into a screaming crowd, no matter how much cheap champagne they’ve consumed. But there are more intimate crowds to party with—and all kinds of ways to revel before the skies erupt with light and the city echoes with choruses of Auld Lang Syne. Demand is high, so secure your tickets soon. (And if you’re traveling to New York for the festivities, make sure you have somewhere great to stay.) (more…)
Tags: New York City vacations, New York hotels
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Thursday, November 15th, 2012
By Mark Chesnut
It’s one of the biggest gripes of frequent travelers: Why is an all-important service like Wi-Fi free when you stay at the cheapest budget hotels, but an annoying, nickel-and-diming extra fee when you stay at a luxury property that’s already charging an arm and a leg for the room?
It doesn’t have to be this way. With a bit of strategizing, you might find yourself logging on for free a bit more often. (more…)
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Thursday, September 27th, 2012
Classic lines: The Millennium Biltmore is the largest historic luxury hotel in downtown Los Angeles.
By Mark Chesnut
There was a time when everything happened downtown, and all the best hotels sat right in the heart of the biggest cities. As the suburbs grew, the Interstate system expanded and corporate office parks multiplied, good hotels began popping up all over the place. But travelers looking for a central location and some historic ambiance can still do well at classic downtown hotels, many of which have found new life as urban hotspots. (more…)
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Tuesday, September 4th, 2012
Original artwork is one of the draws at Eventi, a Kimpton hotel in New York.
By Mark Chesnut
Just because you’re trapped in a hotel room doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy a bit of culture. Hotels in a variety of cities are showing their creative sides with exhibits of original artwork. A gallery-quality experience may be just a few steps from your room. (more…)
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Thursday, August 23rd, 2012
Early autumn view of Central Park from the Mandarin Oriental, New York. Photo: Marley White, NYC and Co.
By Mark Chesnut
Within a matter of weeks, cooler temperatures will start descending upon North America. So it’s the perfect time to take a look at how to make the most of business travel during the autumn months—including how to find the best travel deals and how to avoid seasonal hassles. If you have a bit of flexibility when planning, keep these ideas in mind to make those trips go smoothly. (more…)
Tags: Europe travel, fall vacation, Massachsetts hotels, New York hotels
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Monday, July 30th, 2012
Free rides: Hop aboard New York City's Citi Bikes, the largest bike share program in North America.
By Erik Torkells
New York City prides itself on being the first at everything, so it burns a bit that so many cities — even U.S. ones! — have successfully instituted “bikeshare” programs. Well, the Big Apple is about to catch up in a major way: Citi Bike debuts in August with 7,000 bikes at 420 stations, with those numbers eventually growing to 10,000 bikes at 600 stations. Is it a good option for travelers? Yes and no … (more…)
Tags: New York
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