Part of what makes New York City so special is how its very culture has been completely created by proud and ambitious immigrants. None more proud are the Greeks, whose roots are weaved throughout the city from Greek corner diners to the iconic Anthora Greek coffee cups found daily in commuters’ hands.Greek immigrants first began… Continue reading The World in NYC: Greece
Month: August 2013
Green is the New Yellow
The overarching image of New York City is often paired with a yellow cab, but what if we told you that a new apple green taxi was to hit the Big Apple streets? 3 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE FIVE-BORO GREEN TAXI What are they? Officially called “Boro Taxis,” these new green cabs… Continue reading Green is the New Yellow
Should You Live Outside NYC?
While New York City is one of the greatest cities in the world, it can’t get away from the fact that it is a city, and thus is cramped, noisy, sometimes dirty, and a difficult place to raise a family. Many New Yorkers will remember the buzz raised in 2011 when it was revealed that… Continue reading Should You Live Outside NYC?
Five Reasons Why We Love the NY Bike Share Program
The New York International team has always been enthusiastic about a bike share program coming to New York. Our team comes mostly from Europe and has spent time living in Asia and South America. A lot of nations on those continents are traditionally very inclined towards biking as a main means of transportation. So how… Continue reading Five Reasons Why We Love the NY Bike Share Program
English in the City: Brushing up on Business and Conversational English Skills
In New York City, speaking and understanding English is necessary for running a business – it is the language which brings together ideas, clients and progress. Sometimes, however, knowing how to speak a language and being able to communicate clearly in that language are separate things. Reducing your accent, practicing communication and knowing the jargon… Continue reading English in the City: Brushing up on Business and Conversational English Skills
How and Why to Have a Green Business in NY
When someone says “green business” you might get the image of a shop selling hemp trousers or biodegradable coffee mugs, but the fact is green is no longer a novelty niche market and more and more businesses are not just selling green products, but operating in an environmentally friendly “green” manner. Historically, the US has… Continue reading How and Why to Have a Green Business in NY
The B-Corp Boom and What it Means for You
You’ve heard of green companies – companies which give back to the environment, or at least, endeavor not to destroy it – but what about companies which give back not only to the environment, but to society as a whole? There’s a new kind of classification for these companies and it’s taking the business world… Continue reading The B-Corp Boom and What it Means for You