Japanese immigration to the US has a long, and at times troubled, history, but the modern Japanese and Japanese-American population of NYC brings a fantastic cultural vibrancy and heritage to the city. According to the 2000 census, New York State has the fourth largest Japanese population in the US, with around 50,000 Japanese-Americans.Though there are… Continue reading The World in NYC: Japan
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Subway to Broadway
The grounds of New York City are a perpetual stage. Someone has probably sung a song or danced a dance or posed a pose in every square inch of this city. Some say it is the artist’s dream, a place where the stage is life. Or life is the stage? Sometimes you think you had… Continue reading Subway to Broadway
The World in NYC: Italy
Between 1820 and 1978, 5.3 million Italians immigrated to the United States but the Italian immigration wave hit its peak in the late 19th century and early 20th century. Only the Irish and Germans have immigrated in larger numbers than the Italians. Believe it or not, in the 1920s Little Italy, the downtown neighborhood that comprises parts of… Continue reading The World in NYC: Italy
Networking in New York City
There’s no doubt that one of the biggest struggles people face in moving to a new city is meeting friends and making business. New York City has an enormous international community – but how do you get involved? Networking is the key – and networking in NYC isn’t as hard as you might think!From groups… Continue reading Networking in New York City
Entrepreneur Portrait: Ben Lapidus – The GREEN Program
We at New York International love to hear stories about successful entrepreneurs and the challenges faced when starting up a business in the U.S. We recently had the opportunity to talk with entrepreneur Benjamin Lapidus, who co-founded the GREEN Program along with Jean Paul Cazedessus, Melissa Lee, and Mikhail Naumov. The program is an intensive… Continue reading Entrepreneur Portrait: Ben Lapidus – The GREEN Program
New York City’s Airports: A Guide
New York City is one of the world’s busiest cities and a top tourist destination – a true metropolis. Getting in and out of this bustling city often means flying, especially for internationals. New York City is served by three major airports, all with their own pros and cons. A good knowledge of these airports… Continue reading New York City’s Airports: A Guide
American Business Etiquette
Following our article on how to behave in New York City, it’s time to turn to the sometimes more challenging unwritten rules of doing business in the U.S. Business etiquette can be a crucial part of successfully establishing yourself in NYC; small misunderstandings and offenses can affect your ability to network and establish relationships.Since offense… Continue reading American Business Etiquette
The World in NYC: Spain
Following the elections in Spain’s Catalan region, and the possibility – however slight – of an independent Catalan state, there’s been a lot of Spanish culture in the news recently. The United States, though, is no stranger to Spanish influence. Spanish is commonly considered the second language of the U.S., and this is certainly easy… Continue reading The World in NYC: Spain
Where to Start with New York City Shopping
New York City has some of the best shopping in the country, and while the opportunities to purchase everything from electronics to high fashion can be appealing, the city’s endless retailers can certainly be a bit daunting if you’re not sure where to find what you’re looking for. Understanding the who, what, and where of… Continue reading Where to Start with New York City Shopping
Top 15 Fun Things to Do With Kids in New York City
While New York City is widely known as a great vacation spot, it is often overlooked as a good spot to take your whole family, especially if you have small children. Have you ever wondered what the local New Yorkers do with their children for fun?With countless attractions and some of the most beautiful parks… Continue reading Top 15 Fun Things to Do With Kids in New York City