Despite still being more spread out than most European countries, the northeast coast is the most condensed area of US. With five major cities within a 450 mile stretch, there is a lot of life happening on and around the Atlantic coast. Living in NYC is great, but to get a feel for the way… Continue reading Other Sides of America: Pennsylvania and New Jersey Weekend Trips
Tag: History
Celebrating the History of New York’s Immigrants
The impact of immigrants on New York City’s culture is evident throughout the city: from the Lunar New Year festivals to the Haitian churches sprinkled throughout the boroughs, the hip Spanish restaurants serving traditional tapas to the ubiquity of Italian food, immigrants’ footprints are everywhere. This is no surprise when you consider the city’s rich… Continue reading Celebrating the History of New York’s Immigrants
Jewish Culture in NYC
Something that surprises many people who move to New York City is how ubiquitous Jewish culture is. Everywhere you can find synagogues, kosher delis, and business doorways with mezuzim on them. The fact is, the New York City metropolitan area is home to the largest Jewish population center in the world, outside of Israel.In the… Continue reading Jewish Culture in NYC
The 10 Museums to See at the Museum Mile Festival
10 museums. One destination.Fifth Avenue’s amazing array of museums will be opening their doors free of charge on June 12 from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. in what is being billed as “New York City’s biggest block party.” The 34th annual Museum Mile Festival, a collaboration between all 10 museums that call Fifth Avenue home,… Continue reading The 10 Museums to See at the Museum Mile Festival