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LaGuardia Was Just Deemed The Best Airport In The Country
Sure, you look better than you did in high school, but there’s no other glow up quite as significant as LaGuardia Airport’s. Forbes Travel Guide’s inaugural Verified Air Travel Awards just selected LGA as the best airport in the country—quite a long way from it previously being one of the worst. This revolutionary change in status can be accredited to the airport’s historic $8 billion transformation, causing earlier accolades for its new Terminal B and winning the title of America’s best mid-sized airport. The Verified Air Travel Awards spans 22 categories, from best airport lounges to the top private jet carriers. To conduct their ranking, Forbes Travel Guide (FTG) “scoured the globe to come up with a list of nominees.” From there, they invited 5,000 survey participants of their most traveled fliers made up of FTG incognito inspectors and training team, along with hospitality industry experts, to decide the fate of the nominees.
A Debut Mac & Cheese Festival Is Happening 30 Minutes Outside Of NYC Next Month
Hungry? The first-ever Jersey City Mac & Cheese Festival is sure to be the ultimate comfort food fix. On the heels of a successful debut soup dumpling festival in NYC, and right before the final leg of Japan Fes, comes a neighboring culinary celebration that’s worth bookmarking — especially if you’re craving something savory. On Saturday, November 2nd, this first-time fest will welcome hungry visitors with plenty of dishes to enjoy: classic mac & cheese, buffalo chicken mac & cheese, and truffle mac & cheese. The more adventurous might gravitate toward the pork belly mac & cheese or mac & cheese with waygu meatballs, spicy vodka sauce, and fried truffle onions. A post shared by Hoboken Happy Hours (@hobohappyhours)
The Whitney Museum Will Soon Be Free To All Visitors 25 And Under
Just in time for peak exhibit-hopping season, the Whitney Museum will offer free admission for those 25 and under beginning in mid December. What’s better than a cold winter afternoon exploring some of the best art in the world — for free?! The NYC cultural hub has always been one of the more generous NYC museums with free admission days, as those 18 and under have received complimentary access roughly over the past decade. Additionally, all ages have been able to take advantage of free Friday nights and free second Sundays of each month. Now, this initiative takes things a...
This Museum In Brooklyn Has One Of The Largest Human Bone Collections In The Country
If you’re craving a knowledgeable and atypical afternoon excursion, might we suggest a visit to the Bone Museum in Williamsburg? The 1,000 square-foot showcase is a deep dive into medical osteology that features 150 real human skulls and over 15 complete skeletons. Visitors will also find a pathological collection featuring cases of leprosy, syphilis, hydrocephaly, and other rare conditions. In other words: this ain’t something you see every day. “Many people may go their entire lives without ever seeing a real human bone, and we want to change that by offering an opportunity for everyone to engage with this important...
These 2 Boroughs Earned Top 10 Status On The Hardest Renters’ List
We New York City dwellers will likely be complaining about the city’s rental market until, well, the end of time–but when NYC rent is 164% above average for the U.S., NYC rents are rising 7x faster than wages, less than 5% of NYC rents are affordable for those making the city’s average salary, and even NYC stabilized tenants keep facing rent increases, can you blame us?! And things aren’t getting any better. A recent report released by RentCafe found that this past summer’s rental market reached its boiling point, and so they’re lending a helping hand. In an effort to help...
Dodgers-Yankees World Series Tickets Reach Record Prices, How Much Will You Pay?
The 2024 World Series between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees has sparked an unprecedented demand for tickets, with prices soaring to record highs. This classic rivalry between two of baseball’s biggest teams has created a frenzy, and fans looking to attend the games are scrambling for seats. For example, the cheapest seats for Friday’s Game 1 at Dodger Stadium are $1,251 each (up from $1,049 yesterday) and the cheapest Game 2 tickets are $1,449 each (up from $1,296 yesterday). Everyone around the world is excited about this classic rivalry being renewed for a new audience. In fact, these ticket prices have seen a 97% increase from last season’s World Series alone, which saw the Texas Rangers win the title against the Arizona Diamondbacks. A post shared by Boardroom (@boardroom)
Here’s How To Snag Tickets To Holiday Train Nights at NYBG
The beautiful Haupt Conservatory is home to Holiday Train Nights at NYBG and tickets were just released! These special night sessions to see the train show at NYBG are only on select dates and times throughout the week. There are sessions for all ages as well as 21+ over sessions available. These incredible model trains and trolleys will be moving through plant-based replicas of NYC landmarks such as the Brooklyn Bridge, Statue of Liberty and more on a smaller but impressive scale! Guests will also be whisked away by the scenes outside of the train show. Take in beautiful lush plants from all over the world including everything from deserts to rainforests. Photo opportunities are limitless at the enchanting NYBG! Make memories with family or just take a bunch of friends to the Holiday Train Nights at NYBG, there will be festive food and drinks to purchase onsite! The experience is about 90 minutes so head over to 2900 Southern Blvd. in the Bronx to be mesmerized by this beautiful experience.
Crown Heights Affordable Housing Lottery Lists Units Less Than $500
From Gowanus to Williamsburg to Madison Ave, some pretty incredible affordable housing lotteries have been opening up around NYC, and if you know anything about the NYC rental market you know to not pass up on the chance to apply to an affordable housing lottery. And good news: a brand new Crown Heights Affordable Housing Lottery just opened! As part of NYC’s efforts to provide affordable housing to its residents (affordable meaning anything that’s a third or below someone’s income), the New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) and Housing Development Corporation (HDC) constantly open housing lotteries that reserve units for a fraction of the cost. Dubbed Weeksville Place, the lottery is an eight-story building comprising 36 residential units, and New Yorkers making an income between $18,480 and $134,160 are eligible. Apartment amenities include the following: Of the 36 available units 15 are studios starting at $454, seven are one bedrooms starting at $577, and 14 are two bedrooms starting at $1,364. And considering apartments.com notes that the average monthly rent for a studio in NYC is $3,133, you cannot beat this price.
At Least Half Of NYC’s Yellow Taxi Fleet Must Be Wheelchair Accessible By 2028, Court Orders
Progress in a more than decade-old settlement is requiring every new yellow taxi cab entering NYC’s fleet to be wheelchair accessible. The settlement originally agreed that 50% of NYC’s Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) fleet must be wheelchair accessible by 2020. It’s recently been adjusted to a 100% rule that requires all new entering taxi cabs to be wheelchair accessible in order to effectively reach the 50% goal after TLC’s lack of compliance, even when the deadline for the original obligation was extended to 2023. As of June 2023, less than half of NYC’s fleet was wheelchair accessible, only “reaching only 32% for the Authorized Medallion Requirement and 42% for the Active Medallion Requirement”, according to court records. A new deadline for 50% of the fleet (both Authorized and Active Medallion) to be wheelchair accessible has been set for 2028.
Catch Alexis Ffrench At The Upcoming Candlelight Original Sessions This Holiday Season
From performing at London’s iconic Royal Albert Hall and the King’s Coronation Concert to amassing over 1 billion streams and collaborating with fashion houses Miyake and Hugo Boss, Alexis Ffrench has made significant strides in both music and pop culture. This holiday season, you can catch the extraordinarily gifted UK-based artist, who brought you the gold selling hit ‘Bluebird’, at a festive Candlelight concert. Taking place at St Ann & The Holy Trinity Church, Ffrench will be playing Christmas Classics reimagined plus his own ever popular hits. But whether it’s listening to “Silent Night” or “Have Yourself A Merry Little...
This Massive Coney Island Holiday Festival Will Return With A Market, Igloos, And Much More
The Luna Park Frost Fest is slated to return to Coney Island for the second year in a row, transforming the summertime hotspot into a winter destination. While most associate a stroll on the boardwalk and a ride on the Cyclone with the warm weather, this seasonal sensation will make you experience the beachside neighborhood in a whole new light. And after a successful debut in 2023, the event certainly deserves a spot on all New Yorkers’ holiday to-do lists. So, what can visitors expect this year? Like Santa’s list, the number of offerings is extensive. If you want to glide...
A Minnie Mouse Balloon Will Debut At The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade For The First Time In The Event’s History
It’s been 100 years in the making! Minnie is en route to Midtown for the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, a tradition that dates back all the way to 1924. Although it’s hard to believe that one of Disney’s most notable leading ladies was never given a balloon in the annual parade, she will finally get some well-deserved time in the spotlight this year. Jeff Shelly, the company’s director of character art, is responsible for bringing the lil’ mouse to life on a larger scale — 60 feet, to be exact — capturing her quintessential red polka dots and effervescent spirit. Needless to say, we can’t wait. “Macy’s and Disney have created magic together for ninety years, establishing a legacy that is beloved across multiple generations,” said Nata Dvir, chief merchandising officer at Macy’s. A post shared by Macy's Parade History (@macysparadehistory)
NYC Faces Near-Record Heat With The Driest Fall In Over 100 Years
Remember last October’s seemingly endless weekends of rain? This year around, Mother Nature had different plans in mind. Instead, NYC is actually experiencing its driest fall in 143 years, according to Storm Team 4. NYC has only seen 1.58 inches of rain since September. The last autumn we received 1.58 inches of rain was in 1881. However, years 1884 and 1886 proved to be even drier with 1884 taking the cake for NYC’s driest fall on record with less than an inch of rain (0.87 inches). If you recall, we’ve had some gorgeous recent weekends behind us full of sunshine and temperatures in the 70s. And with this week looking even warmer, we’re on track to reach some near-record high temperatures. Monday morning will start off cooler in the 60s before steadily increasing throughout the day. The high temperature for today is forecasted to jump into the 80s by the afternoon, a warmth we haven’t felt in over a month. The current record high temperature stands at 84°F in 1920.
NYC’s Magnolia Bakery Relaunches Banana Pudding-Flavored Edibles
From cupcakes to cannabis, NYC’s iconic Magnolia Bakery has reintroduced THC-infused chocolate edibles to their menu of sweet treats. The beloved bakery has expanded their partnership with incredibles to offer cannabis chocolate bars inspired by Magnolia Bakery’s most popular flavors. Magnolia Bakery x incredible edibles: The Magnolia Bakery edibles are currently available online (to be purchased nationwide) and at New York RISE Dispensaries for medical patients and adult-use customers. Dispensaries in New Jersey and other markets will eventually sell the bars as well in the near future.
After 39 Months, The Vessel Has Reopened With New Safety Barriers
It’s been three years since the public was last allowed to explore upper levels of the Vessel, a 150-foot sculpture designed by Heatherwick Studio in the heart of Hudson Yards. It was announced back in April that the Vessel would reopen later this year; but at the time, there was no set date. *Trigger warning* Real estate firm, Related Companies, validated that the monument will reopen its upper level sections that have been retrofitted with steel mesh barriers, extending floor-to-ceiling. These new safety features follow the tragic suicides that occurred in 2021. Since it’s impossible to install the same steel barriers at the The Vessel’s top level, that section of the climbable sculpture will remain closed to the public.
New York Liberty’s Ellie The Elephant Is NYC’s New Favorite Mascot — Here’s Why
After a monumental season, the New York Liberty are WNBA champions — the team’s first win in franchise history. But we can’t forget about the immense, unwavering support from the Liberty’s utterly irresistible mascot, Ellie the Elephant, a star in her own right. Throughout the season, Ellie was on hand to keep momentum up and cheer on the players to victory. More than just a mascot, Ellie has transformed into a pivotal support system for the New York Liberty. She twerks to Beyoncé, Tyla, and Missy Elliot. She wears designer outfits. She rocks an awesome braid. She brings in the likes on Instagram and TikTok. Truth be told, Ellie is a sensation. When the WNBA made a move over to its new home, Barclays Center in Brooklyn in 2021, Ellie took the mascot reigns from a golden retriever, Maddie. And there was a reason for the choice: elephant’s strength and knowledge and ties to the borough: When the Brooklyn Bridge was first constructed, showman P.T. Barnum ordered 21 elephants march across the structure to prove its strength and reliability — traits Ellie exhibits well. A post shared by TOGETHXR (@togethxr)
NYC Buildings Will Illuminate In Seafoam Tonight For NY Liberty WNBA Championship
The NY Liberty took home their first-ever WNBA Championship last night at Barclay’s Center, and NYC is in full celebration mode! Beyond an upcoming ticker tape parade, Mayor Eric Adams announced that City Hall, alongside other municipal buildings, will light up in seafoam tonight (Monday, October 21st) to honor the first win in NY Liberty’s 28 seasons. Mayor Eric Adams added: At a time when the rest of the country is finally acknowledging the endless talent in our WNBA, we are proud to have New York City bring home the trophy. To our WNBA champions, thank you for being a role model to our city, and showcasing the values of grit, determination, and hard work. Now, we can’t wait to celebrate off the court and throw you the parade you deserve down the Canyon of Heroes!
A Complete Guide To The New York Liberty WNBA Championship Parade
The New York Liberty have won its first-ever WNBA Championship, and the city is celebrating in style with a historic parade through the Canyon of Heroes. The NY Liberty Parade, following their triumphant victory over the Minnesota Lynx in the WNBA Finals, will be the first time a New York City women’s sports team will have this iconic parade. The Liberty clinched the WNBA Finals after an intense five-game series against the Lynx. This pivotal Game 5 featured outstanding performances from stars such as Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones, who ended up being named the Finals MVP. The win capped off a remarkable season as the New York Liberty solidified themselves as champions and role models in women’s sports.
New York Liberty Wins Its First-Ever WNBA Championship In Overtime Against The Minnesota Lynx
All eyes are on the New York Liberty, first-time WNBA champions, after their milestone win against the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday, October 20th at Barclay’s Center. Things felt tense in Brooklyn during game 5, but ultimately, the New York Liberty won 67-62 during overtime, securing their first championship in franchise history. Considering it’s been such a successful 2024 season, a win was well-deserved and a great reason for New Yorkers to celebrate. Highlights from the game include 17 points from Jonquel Jones — who was named WNBA Finals MVP — and 13 points courtesy of Breanna Stewart. “It means everything,” Stewart told ESPN, according to USA Today. “I wanted to come here, and I wanted to be the person. We fought through because we wanted to bring it home for this city and this crowd.”
The Mets Lose Game 6 Of The NLCS Against The LA Dodgers
Sorry, New York: that Subway Series isn’t happening…at least this year. The Mets vs. Dodgers showdown ended in disappointment for New York baseball fans on Sunday, October 20th. Ultimately, the LA Dodgers beat the Amazin’ Mets 10-5 in game 6 of the NLCS to advance to the World Series, which is set to begin on Friday, October 25th at Dodger Stadium against non other than the New York Yankees. While we might not be getting the Subway Series we’d hoped for, we’re definitely in for an interesting baseball battle of the coasts. This is the first World Series matchup between the two teams since 1981. (The Dodgers won 4-2, so let’s hope we turn things around for New York 43 years later.) As far as the Kings of Queens go, things became difficult for Mets pitcher Sean Manaea early on in the game after he gave up a two-run double to Tommy Edman and didn’t return after the third inning. Ultimately, the LA Dodgers’ offense was too powerful for the Mets to overcome.
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