Where do we find the first installment of J.K. Rowling’s Fantastic Beasts series other than New York City in the 1920s? The magical prequel series takes place a lifetime before Harry Potter in 1926 to be exact. Although the sets and effects create a vintage New York City backdrop, the movie was in fact filmed…
Times Square, New York City “The Crossroads of the World” in the middle of Manhattan became known as Times Square after the New York Times moved its headquarters there in 1904. It is one of the most Instagrammed locations in the world and the most-visited tourist attraction in the world, visited by 40 million people…
Thousands of passengers rush through train stations, usually to do one of two things: depart or arrive, but next time you’re traveling, consider looking up or around you at the grandeur of these beautiful train stations. Each façade and main concourse has its own style, history and secrets. Post-war, many of these grand stations were…
SoHo, NYC Head to SoHo to enjoy some of the best people watching, window shopping and gallery hopping in this unique NYC neighborhood. SoHo refers to the area south of Houston Street and is a top shopping destination in NYC, and the world, where designer clothing exhibits mingle with high-end art galleries. SoHo is full…
“The only thing about America that interests me is Coney Island,” Sigmund Freud once said. Coney Island is a staple for any New Yorker or visitor in summertime. Ride colorful roller coasters or taste a New York classic like a Nathan’s hot dog from the first ever Nathan’s location. Fun Fact: Coney Island is actually a peninsula, not an island. Here are some top highlights of the beach destination only about an hour subway ride away from NYC.
Williamsburg’s hipster stereotypes would not be complete without a myriad of vintage shops catering to every budget. These spaces which range from tiny closet-sized stores to mini-warehouses are filled with one-of-a-kind treasures and stories of a New York gone by. Racks of pre-loved pieces are ready to take on a new life and complete your unique look. Stores stock current trends and owners serve as stylists to help you find authentic ways to wear gems that no one else will have. With so many options to choose from in this vintage shop mecca, these are the best places to find the right Williamsburg vibes with something for everyone.
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