Long Island City is one of those New York neighborhoods that can surprise you. Located directly across the East River from Manhattan, it combines skyline views, waterfront parks, museums, art spaces, restaurants, breweries, historic sites, and some of the best photo spots in Queens. It is also a convenient place to explore if you want…
If you are planning a weekend in New York City and want a hotel that puts you close to Manhattan without paying Manhattan hotel prices, Long Island City (LIC), Queens, is one of the areas I would seriously consider. LIC sits directly across the East River from Midtown Manhattan. The biggest advantage is transportation: depending…
Bangkok can look expensive at first. There are rooftop bars, luxury hotels, fancy restaurants, private tours, river cruises, and attractions that can quickly eat into your travel budget. But one of the things I love about Bangkok as a travel destination is that you do not need to spend a lot of money to have…
Discover where to stay in Long Island City for couples, including the most romantic areas, best hotels, waterfront stays, and tips for a memorable NYC getaway. Long Island City can be a surprisingly good choice for couples visiting New York City. You get easy subway access to Manhattan, skyline views across the East River, waterfront…
New York City doesn’t get talked about as a leaf-peeping destination the way Vermont or the Hudson Valley does — and that’s exactly why it’s such a pleasant surprise. Between late September and mid-November, the city’s parks put on a show that rivals anything upstate, minus the three-hour drive. You get gold-lit boulevards, crimson maples…
Long Island City is one of the best places to consider if you want to visit New York City with your family without paying Manhattan hotel prices for every night of your trip. Located just across the East River from Manhattan, Long Island City gives you quick access to Midtown while offering a quieter neighborhood…
1. Sedona, Arizona Sedona is a romantic getaway because its dramatic red-rock scenery creates an incredible backdrop for a couples’ escape. You can spend the morning hiking together, then find a quiet viewpoint to watch the landscape glow as the sun sets. The town also has plenty of cozy resorts, spas, and restaurants where couples…
Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks sit back-to-back in northwest Wyoming, connected by the 8-mile John D. Rockefeller Jr. Memorial Parkway. That proximity is what makes visiting both in one trip so appealing — but the parks are also enormous (Yellowstone alone is bigger than Rhode Island and Delaware combined), so where you sleep each…
Planning your first trip to New York City can feel overwhelming, especially when you start looking at hotel prices in Manhattan. This is where Long Island City, Queens, comes into the picture. Located just across the East River from Manhattan, Long Island City, often called LIC, gives visitors a quieter place to stay while keeping…