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What Are Witches’ Stairs?
Early in 2021, stories began circulating on various social media sites concerning several superstitiously spooky staircases photographed in old New-England homes. These staggered staircases...
Jackson Heights, Queens Guide: The Comfortable Neighborhood
Jackson Heights Basics
Welcome to Jackson Heights, a quiet residential neighborhood that’s a cultural hotbed! When people think of Jackson Heights, they think of a...
Crown Heights NYC Guide: The Historic Neighborhood of Brooklyn
Crown Heights Basics
Welcome to Crown Heights, the beautiful neighborhood known for art, food, and brownstone homes. Surrounded by Bed-Stuy, Brownsville, and Prospect Lefferts Garden,...
Hamilton Heights NYC Living Guide
Hamilton Heights Basics
Welcome to Hamilton Heights, the Manhattan neighborhood named for a founding father! When people think of Hamilton Heights, they confuse it with...
Sunnyside, Queens Guide: The Idyllic and Historic Neighborhood
Sunnyside Basics
Welcome to Sunnyside, the quiet Queens neighborhood that residents love. When people think of Sunnyside, they think of a suburban area that’s great...
What Is A Bodega? From Storeroom To Current Competition
Located at street level amidst most New York City neighborhoods, a bodega is a small corner store that sells snacks, lottery tickets, cigarettes, and...
Alphabet City NYC Guide: The Small But Mighty Neighborhood
The Alphabet City Basics
Welcome to Alphabet City, the laid-back neighborhood with a punk rock history! When people think of Alphabet City, they think of...
The Complete Guide to the High Line NYC
While there is more to do in New York than just about any city in America, there are relatively few attractions in NYC that...
Financial District Living and Neighborhood Guide
The Financial District Basics
Welcome to the Financial District, home to Wall Street, South Street Seaport, and The World Trade Center! When people think of...
Greenpoint, Brooklyn Guides: The Vibrant and Historic Neighborhood
Greenpoint Basics
Welcome to Greenpoint, the artsy, northernmost neighborhood in Brooklyn! When imagining Greenpoint, many of us think of quirky, hipster residents who wear knit...