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February Activities

There are plenty of February activities to keep you busy in New York City. Have fun with sports events, ice skating, museums, and more.

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New Year's Eve

Just returned from New Year's Eve in NYC. Had the best time staying in the Central Park/Columbus Circle area. We skipped the crowds in Times Square in

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January Activities

There are plenty of January activities to keep you busy in New York City. Have fun with sports events, ice skating, museums, and more.

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Christmas Windows in New York City

Christmas windows are tradition during the holidays in New York City.

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Christmas in New York City

Christmas in New York City is a special time of year. There is something magical and even dreamlike about New York City at Christmastime.

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Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree

The Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree is one of the most famous Christmas trees in the world but do you know where it came from?

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Christmas Windows in New York City

Christmas windows are tradition during the holidays in New York City.

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New York City Bus Tour

Take a New York City bus tour to see the city's best sights and attractions and learn interesting facts about the city.

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Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade

Every year, giant balloons, floats, and marching bands parade through New York City for the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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New York City Holiday Markets

New York City's holiday markets have a warm inviting glow on even the coldest of December nights. Artisans sell jewelry, art, clothing, specialty bath products, ornaments, and more.

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New York City Christmas Shows

Share the spirit of the season with your family - take them to a New York City Christmas Show!

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New York City Marathon

The New York City Marathon is one of the world's greatest marathons. Come spectate this exciting event or watch from home.

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Autumn in New York City

Autumn in New York City means good weather, pretty trees, apple-eating, and much more. Find out what else this great season has to offer.

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New York City Budget Hotels

New York City certainly has its share of pricey hotels, but there are plenty of decent New York City budget hotels too. If you're traveling on a shoestring or just like a great value, this is a great list of hotel options for you.

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World Trade Center Site

In New York City, hope and progress are underway at the World Trade Center site. The new World Trade Center is currently under construction at the location of the former World Trade Center Towers, which were destroyed by the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001.

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Sept 11 Memorial

The National Sept 11 Memorial commemorates the nearly 3,000 lives lost on the tragic day of September 11, 2001.

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Bryant Park Ice Skating

The Bryant Park ice skating rink, also called

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Rockefeller Center Ice Skating

The Rockefeller Center ice skating rink is one of the most famous of NYC Christmas attractions.

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Madison Square Park

Madison Square Park is a pleasant and relaxing park in a nice location just south of the hustle and bustle of Midtown and north of the busy Union Square area.

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