Upper East Side Redux: More Things to Do
More things to do on Manhattan’s Upper East Side, including a visit to Central Park icons Bethesda Fountain and Bow Bridge, iconic views, and Museum Mile.
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Upper East Side: Calling on the Woman in Gold
The Woman in Gold movie inspired us to pay a call on a remarkable painting. The film tells the true story of Austrian refugee Maria Altmann. This extraordinary painting, covered in gold gilt, is of Adele Bloch-Bauer, Altmann’s aunt. It is now the centerpiece of the Austrian art collection at the Neue Galerie New York. We also enjoyed a posh breakfast at Sarabeths with pancakes and a house-made English muffin.
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In Love with the New York Public Library
One of the best free atttractions in NYC is the stunning New York Public Library’s Stephen A. Schwarzman Building in Midtown Manhattan. It’s a masterpiece of Beaux-Arts architecture. Click through to see its majestic interiors. You’ll fall in love, too! Includes the Library Way.
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Christmas in New York: Top Things to Do
New York City is crazy for Christmas and famous for extravagant holiday decor. But you may go insane battling the crowds on 5th Avenue. Stay calm and stay where you are. I’ll show you the windows, the lights, the trees, all the merry madness!
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Christmas in New York! Windows and decorations
Happy holidays, all! Last Christmas I made my very first visit to New York City. This revised post reviews some of the NYC Christmastime fun we had. I’ll be in NYC again in couple weeks, and will be able to regale you with even more New York holiday activities. Doin’ the touristy Christmas in…
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North Shore Gorgeous: Cascade River State Park
Cascade River State Park is one of the best Minnesota parks and my personal camping favorite. It has lakeshore, waterfalls, proximity to Grand Marais and nice bathrooms!
