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What travellers are saying

  • leon w
    Wilmington, DE17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I ventured into New York City for a glimpse of the HMVC Gallery New York group exhibit above the Pele Store. My artwork Hope2 was on the jumbotron. It's a quick walk from Penn Station to Times Square. Just a quick walk up 7th Ave. to 45th St. and you are there! Food, lights, activities galore - day and night! The city that never sleeps!!!
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • Vanessa C.
    Chicago, IL5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Visiting The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum with my best friends was an incredibly moving experience. The memorial is beautifully designed, and the museum offers such a profound and thoughtful tribute to the events and lives affected. It’s a place that truly leaves you reflecting.
    Written 28 January 2025
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  • Janean
    Germany12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    As a woman who loves art, my visit to The Met was magical! Stunning collections, from the Temple of Dendur to Van Gogh’s masterpieces.Enjoyed a light meal at Petrie Court Café and a lovely fine-dining experience at The Met Dining Room. Food trucks outside were a great quick option.: Huge museum, best explored in the morning to avoid crowds.: A must-visit for art lovers—elegant, inspiring, and unforgettable!
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    Written 11 February 2025
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  • TheRoomGuru
    Singapore, Singapore12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Marin at the front door was amazing and super friendly! He was the reason we were fully conviced to go! Good job Marin!!!!
    Written 1 February 2025
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  • Walshy Travels 🇬🇧
    Portsmouth, UK5,589 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Woke up with jet lag and was staying near Times Square which is close to the start of The High Line. It was a lovely early morning walk even if some of it was closed off for maintenance until the summer (I guess). We started in Hudson Yards and ended up in Chelsea and the Little Island which was a nice surprise. Highly recommend.
    Written 11 February 2025
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  • Reb
    Island of Malta, Malta156 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Definitely a must-see in New York. I read reviews saying that taking the free Staten Island Ferry would be enough to view the monument from the sea and planned to do that. However, my husband wanted to visit Liberty Island to see the monument up close, and I must say, it was worth it. The island wasn’t busy and we walked around calmly and took some amazing photos.
    Written 29 January 2025
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  • Jason P
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Wow it's so lively and exciting to be there and being a huge fan of watching movies shot there so I always wondered how it must be. Its was very busy and everyone happy and enjoying the moment. Prices of food near by is very expensive, if you walk couple of blocks its almost half.
    Written 7 February 2025
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  • Potomac_11
    Potomac, MD515 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This terminal has it all. Amazing architecture; great location; interesting shopping, high end markets for fish, meat, and produce; various small shops; an Apple store overlooking it all; and good restaurants for every budget. Ans trains in and out of Manhattan!
    Written 3 February 2025
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  • zeroSky
    200 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Seeing this place for the first time and not from the movies is just amazing, the architecture wonder on it and be able to walk around on it is a dream come true
    Written 10 February 2025
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  • Sonsli U
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If i was rich, I’d live there. Superb? I felt as if Fred Astaire were on my arm, or Gene Kelly dancing me down the street—just dancing, or singing in the rain.
    Written 14 January 2025
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  • Laura M
    Port Washington, NY25 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not to MISS! Fun for all ages and interests. From FOSSILS to OUTER SPACE .Interactive science and exciting architecture.
    Written 21 December 2024
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  • Courtney T
    Newark, OH82 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    This is the best view of the Statue of Liberty and it's free! If you are staying in Time Square take the subway all the way to the ferry. It was snowing the day we went so our view wasn't as great this year as it has been in the past but still a fun ride.
    Written 22 January 2025
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  • Travelingwookie1
    Newton Aycliffe, UK1,376 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I think this needs to be one of everyone's to-do list for NYC..

    It appears to be some sort converted industrial unit, Into a acarde of shops and restaurants..it's a truely wonderful and absolutely should be visited.

    Go hungry and hunt for gifts..
    Written 9 February 2025
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  • Fiona
    41 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Do not miss this! A beautiful building with fabulous architecture. You can tour it by yourself or sign up for a guided tour. The reading room needs a tour guide to access. We saw the Winnie the Pooh exhibition and the shop is fantastic.
    Written 27 January 2025
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  • Rose Tea
    North Carolina1,557 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    A Christmas Classic! The horn playing angel installation is my absolute favorite. We didn't ice skate, I did as a child, but there was plenty of Christmas cheer to be had just walking around the area and also enjoying the decorated storefront windows.
    Written 3 February 2025
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