New York City Travel

From July 28-August 9, 2012, the Metropolitan Opera will be performing six free concerts in New York City parks. No tickets are required for the concerts which will run from 1-2 hours, depending on the location.

Visitors Guide: Met in the Parks
Schedule: Met Summer Recitals
More: NYC Summer Concerts Guide

New York City is a very popular family vacation spot, and it's also famous for having fantastic restaurants. While you may not want to take your kids out to some of New York City's most expensive restaurants, there are plenty of great restaurant choices to enjoy with your family in New York City. In addition to these picks, families traveling won't want to miss out on the popular dim sum and pizza that New York City has to offer, both of which are great for kid-friendly dining.

As someone who loves eating out, and has kids myself, I'm always pleased with the numerous restaurants in New York City where kids are welcomed. Bonus: you won't find any national chain restaurants on my list, but all have kid-friendly offerings and a family-friendly vibe.

Article: Kid-Friendly Restaurants in NYC
More: Best Pizza in NYC
More: Top Dim Sum in NYC

If you're spending Mother's Day in New York City with your Mom, you're lucky to have lots of different ways to show her how much she means to you. Whether you want to send her off for some alone time (maybe a trip to the spa?) or you want to have fun together, we've got some great ideas for how to celebrate Mother's Day in New York City.

Article: Mother's Day in NYC
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During the first full weekend of every month through December 2012 (including this weekend, May 5-6, 2012), Bank Of America customers can show their Bank of America ATM, credit or check card and enjoy free admission to over 150 participating museums. Free admission is limited to cardholders owner (so in most cases, children will have to pay admission), but it's a great way to save on the cost of visiting participating museums.

Article: Museums on Us Visitors Guide
More: Free & Pay-What-You-Wish Days at NYC Museums
Free : New York City's Best Free Attractions

May is a lovely time to visit New York City -- the weather is warm, but not terribly hot, and the crowds of folks on summer vacation haven't arrived in town yet. It's also a great time of year because there are lots of fun events happening, including Fleet Week and the Dance Parade. It's also a great time to plan an escape to New York City whether you want to celebrate Mother's Day or Memorial Day. And in case you were looking for yet another reason to visit New York City in May, the Today Show Concert Series starts in mid-May!

Article: May in New York City
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If you've ever attended a convention in New York City, you might have been to the Jacob Javits Center. It's located on the far west side of Manhattan and is home to many events throughout the year, including the New York National Boat Show, the American International Toy Fair, the New York International Auto Show, and Book Expo America. We've put together a Jacob Javits Center Visitors Guide, complete with directions, tips, information on nearby restaurants, and a list of services available -- a good read before you attend your next convention or event at the Jacob Javits Center.

Article: Jacob Javits Center Visitors Guide
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On Friday, April 27, 2012 the Space Shuttle Enterprise arrived in New York City attached to a NASA 747 SCA (shuttle carrier aircraft) and landed at JFK Airport, where it will spend the next few weeks before making the trip to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum on Manhattan's West Side.

The Space Shuttle will be part of the Intrepid's Space Pavilion which is scheduled to open to the public on July 19, 2012.

Article: Intrepid Museum Visitors Guide
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Looking for something different to do in New York City? I've just compiled a list of Places to Bowl in New York City for visitors. These are not your typical bowling alleys -- delicious food, craft beers, and live music complement the bowling. It's a really fun way to spend a night out with a group of friends.

Article: Where to Bowl in NYC

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The 2012 Tribeca Film Festival will run from April 19-29, 2012. Individual tickets go on sale today (April 10, 2012) at 11 a.m. to American Express Cardholders. Downtown residents can purchase single tickets starting April 15 and sales to the the general public begin on April 16. The Tribeca Film Festival offers New Yorkers and visitors an opportunity to see a variety of films including many New York and world premieres, as well as some celebrities. We've assembled some tips for the Tribeca Film Festival to help you make the most of your TFF experience.

Guide: Tribeca Film Festival Guide
Tips: Tribeca Film Festival Tips
Neighborhood: Tribeca Neighborhood Profile
Map: Tribeca Map

New York City may not be the first place you think of for Cherry Blossom viewing. Cherry Blossom festivals in Washington, D.C. and Japan are certainly more well known, but New York City has its own Cherry Blossom Festival at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. The collection of cherry trees at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden is the largest and most diverse outside of Japan. Cherry Blossom viewing at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden lasts through April, with the Cherry Blossom Festival planned for April 28-29, 2012.

Visitors Guide: Cherry Blossoms at the Brooklyn Botanical Garden
Photos: BBG Cherry Blossom Photos

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