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Destination of the Day

New York City, New York

New York City is an iconic destination chock full of attractions—but it can also be overwhelming to visit. Whether you want to spend the weekend in the city or a whole week exploring, planning your trip is important to ensure you make the most of your time.

Things to Do

Whether it's your first or tenth visit, New York City has so much to offer. It is brimming with attractions and activities, from world-class museums and monuments to stunning parks and incredible shopping. Whether you're traveling by yourself or with the whole family, there are plenty of things to do to keep you busy for days. Architecture fans, history buffs, entertainment lovers, foodies, shoppers, art hounds, and culture vultures will all be happy here.

Where to Eat and Drink

New York City is known for its plethora of food options, including iconic dishes that are must-eats on any trip. Be sure to grab a slice of pizza, a bagel with lox, bodega egg and cheese on a roll, a classic deli sandwich, and a hot dog. And because New York City is so home to so many immigrants and well-traveled folk, diners can find excellent renditions of every cuisine from Japanese and Korean to Italian and French and everything in between. While choosing the best restaurants in NYC is almost a fool's errand—and we're by no means the final word—we've attempted to select the best of the best in one of the world's best cities for gastronomes. Afterward, head to one of the city's many rooftop bars to get some of the best views of New York City.

Where to Stay

From heritage institutions to quirky hostels, New York City offers a hotel for every type of traveler. A quick search, whether it's to find uptown glamour, downtown energy, or family-friendly luxury, will yield endless options in every category of accommodations. So it's no surprise that finding the perfect place to rest your head in the city that never sleeps can prove to be a daunting task. To help you narrow down the options, we've rounded up the city's category-topping properties that you can call home as you explore the hustle and bustle of this iconic East Coast metropolis.

Vacation Like a Pro

Remember, New York City is more than just Manhattan and all five boroughs are worth visiting, especially Brooklyn and Queens, which are quite easy to get to from Manhattan. To avoid crowds, get an early start to your day and consider visiting the most popular sites during the week if you can.

Devorah Lev-Tov
Contributing Writer

Your Packing List

Shorts, tank tops, and breathable fabrics are a must this time of year.

You'll want to avoid wearing open-toed sandals while walking, so bring a pair of comfortable shoes for getting around the city.

If you plan on visiting shops, museums, or other indoor attractions, you may want to bring an extra layer like a pullover.

You'll also need nice attire if you plan to attend a show or go to an upscale restaurant.

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Deep in the dense tropical forest of Meghalaya in northeast India, and shrouded in cloud and rain for much of the year, are some astonishing man-made natural wonders. Known as living root bridges, inventive members of the Khasi tribe have trained them to grow from the roots of ancient rubber trees, native to the region. The root bridges provide a stable alternative to wooden bridges, which decay and get destroyed during the lengthy monsoon seasons. There are two places that you can see the bridges: near Cherrapunji and Mawlynnong.

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