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It’s no wonder New York is one of the most visited states in the U.S. Home to New York City, one of the world’s great metropolises and a hub of art, culture, food, theater, and, well, almost everything, as well as beautiful nature like the Adirondacks and Hudson Valley, it’s truly a one-of-a-kind destination for travelers.

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Use these articles, resources, and guides to plan and inspire your next trip in New York.

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Saxophonist James Brandon performing onstage at NYC Winter Jazzfest
Festivals + Events
NYC’s Winter Jazzfest 2025 Celebrates 21 Years of Great Jazz
A must-attend event for jazz lovers, offering a week-long celebration of jazz’s legendary icons and emerging stars.
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Singapore skyline at the Marina during twilight.
Cities We Love
The World’s 10 Best Cities of 2025
November 20, 2024 08:15 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
New York gets even more exciting during the most wonderful time of the year.
Holiday Travel
8 U.S. Cities Where You Can Get in the Holiday Spirit
November 06, 2024 12:01 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Distant mountains over Mirror Lake, New York in the winter
Winter Sports
5 Places to Try a New Winter Sport Without the Crowds
November 05, 2024 06:57 PM
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Shayla Martin
Millions of participants gather at Times Square in New York City to celebrate New Year’s Eve.
Holiday Travel
7 Festive Places to Visit for New Year’s Celebrations
October 25, 2024 06:56 AM
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Lottie Gross
Hotels
This bedroom at the Renaissance New York Harlem Hotel has views of the city skyline.
Hotels We Love
These Are the 23 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC
A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 23 best four-star hotels in New York City.
October 30, 2024 07:36 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
This Chamber King room at the Virgin Hotels New York has a view of the city.
Hotels
These 5 Hotels Aim to Make Solo Travel Easier
Traveling alone? More hotels are helping solo travelers make connections, stay safe, and have big adventures.
August 28, 2024 03:01 PM
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Alexandra Cheney
The all-day restaurant and bar at the Warren Street Hotel is filled with pops of color and patterns.
Stay Here Next
This New Hotel in New York City Is an Ode to Global Art, Craft, and Design
The new Warren Street Hotel from British hotelier and designer Kit Kemp is brightening up New York City’s Tribeca neighborhood.
May 24, 2024 01:06 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Grand Staircase at Raffles London at The OWO features stone railings and a red carpet, and is illuminated by a large chandelier.
Hotels
The Future of Luxury Hospitality, According to the CEO of AccorHotels’ Raffles and Fairmont Brands
Omer Acar, the CEO Raffles and Fairmont, shares his vision behind the recent growth of both luxury hotel brands and talks about what great hospitality truly means. (Spoiler alert: It’s all about people.)
May 23, 2024 12:32 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
Three alpacas standing in front of a blurry barn in the background
Hotels
Penguins, Monkeys, and Alpacas, Oh My! 8 Wild Airbnbs for Animal Lovers
At these rental properties around the world, you can commune with wildlife and farm animals.
May 17, 2024 03:24 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
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Hotels We Love
These Are the Best New Hotels of 2024
AFAR’s picks for the 31 best new hotels in the world.
April 04, 2024 09:00 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
The Tree Haus accommodations at the Green O are elevated 23 feet off the ground.
Hotels We Love
The 10 Top Cozy U.S. Hotels to Visit This Winter
With their firepits and comfort-minded interiors, these are the best hideaways where you can embrace the chill this season.
December 29, 2023 12:39 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
High Peaks Resort puts guests within reach of kayaking, hiking, paddle boarding, and more.
Hotels
The 8 Hotels in North America to Book for the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse
Snag a room at one of these hotels in the path of totality next April—before it’s too late.
November 20, 2023 07:52 PM
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Stephanie Vermillion
The Madison Suite Bedroom at the Ritz Carlton NoMad, featuring a palette of brown and bronze and a view of New York City.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Hotels in New York City
These are the finest places to stay in the Big Apple.
October 31, 2023 09:00 AM
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Jennifer Flowers
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Hotels
The 7 Best Hotels to Stay at in Brooklyn Right Now
Choosing a hotel in New York City can be overwhelming. Here, we narrow down the options to the best of the best in Brooklyn.
October 21, 2023 09:37 AM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Facade of a couple classic brick apartment buildings in New York City
Hotels
Do New Airbnb Restrictions Mean the End of Vacation Rentals in New York City?
For some visitors, short-term rentals provide a way to access neighborhoods and pricing they can’t access otherwise with hotel stays. But residents complain about a depleting affordable housing supply.
September 18, 2023 08:00 AM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The lobby of the Nine Orchard in New York City features nubby yellow couches and shares and floral wallpaper.
Stay Here Next
How a Restored Bank—and New Hotel—Became NYC’s Hottest Culinary Destination
A neoclassical bank in New York City’s energetic Lower East Side neighborhood has been transformed into a luxurious boutique hotel.
May 02, 2023 06:22 PM
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Aislyn Greene
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Stay Here Next
Stay Here Next: Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York
A touch of Paris lands in Tribeca with the U.S. debut of the Hôtel Barrière Fouquet’s New York.
March 27, 2023 12:42 PM
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Kristin Braswell
A studio king guest room at the Hotel Chelsea, with a big white bed, a fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling windows with stained-glass details overlooking a balcony.
Stay Here Next
Stay Here Next: Hotel Chelsea in New York City
After a decade of closure, the revived NYC landmark is welcoming a new generation of travelers and local creatives into its legend-filled spaces.
February 24, 2023 05:11 PM
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Billie Cohen
Suites at the Aman New York in Midtown Manhattan start at 745 square feet.
Hotels
Inside the $3,200-a-Night Aman New York, Manhattan’s Most Anticipated Hotel Opening
The room rates are eye-watering—but the promise from the brand is that a couple of nights at an Aman will feel like a week staying anywhere else.
October 11, 2022 01:36 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The sprawling grounds of Canoe Place
Hotels
The Rebirth of an American Icon: Welcome (Back) to Canoe Place
Fully renovated and reimagined, the new Canoe Place Inn and Cottages in Hampton Bays is more than just a hotel. It’s a cultural crossroads where history buffs, art enthusiasts, and gourmands can gather once more.
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Resources to help plan your trip
Art + Culture
These Are the Most Beautiful Libraries Around the World
Libraries might be the best way to get to know a place. And they look amazing too. These are among our favorites.
September 30, 2024 02:06 PM
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Billie Cohen
Where to Go in Fall
The Best Places to See Fall Foliage in New York State—and When to Go for Peak Colors
A regularly updated fall foliage map helps visitors time their visit to when the fall colors will be at their peak. Here are the best places to go for the fall leaf show—and when to see them at their most colorful.
September 30, 2024 01:36 PM
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Cat Sposato
Weekend Getaways
10 Easy Weekend Getaways From New York City—No Flights Required
Getting out of the city is a breath of fresh air; here’s where to go by train, bus, or car.
September 19, 2024 01:20 PM
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Sarah Buder
Art + Culture
10 Must-Visit Museums in New York City
There’s a museum for every kind of traveler in the Big Apple.
September 17, 2024 01:24 PM
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Mae Hamilton
Bars + Nightlife
7 of the Best Floating Bars Around the World
Enjoy a drink at one of these watery watering holes, which include a taco shop in the Caribbean and a historic barge in the Hudson River
September 11, 2024 02:56 AM
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Sophie Friedman
Natural Wonders
The 18 Best Places to See Fall Foliage in the USA
From national and state parks to small towns, these destinations are the best places to see autumn foliage.
August 14, 2024 05:32 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Family Travel
The Best Weekend Getaways in the U.S. for Families
From Vegas to the Catskills, these are our favorite spots for a mini break with the kids.
August 05, 2024 03:54 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Longreads
New York City Is Known for Big Things. Its Latest Attraction Is Tiny.
Though small, “pocket forests” are mighty, containing incredible biodiversity and helping to rewild cities. New York just got its first.
August 01, 2024 10:35 AM
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Harrison Hill
Beer, Wine, + Spirits
America’s Best Small Towns for Wine Lovers
These 11 towns will surprise you with their vineyards, tasting rooms, restaurants, and boutique inns—and have you shipping bottles home by the case.
July 26, 2024 12:24 PM
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Ashlea Halpern
Books
17 Independent Bookstores We Love Around the World
In London, Paris, Porto, and beyond, these independent shops should be required stops on any bibliophile’s travel itinerary.
July 19, 2024 06:56 AM
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Tim Chester
Air Travel News
Alaska Just Added These 18 New Flights Across North and Central America
Alaska Airlines just made a big new route announcement, with a focus on popular sun and ski destinations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Costa Rica.
July 17, 2024 02:26 PM
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Bailey Berg
Air Travel News
Delta One’s New JFK Lounge Has Raised the Bar—Here Are 5 Reasons We’re Impressed
Delta’s largest lounge to date doesn’t shy away from perks and pampering services.
June 28, 2024 12:39 PM
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Bailey Berg
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