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New York

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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Overview

Planning your trip

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

READ BEFORE YOU GO
Marcus Whitman Hotel interior with fireplace
Hotel News + Openings
The 9 Best Historic Hotels in the United States in 2026 and Why Each Is Worth Traveling For
Book a storied stay at one of these winners of the 2026 Historic Hotels of America Annual Awards of Excellence.
October 16, 2026 03:26 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
Pedestrians walk by the Aurora Theatre on Main Street in East Aurora, Sunday, September 1, 2024. The movie theater was built in 1925 equipped to show motion pictures and host dramatic performances and musical entertainment. Photo by Sharon Cantillon
Cities We Love
Visiting This Upstate New York Town Feels Like Traveling 100 Years Back in Time
October 14, 2026 12:41 PM
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Sucheta Rawal
Fifth Avenue Hotel suite with teal walls and dark wood furnishings
Hotels
This Maximalist NYC Hotel Costs More Than $1,000 a Night. Is It Worth It?
September 28, 2026 04:27 PM
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Chris Dong
Bluegrass musicians perform during a weekly jam session at Sonny’s bar in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, N.Y, 2026.
Art + Culture
New York City Is the Best Place in the U.S. to Hear Bluegrass—Here’s Why
September 8, 2026 09:35 AM
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Justin Goldman
A modern, curved metal building housing a museum
Art + Culture
University Museums Are Underrated Places to See Art, Often for Free. Here Are 10 of the Best in the U.S.
August 26, 2026 12:18 PM
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Pat Tompkins
HOTELS
Viceroy Park Avenue rooftop pool rendering surrounded by green lounge chairs
Hotel News + Openings
After 7 Years Away, a Luxury Hotel Returns to NYC, This Time with Rooftop Cocktails and a Wellness Suite
Viceroy Park Avenue will bring 252 spacious guest rooms and suites, a rooftop pool, Tao Group Hospitality dining, and a wellness penthouse to Manhattan’s NoMad neighborhood before the end of 2026.
August 12, 2026 04:25 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The William Vale
The William Vale
Hotels We Love
Brooklyn’s Best Hotels, from Warehouse Lofts to Waterfront Retreats
These are the hotels we recommend across the borough, whether you’re after skyline views, great restaurants, or a quieter side of New York.
August 7, 2026 10:40 AM
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Deanna Ting
New York_TheManner_Rooftop_PR_0150.jpg
New York_TheManner_Rooftop_PR_0150.jpg
Hotels We Love
The Best Luxury Hotels in Manhattan for Every Kind of New York Trip
Heading to New York City? These are the best luxury hotels for every type of traveler in Manhattan—whether you’re hiding out, showing off, chasing restaurant reservations, or waking up next to Central Park.
June 23, 2026 06:41 PM
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Heidi Mitchell
Hotel Corduroy - Room x Drifter King 1
Hotel News + Openings
How One Hospitality Group Is Reviving Classic Hotels in Beloved Summer Destinations
From Montauk to Jackson Hole, a new wave of hotel openings is bringing fresh energy to iconic destinations through design-rich spaces rooted in local character and lore.
May 27, 2026 01:39 PM
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Ellen Carpenter
Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees
Wooden cabin exterior surrounded by trees
Hotels We Love
The Best Hotels for a Nature Escape From NYC—No Airport Required
From the Hudson Valley to the Catskills, Berkshires, and Finger Lakes, these hotels immerse you in forests, lakes, and mountain landscapes—all within a few hours’ drive of New York City.
April 15, 2026 03:16 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
JW MARRIOTT PHOENIX DESERT RIDGE RESORT & SPA. PHXDR
JW MARRIOTT PHOENIX DESERT RIDGE RESORT & SPA. PHXDR
Hotels We Love
From French Polynesia to Paris, These 11 Hotels Around the World Are Getting Accessibility Right
The hotels on this list are as thoughtful about accessibility as they are about design, going beyond compliance to make travel more comfortable and intuitive for disabled guests.
April 3, 2026 02:01 PM
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Kelly Dawson
Exterior of the Langham, London.
Hotels
The Hotel Brand That Transformed Modern Hospitality
From Victorian London to Boston and Pasadena, Langham hotels continue to define timeless elegance and modern hospitality.
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Faena - Living Room
Stay Here Next
This Maximalist NYC Hotel Is One of the City’s Buzziest Openings
We checked in to the newly opened Faena New York to see if it lived up to the hype. We found theatrical design, a see-and-be-seen crowd, and key amenities that are still on the way.
February 11, 2026 12:28 PM
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Mark Ellwood
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New York_TheManner_Rooftop_PR_0150.jpg
Hotels We Love
These Are the 25 Best Four-Star Hotels in NYC
A dose of luxury, at a gentler price—these are the 25 best four-star hotels in New York City.
February 6, 2026 08:13 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The Tree Haus accommodations at the Green O are elevated 23 feet off the ground.
The Tree Haus accommodations at the Green O are elevated 23 feet off the ground.
Hotels We Love
America’s 13 Coziest 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.
January 13, 2026 12:55 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
RESOURCES TO HELP PLAN YOUR TRIP
Tips + News
Here’s When NYC Museums Are Opening Again
New York’s museums are starting to reopen with new protocols in place. Here’s what you need to know.
August 14, 2020 05:19 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Tips + News
As NYC Reopens, This Is What Summer in the City Looks Like in 2020
New York is experiencing a summer unlike any other in order to control the coronavirus outbreak.
July 20, 2020 02:02 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Hotels
Urban Cowboy Lodge Is the Escape We All Need Right Now
The Catskills hotel reopens on June 4 with outdoor activities, a surplus of nature, and a Roberta’s pizza stand on the lawn.
May 29, 2020 04:26 PM
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Sunshine Flint
Tips + News
New York’s Chrysler Building Is Getting a Public Observation Deck
When it opens, fans of art deco architecture will be able to get up close and personal with the New York landmark’s iconic designs.
May 22, 2020 03:47 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Cities We Love
How to Pretend You’re in New York City at Home
During quarantine, use this itinerary with tips from locals to recreate the best parts of a day in NYC from the safety and comfort of your own home.
April 30, 2020 05:21 PM
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Ann Shields
Health + Wellness
Germaphobes, Rejoice: This Hand Sanitizer Smells Like Big Sur After Rain
Brooklyn-based perfume company D.S. & Durga turned one of its most popular scents into a hand sanitizer to help during the COVID-19 pandemic.
April 21, 2020 01:22 PM
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Katherine LaGrave
Art + Culture
Essential Movies Set in New York City to Stream Right Now
Wishing you could get a taste of the Big Apple? Watching these movies about NYC can take you there, if only on screen.
April 17, 2020 12:53 PM
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Staff
Tips + News
Hotels Step Up to House Coronavirus Health Workers and Patients
The Four Seasons, the St. Regis, and the Yotel group were among the first to throw open their doors.
March 27, 2020 04:11 PM
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Tim Chester
Travel for Good
If You Need Me, I’ll Be Cuddling Rescued Animals at This Upstate Farm Stay
Happy animals in a beautiful location? Take us to New York’s Farm Sanctuary right now.
March 13, 2020 06:58 PM
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Maggie Fuller
Tips + News
The Highest Outdoor Observation Deck in the Western Hemisphere Is Now Open
The “Edge” in New York City’s Hudson Yards real estate development opened to the public on March 11. Here’s why it’s worth visiting.
March 11, 2020 06:05 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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