We discover the ten best things you can do for free in one of the most exciting cities in the world – New York.

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The Essential NYC Guide: 10 Free Things To Do And See

Live like a New Yorker when you book one of these eclectic Airbnbs in New York City.

The 10 Best Airbnbs in New York City

Discover art after dark at the plethora of late night openings at New York City's major museums.

9 NYC Museum Nights You Should Know

We have compiled a list of ten sights to see and activities to indulge in New York City's bustling tourist attraction known as Midtown East.

10 Things To See And Do In NYC’s Midtown East

Manhattan has budget-friendly hotels in many of its great neighborhoods, so book your room fast!

Manhattan

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A densely populated metropolis nearly half of whose residents were born outside the USA, New York City really embraces the term “melting pot.” Every corner of the world is packed into the Big Apple’s five boroughs, from vibrant enclaves such as Little Guyana in Queens and midtown’s Koreatown to lower Manhattan’s bustling Chinatown and Little Italy.


The city wears its history of welcoming outsiders with pride. The Tenement Museum, on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, brings the stories of New York’s immigrant communities to life, while Ellis Island and the iconic Statue of Liberty are enduring reminders of the freedom and opportunity America represents for exiles.

Introducing New York City

The majority of New York’s best-known tourist attractions can be found in Manhattan. Just south of Central Park, midtown – home to Times Square, Broadway and many iconic skyscrapers – has all the glitz and glamor of the city that never sleeps. Lower Manhattan is crammed with cool districts, including the West and East villages, the très chic Nolita neighborhood and the shopping destination SoHo.


Many visitors spend their entire visit in Manhattan alone, but the city’s four outer boroughs have plenty of their own charm and things to do. Brooklyn is the hippest of the bunch, boasting experimental nightclubs, gorgeous brownstone buildings and unrivaled views of Manhattan’s skyline across the East River. Queens is blessed with green spaces and great restaurants, while the Bronx has Yankee Stadium and the New York Botanical Garden. Known for its free commuter ferry, Staten Island is the least busy and greenest of the five, giving New Yorkers a much-needed breath of fresh air.

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These children found hope in a piano and friends, can you make sure their story doesn't go unheard?

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Syria

These Syrian Refugee Children Found Hope and Inspiration in a Piano

Interview with Nadine Kadaan, children's book author and illustrator. She is publishing her first book in English called The Jasmine Sneeze.

Interview With Nadine Kadaan: Syrian Children's Book Author and Artist

How Kurdish writers and film directors explore the search for national identity within their ethnic background.

Iraq

Identity In Kurdish Literature And Cinema

Ten Syrian artists, who use video, installation, photography and painting to question the conflict and violence raging across the Middle East.

The 10 Best Contemporary Syrian Artists

Meet the Greek grandmothers and everyday citizens who are helping Syrian refugees get through this period of difficulty and displacement.

How Greek Grandmothers Are Showing Their Love To Syrian Refugees

Meet the Young Syrian Rapper, Mohammad Abu Hajar and his band Mazzaj, who are rapping for revolution 

Meet the Young Syrian Rapping for Revolution

From feminist and political writers to magical realists, we explore Syria’s rich literary heritage of novelists, poets and playwrights.

10 Syrian Writers You Should Know

In the midst of trauma, Syria’s powerful art and culture continues to persevere. Read on to discover the incredible art being created by Syrian artists and refugees.

Enduring Spirit: Art And Culture In Syria Today

Watch how three Syrians dancers are using the power of movement to find a new home and meaning in Berlin.

How Syrians Are Honouring Their Culture Through the Power of Dance

The Syrian city of Aleppo hosted its first soccer match for five years, after the country's government gained control of the city from rebels last month.

Aleppo Witnesses its First Soccer Match in Five Years

From our Global Anthology read fictional prose from regions beginning with the letter "S"

The Global Anthology: The Sahrawi Republic – Syria

'Contrast Syria', the Pergamon Museum's exhibition on the work of Mohamad Al Roumi, offers a rare glimpse into Syria before it became ravaged by war.

'Contrast Syria' The Exhibition Connecting Humanity In Unexpected Places

Technology is being used to discover, restore, and digitally save our heritage. 

Using Today's Technology to Preserve the Past

Kids of the Diaspora, a new lifestyle brand launches with a t-shirt to spread awareness of how global diasporas can foster connectivity.

How a T-Shirt Is Sparking New Awareness About Global Diaspora Communities

The Culture Trip presents a list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Syria sites that have been significantly damaged by the civil war.

Crimes Against History: UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Syria Damaged by Civil War

Discover budget stays rich in quirky amenities and enviable addresses at the best hostels in New York City.

The 7 Best Hostels in New York City

Need some more ideas for brunch? Check out these top ten spots in Midtown, Manhattan – a hotspot for brunch food.

10 Brunch Spots in Midtown Manhattan, New York City

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The 7 Best Hostels in New York City

Discover budget stays rich in quirky amenities and enviable addresses at the best hostels in New York City.

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The Essential NYC Guide: 10 Free Things To Do And See

Food & Drink

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