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Things to Do by the Water NYC: East River Local Traditions

The relentless, roaring hum of the FDR Drive is a constant vibration that...

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The Sunday Jazz and Sunset Traditions of the Hudson River Piers

Pier 45 in the West Village is NYC’s most alive waterfront. From Sunday...

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Capturing the Best Angles of the Brooklyn Bridge from a Suspended Historic Promenade

I’m leaning against a wrought-iron railing, watching the late afternoon sun ignite the...

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Discovering Stillness on the Pier 57 Lawn Among Romantic Piers New York
Discovering Stillness on the Pier 57 Lawn Among Romantic Piers New York

The sharp smell of roasted garlic from the nearby food halls fades the...

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Waterfront Date Night Guide NYC: First Dates to Proposals

There’s a version of a New York date that involves a reservation, a...

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The Best Piers in Manhattan: Where the Water Meets the City

Most people think Manhattan ends where the asphalt meets the bike path, but...

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Red Hook’s Industrial Soul: Louis Valentino Jr. Park

The first time I went to Louis Valentino Jr. Park, I almost missed...

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