Anna Rahmanan

The Big Apple is pricey, and any traveler paying this marvelous city a visit will soon find that the bagels, pizza slices, museum tickets and cab fares add up to a fair amount of cash—but you don’t have to throw loads away on your hotel just to avoid breaking the bank. In fact, quite the opposite.  What are hotel prices like in New York City? New York City has many wonderful qualities, but being easy on the wallet is not one of them. Hotel prices can be steep even if you are pretty organised when it comes to booking, but we’re here to help. What you’ll find on this list is hotels which have not been skimpy on that effortlessly cool New York style, but which cost no more than $215 per night—no horrid dorms or leaky showers here.  📍 Discover our ultimate guide to the best hotels in New York City How we curate our hotel lists Our team of writers and travel experts review hotels all over the world—new openings, old classics and everything in between—to bring you fresh, honest recommendations, all year round. We have reviewed many of the hotels featured below, but we may not have stayed at every single one. Any we haven’t stayed in have been selected by experts based on their amenities, features, pricing and more. By the way, this article includes affiliate links. These links have no influence on our editorial content. For more information, see our affiliate guidelines. 🛏 Check out the best Airbnbs in New York City

This list is old. Here are the best things to do in the world in 2026.  2025 is set to be a momentous year when it comes to travel. Citywide celebrations and milestone anniversaries will be taking place in Amsterdam and Rome, sparkling new cultural centres are flinging open their doors in Rotterdam, New York and Abu Dhabi, and there are fresh chances to see some wonderful wildlife in Australia, Singapore and Greenland – but that’s just the beginning. Read on for our roundup of the 25 coolest, weirdest and most adventurous new things to do across the world in 2025, no matter your whereabouts or budget. RECOMMENDED:🇬🇧 The best things to do in the UK in 2025🛍️ The coolest neighbourhoods in the world🎪 The world’s best music festivals for 2025🌃 The best cities in the world right now  

If you’re looking for a travel destination, don’t underestimate Busan. In our opinion, Busan is one of the most underrated cities in the world, but let’s not go there right now. See the magic for yourselves. This huge, sprawling city at the southern tip of the Korean Peninsula is home to three and a half million people, and to fully embrace it, you’ve just got to go along for the ride.  Busan has huge beaches, a seriously good food scene and plenty of markets and shopping spots to explore. The best part? You can get all this alongside the bright lights of city life, which lends itself to trendy micro-breweries, cool coffee shops and vintage bargains. Fancy fresh seafood from the biggest fish market in Korea? An underground photographer’s gallery? You’ve got it all here. Read on for the best things to do in Busan right now.  RECOMMENDED:📍 The best things to do in Seoul🇰🇷 The best things to do in South Korea✈️ The world’s most underrated travel destinations🌆 The best cities in the world🏬 The coolest neighbourhoods in the world Planning your next trip? Check out our latest travel guides, written by local experts.

Television is widely thought to have entered its golden age in the early 2000s, but the road there was paved by the previous decade. In many ways, the ’90s completely changed the idea of what the medium could accomplish. It’s where Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld reinvented the sitcom. It’s where David Lynch actually got a spot in primetime. And it’s where HBO set up the revolution of the coming millennium by introducing a crime drama for the ages.  If you weren’t around back then – or ‘didn’t even own a TV’, as Gen X liked to brag – it’s a good time to catch up. The ’90s are everywhere again, in fashion, music and all over streaming platforms. Here are 37 can’t-miss suggestions, along with where to find them. Recommended: 📺 The 101 best TV shows of all-time💻 The 40 best Netflix original series to binge🎮 The best 50 ‘90s movies🎶 The 50 best ‘90s songs

Few travel experiences capture the spirit of adventure quite like a road trip—and in America, it's practically a rite of passage. With thousands of miles of scenic byways, historic highways and wide-open roads, the United States, in our opinion, is best explored via four-wheel drive. While there are many reasons to love road trips, it's the freedom to roam that makes them truly special. Without the rush, distractions, or rigid schedules that come with pre-booked flights or train tickets, travelers can explore at their own pace—lingering where they want, skipping what doesn't interest them and embracing spontaneity. So, instead of racing to an airport or train station, travelers have ample time to explore, be it strolling through small towns, pulling over for a scenic hike or making a beeline for quirky roadside attractions. Whether you're weaving through coastal cliffs along the Pacific Coast Highway, winding through the Smoky Mountains on the Blue Ridge Parkway or cruising through red rock arches on Utah's Route 12, there's a scenic and spectacular route for every kind of traveler. Here are 20 of our favorites across the country, each offering picturesque landscapes and postcard-worthy views. We've also included Airbnbs to stay in at the end of each route!

A new season calls for a new wardrobe, but who says the swap has to come with a hefty price tag? The best sample sales in NYC offer a goldmine of designer finds at a fraction of the cost. From chic outerwear to fresh footwear, these sales let you step into spring with a stylish new look—without breaking the bank.

Growing up, a shelf-stable sandwich was a constant cast member in my brown bag lunch, from the reliable turkey with a squirt of mustard to the simple yet satisfying peanut butter and jelly variety, all of which was prepared by my loving mother. But as I've grown, so has my imagination as to what I can slide between two halves of bread.  The mighty sandwich is really a vehicle for all. Carnivorous appetites call for hunks of brisket and barbecue to pastrami-stacked creations. Yet sandwiches sprouting with veggies and vegetarian-forward ingredients can be just as satisfying if not more. And no matter what, a sandwich beats a sad desk salad, any day. When the hankering calls for a carb-laden lunch (or breakfast or dinner, we don't care), thumb through this list and discover your new favorite sub. Editor's note: We removed Bonafide Delicatessen and Cafe, Ciao, Gloria, Henry Public and Rowdy Rooster. We added Bark Barbecue, Calyer, Daily Provisions, Ends Meat, Ollin, Win Son Bakery and The Bonnie.  RECOMMENDED: The 25 most spectacular sandwiches in the world

New York City's art scene is in for an impressive spring season. The season begins with an extensive survey of Brooklyn artists at the Brooklyn Museum. Then, there's The Affordable Art Fair, The Frick Collection's re-opening, never-before-seen Hilma af Klint illustrations, and an exhibit on nuclear posters at Poster House. We're especially looking forward to "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at The Met and "Out of the Closets! Into the Streets!" at Hispanic Society. From public art displays to gallery shows to museum presentations, here are 17 art experiences we’re excited about this spring for you to mark your calendar. No matter which you choose, New Yorkers you're guaranteed to feast your eyes on some incredible works this spring.  

New York is a green city. Back in March of 2021, then-New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation into law that effectively legalized marijuana in the state. It was a long time coming: lawmakers had been trying to pass the guidelines since back in 2018 but conversations would stall on the topic of tax revenue from sales. Finally, in 2021, the stage budget proposal included the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act (more on that later).  RECOMMENDED: Weed 101: Everything to know about cannabis in NYC Fast-forward nearly two years and the legalization of recreational cannabis began to actually take effect and all previous marijuana-related criminal records in the state of New York were given the current legality of the substance. New York State legalized the sale of cannabis for adult recreational use in 2022. That year, thousands of New Yorkers applied for their Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CUARD) license and (at the time of publication) over 40 of them went on to open licensed dispensaries, including 16 of them right here in New York City in 2023. Since then, more than 300 have opened across the state, as of January 2025. Of course, there are still a lot of questions to be answered: Can weed also be grown at home? Where can New Yorkers buy the stuff and will they be stopped if carrying it around? Can anyone sell marijuana now? Below, check out our extensive guide to marijuana legalization in New York state. Recommended: What to expect in NYC now that weed is

Whether or not you’re a sports fan, the halftime show is the one thing everyone tunes into on Super Bowl Sunday. This year was no different with Pullitzer-prize-winning rapper (!) Kendrick Lamar taking the stage alongside special guest SZA (plus a few other surprises we won’t ruin just yet). The halftime show is a long-standing tradition that has featured some of the country's biggest stars, from Beyoncé to Prince to Madonna. Every year, it brings us a thrilling performance filled with fireworks, splashy entrances, special guests, and plenty of surprises to keep you glued to your TV set. This year’s musical spectacle made a big impression, but that doesn’t mean they’ve all landed well with audiences. We’ve seen our share of misses among the best Super Bowl halftime shows. Below, a cherry-picked ranking of the performances that got us dancing, singing and discussing with colleagues the next day.

No matter where you are or where you work in New York, you’re probably stressed out. As great as our fair city is—with so many amazing things to do, fabulous restaurants and top-notch bars—it’s hard to find time to chill out. Taking a weekend getaway or relaxing on a nearby beach are good ways to relax, but often we need serenity NOW (and let’s face it: sometimes planning that beach trip or weekend getaway can lead to even more stress!). A relaxing spa treatment can be just the thing for a quick fix. Problem is, most of us can’t afford the luxurious spas that promise instant bliss. Fortunately there are a number of spots for affordable spa treatments in NYC. Whether it’s a facial, a massage, a mani-pedi or a body scrub, one to two hours at a spa will give you the re-set you need. You’ll feel refreshed and glowing in no time. RECOMMENDED: Find more spas in NYC

This year started off strong as New York City started winning its war against rats, was named as the best city in the world and had an extremely packed spring season on Broadway. But then as 2024 unfolded, we experienced some pretty radical moments, like an incredible solar eclipse and an earthquake—and when Jennifer Lopez declared “if you know, you know” about her mystifying Bronx bodega order. From there, we ditched the dating apps and confoundedly found love at live dating shows and running clubs, and suffered heartache when we lost a few greats—RIP to the Rubin Museum‘s physical space (it’s still in operation), the Fotografiska museum of photography (temporarily at least), our beloved Flaco the owl, pandemic-era dining sheds and $15 congestion pricing (oh no!). But New York City is nothing if not resilient. We celebrated the Paris Olympics from afar, turned out to the U.S. Open, saw top-notch theater, welcomed back Kellogg’s Diner, Papaya King and Pioneer Works, and even held a Timothée Chalamet look-alike contest.  But so much more is worth celebrating this year, which is why Time Out New York editors—all of whom experienced these crazy NYC moments—are unveiling their top picks in the food and drink sphere, the world of theater, art and culture, nightlife circles and more. RECOMMENDED: Time Out New York’s 2023 Best of the City award winners

One of the most visited historical sites in Europe, the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, has opened an exhibition in New York for the first time. Find it at the Center for Jewish History in the Flatiron District through April 30, 2025. New Yorkers can now walk through a full-scale re-creation of the rooms where Anne Frank, her parents Otto and Edith, her sister Margot, the Van Pels family and Fritz Pfeffer (all Jews) spent two years in hiding from the Nazis during World War II. Inside the re-created annex itself, every object displayed in glass cases is original—things that Anne, her family and fellow hideout Jews touched and used daily, alongside exact replicas of other items. The exhibition also includes a gallery space that walks visitors through the events leading up to the Holocaust, when 6 million Jews were murdered, and its aftermath. Expect to see objects—some original, others exact replicas from the house in Amsterdam—alongside striking images. There's a remarkable amount of archival footage on display—photos and videos blown up to massive size that demand attention to every detail.  Brace yourself for a deeply emotional experience. Time Out tip: upon entering, be sure to grab an audio guide. The space is filled with artifacts, photos and videos, but the text on the walls is minimal, mostly consisting of quotes from Anne’s diary and from family members. 

In what is likely to be the most New York-way to ring in the New Year, dance to electrifying beats by DJ Kristaval, who will be performing 1,000 feet above the city at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt on December 31. You can also expect two complimentary cocktails of your choice, a complimentary champagne for a midnight toast, and a dessert bar with plenty of gourmet bites.  For $300, you'll gain access to all three floor sof the space until 2am, including the beautiful rooftop. You can purchase tickets right here.

If Netflix’s Squid Game was one of your favorite shows and you’re looking forward to the new season premiere this December, you’ll want to try your hand at some of the challenges at Squid Game: The Experience here in NYC. Set within Manhattan Mall (100 West 33rd Street by Sixth Avenue), you get into teams of up to 24 people each to complete challenges across 60 minutes, including those that appeared on the TV show (yes, you’ll get to try your hand at the iconic Red Light Green Light) plus a number of brand-new ones built specifically for the experience.  Once done playing, you can enjoy a night market offering a variety of Korean and international sweet and savory foods—plus drinks! As the event's official spirits partner, Johnnie Walker is serving signature cocktails inspired by the show such as The 456, at the Johnnie Walker Black Label bar.

The ultimate family concert experience, the Kidz Bop tour is hitting New York's Beacon Theatre with 90 minutes of pop tracks sung by children... for children. The concert coincides with the group's latest album Kidz Bop 2024 Vol. 2. This year's Kidz Bop Kids—Aleah, JJ, Shila and Tyler—will perform songs like "Dance the Night," "Shake it Off," "TEXAS HOLD 'EM," "Sunroof" and "Uptown Funk," among others. A few things to keep in mind: the show features an intermission and you are more than welcome to snap photos of the experience before, during and after the producion. A message to fans: every Kidz Bop tour is different, so expect an all-new set design, novel costumes, choreography and more at this year's shenanigans. You can snag tickets to the Beacon Theatre concert right here. 

Is the role of a hotel to shield its guests from the outside world or render them participants to the goings-on of the city they get to temporarily call home? If you’re leaning towards the former, then the Greenwich Hotel, the eight-story luxury abode near Tribeca that's partly owned by actor Robert De Niro, is where you’ll want to stay while in town.  Nestled on the corner of North Moore Street and Greenwich Street right by the West Side Highway, the building boasts 73 rooms, some of which overlook an interior courtyard, 11 suites and two duplex penthouses that are aptly named The Greenwich and The North Moore.  On a recent visit while staying in a luxurious suite on the second floor, I was struck by one aspect of the experience: I forgot I was in New York. When looking out the window and into the courtyard, I noticed the absence of the very things that make the city what it is on a visual level. There were no buildings, no people rushing down the street and all was… quiet?  Despite the disconnect from its surroundings, the hotel offers a premium experience when it comes to your actual stay: the beautiful bathroom, complete with a shower and a bath, was stocked with Red Flower products developed specifically for the hotel and the bed, by British company Savoir, was particularly comfortable.  But there’s more: guests receive a complimentary newspaper every morning and the mini bar is filled with non-alcoholic drinks and snacks to be enjoyed completely gratis (keep in mind tha

Sabrina Carpenter’s sixth studio album, Short N’ Sweet, is set to drop this Friday. And Angelenos will get to celebrate the much anticipated new record with a visit to this exclusive pop-up experience, courtesy of Complex L.A. at 433 North Fairfax Avenue. Friday, August 23 through Sunday, August 25 from 11am to 7pm, folks can shop exclusive merchandise inspired by and dedicated to the 25-year-old singer and actress. From T-shirts to tanks, hats, totes, CDs and vinyl records, the roster of products on offer run the gamut in terms of style and genre, but each one pays homage to the artist behind the hit “Espresso.”

Angelenos will soon be able to taste one of the most iconic dishes served in New York when Katz’s Delicatessen, perhaps the most recognized deli in all of the East Coast, will open in L.A. for one day only this Saturday, June 29 from 11am to 6pm. Brought to this side of the country by Postmates and West Hollywood spot Bar Next Door, where the activation will be setting up at 9159 Sunset Boulevard, the pop-up will be serving a limited number of Katz’s famous pastrami sandwiches on rye with a side of the legendary house-made mustard and pickles. You can opt for either pickup or delivery on Postmates, and in addition to the app, there’ll be a limited number of sandwiches available at the bar for walk-ups (though you’ll likely need to wait in a standby line). Fair warning: The culinary delight will cost you $25 for half a sandwich and $45 for a full one. But trust us: The food is worth the price tag. Guests will also be able to look through limited-edition branded merch.

Mercer Labs, Museum of Art and Technology is a unique new immersive museum created by Roy Nachum, the artist behind Rihanna’s famous 2016 “Anti” album cover, and his business partner Michael Cayre, a real estate developer.  The 36,000-square-foot space opened in early 2024 at 21 Dey Street, inside the bank building that used to be part of the now-nextdoor Century 21. There are a total of 15 different rooms to explore, each one attacking all the senses upon entrance. Some outstanding installations include the one that the staff refers to as "The Dragon," where a total of 500,000 individual LED lights hung on strings adorn a room and are lit up to created 3D videos, including one of a galloping horse, that will catch your attention. Towards the end of the walkthrough is what can only be described as a cave of beautiful pink flowers (plastic ones), where there will soon be a bar as well. This is perhaps the most Instagrammable space within the museum as a whole, one that will likely come to represent the destination on social media once it officially opens. An installation of a robot will also delight. Dubbed Kuka Robot, the machine is found behind a glass in the middle of a bed of sand. The robot makes sand castles, sketches and more while visitors look on wondering how it's all possible. Taking a tour of the new Mercer Labs is something you might want to consider doing with kids. Not only are the visual elements striking and entertaining but certain rooms are specifically targ

A new public art installation by artist Curry J. Hackett has just taken over The Plaza at 300 Ashland in Brooklyn, and it's as futuristic as art gets these days: the piece, dubbed Ugly Beauties, features panoramic, AI-generated images of Black folks among various native weeds. According to an official press release, the work, on display through May 2, highlights a “metaphorical connection between society’s perception of these species and its treatment of Black people.” Upon approaching the structure, the viewer will immediately notice the juxtaposition of the various elements depicted, prompting all to think of our perception of what is beautiful and what is part of society at large. “Ugly Beauties expands on Downtown Brooklyn Partnership’s commitment to activating itsshared spaces with art installations that enliven the public realm and capture the spirit of theneighborhood,” said Regina Myer, President of Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, in a statement. “With residents, shoppers, workers, diners, and other visitors rushing around the neighborhood, we hope this piece will impart a moment of reflection and help Brooklynites to realize the beauty all around them. ”

There is something simultaneously spooky and romantic about walking through the Queens Botanical Garden after sunset—especially while participating in this year's Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars. A total of nine different installations are set up throughout the trail, each one capturing your attention in different ways, all embracing the power of light as their medium of choice. If it's an out-of-the-ordinary Christmas-adjacent light experience that you’re after, look no further than Astra Lumina.

If it's an eclectic kind of skating activity that you're after this holiday season, look no further: Sky Skate, the highest skating rink in the city, is officially back at the Edge in Hudson Yards starting November 15 through January 14, 2024.  Make no mistake: although the rink is set up in the indoor portion of the famous sky deck, you're still 1,131 feet in the air, on the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards. That is all to say: perhaps opt for something a bit different if you're scared of heights?  But if you do decide to partake in the seasonal activity (tickets are available for 30-minute slots right here), make sure to also peruse through the site's other offerings, including City Climb, the highest external skyscraper climb in the world that challenges guests to scale the outside of a 1,200-foot building then lean out from the outdoor platform at the top of structure, according to an official press release.  We are, indeed, shivering with fear.

Watch the Harlem Globetrotters show off their b-ballin’ skills at the New York stop of their just-announced 2024 world tour. You’ll be mesmerized as the basketball wizards shoot from midcourt, spin balls on their fingers and go head-to-head for two epic games, which are bound to keep you on the edge of your seat. Make sure to stick around until the very end to snag an autograph, photo and high-five session from your favorite players, plus you can add a legendary Marques Haynes bobblehead to your collection. Snag tickets to the February 18 game against the Washington Generals right here.

Following an award-winning international premiere, Beaches, A New Musical—based on the eponymous best-selling novel that inspired the beloved Bette Midler–led film—will make its Broadway bow this spring at the Majestic Theatre at 245 West 44th Street near Eighth Avenue. Previews begin on March 27, 2026, ahead of an opening night on April 22, with the limited run set through September 6. The show traces the lifelong friendship between Cee Cee and Bertie. “From pen pals to roommates to romantic rivals, Cee Cee and Bertie’s oil-and-water friendship perseveres through even the most tragic trials,” reads the official synopsis. The source material, written by Iris Rainer Dart, was first adapted for the screen in 1988, starring Midler as Cee Cee and Barbara Hershey as Hillary, and went on to become a tear-jerking pop-culture touchstone. The stage adaptation is co-directed by Tony Award nominee and Emmy Award winner Lonny Price and Matt Cowart, with a score by Mike Stoller, lyrics by Dart herself, and a book by Dart and Thom Thomas. Jessica Vosk (Hell’s Kitchen, Wicked) and Kelli Barrett (Parade) star as the two protagonists, bringing powerhouse vocals and emotional heft to the iconic roles. Long associated with classic Broadway spectacles, the Majestic provides a fitting home for a story that spans decades and emotion. Tickets go on sale starting next month and you can sign up for an alert to be notified on when that will be right here.

If your holiday wish list includes a flight to France that you just can’t actually afford, you might want to consider heading to the northern edge of Bryant Park instead, where Parisian gastronomic house Fauchon has officially opened at 2 Bryant Park. The renowned culinary brand, founded by Auguste Fauchon in 1886, has unveiled a retail space that includes a bakery, a boutique stocked with gourmet goods, a full-service café and a restaurant in midtown Manhattan. Photograph: Justin Bernard Photograph: Justin Bernard Let’s start with the pastries—a French badge of honor. Expect croissants, éclairs, macarons and artisan breads by pastry chef Victoria Mustacchio, alongside the brand’s signature lip-shaped Bisou Bisou collection of pastries reimagined for a New York audience (think fudge brownies, chocolate mousse, pretzels and ice creams). There’s also an on-site retail shop where visitors can browse specialty teas, sweets, fine groceries and grab-and-go items. The restaurant, serving breakfast, brunch and lunch, is led by executive chef Mat Bednarczyk. Standout dishes include smoked salmon with buckwheat blinis, a croque monsieur with Paris ham, béchamel and Gruyère and, according to an official press release, “refined twists on U.S. classics,” like a lobster roll on toasted brioche and the Fauchon burger with minced beef, Gruyère, yellow tomato, bacon and caramelized onion aioli. Photograph: Justin Bernard Photograph: Justin Bernard Perhaps the first thing you’ll notice

Yesterday, New York’s State Gaming Commission made it official: three full-scale casino sites, two in Queens and one in the Bronx, have been granted licenses to be built and operate. The approved projects include Hard Rock and Mets owner Steve Cohen’s sprawling complex next to Citi Field and Resorts World’s proposal near JFK Airport in Queens, as well as Bally’s project in the Bronx, on a former golf course owned by President Donald Trump. Notably absent from the list: JAY-Z’s proposed Times Square casino, which did not receive a license. “The three approved casinos will generate billions of dollars for the MTA and education, create tens of thousands of jobs and deliver real benefits to their surrounding communities,” Governor Kathy Hochul said in an official statement. “Each of the projects made significant commitments to their communities and to New York State, and the Gaming Commission was clear that they will hold these projects accountable and make sure they keep their promises. That is what New Yorkers expect and what they deserve.” This decision has been a long time coming. Back in 2013, a constitutional amendment was passed allowing up to seven casinos statewide, with as many as three reserved specifically for the New York City area. Four upstate casinos were approved already, making yesterday’s announcement the final—and most anticipated—piece of the puzzle. While no official timelines have been announced, here’s what we know about each project so far. Hard Rock and

When Alleva Dairy, the oldest cheese shop in the U.S., was forced to close its Little Italy location after 130 years, New Yorkers were outraged. The legendary shop had all but defined its corner of Mulberry and Grand Streets, and its loss was mourned both in person and online, with many frustrated by the financial struggles and court battles the business had faced. Photograph: Courtesy of Alleva Dairy Fast-forward to today: Time Out can exclusively report that a new incarnation of Alleva Dairy will soon debut inside Chelsea Market, likely opening in late winter. The project is helmed by Karen King, wife of the late John “Cha Cha” Ciarcia, who took over the shop with her in 2014. King, now the sole owner of the brand, will work alongside chef Danny Paolucci, who will lead the culinary vision for the new spot. “At its heart, Alleva Dairy is about family," King said in an official statement. "Cha Cha always believed that serving our community meant welcoming everyone as part of our extended family. As a true melting pot of cultures, Chelsea Market’s vibrant community is the perfect fit for our next chapter. We look forward to continuing Alleva Dairy’s legacy in one of the city’s most iconic food destinations and sharing our century-old recipes and home-cooked flavors with locals and visitors from around the world.” Photograph: Courtesy of Alleva Dairy Photograph: Courtesy of Alleva Dairy Fans will be delighted to be able to once again devour Alleva's classic dishes, includ

Airport lounges are having a moment. As new credit cards roll out lounge access and travel picks back up to almost pre-COVID levels, travelers have become obsessed with the idea of relaxing in a quiet, well-stocked space by their gate—sipping a glass of wine, snacking, working or catching up on reading before a flight. And we don’t blame them. There’s something undeniably luxurious about stepping into these private havens, a small dose of extra “luxe” that elevates any trip, whether for work or pleasure. RECOMMENDED: The 17 best Christmas vacations in the U.S. for a festive getaway Surprisingly, given the airline’s popularity, the NYC-founded JetBlue had never entered the lounge game—until now. The company is gearing up to debut its first-ever lounge, located inside Terminal 5 at JFK Airport, on December 18. Dubbed BlueHouse, the new 9,000-square-foot space spans two floors and is modeled after an Art Deco–style New York City apartment. Photograph: Courtesy of JetBlue "The space is a love letter to New York," said Stephanie Evans Greene, senior vice president of marketing and brand at JetBlue, during a recent press preview of the lounge. "Because the city is the airline's home." The dedication to New York City begins with the lounge’s décor. Throughout the space, you’ll find books sourced from beloved local shop The Strand, plus art pieces by New York artists and works about the city—including one by a New Yorker cartoonist and another made entirely from now-defunct Metro

Hanukkah is about many things: Jewish resilience, miracles and—as is usually the case with Jewish holidays—food. Two dishes reign supreme during the Festival of Lights: sufganiyot—deep-fried donuts traditionally filled with jelly, though in recent years they’ve embraced all kinds of inventive fillings—and latkes, crispy potato pancakes that have also undergone a modern culinary glow-up, moving beyond their plain, traditional roots to creative versions with diverse fillings and toppings. Today, we’re focusing on the latter: delectable, crackly latkes. Specifically, we’re highlighting some of the most interesting—and absolutely must-try—versions served across New York starting this week. (Hanukkah officially begins Sunday, December 14, and lasts eight nights.) Before we get to our picks, a pro tip: any potato latke is made better with smoked fish, and no place in New York knows smoked fish quite like Acme Smoked Fish in Brooklyn—a fourth-generation, family-owned institution that locals flock to weekly. The destination’s smoked salmon and whitefish salad make for perfect latke toppings. The staff is also now selling a new spicy tuna, which is absolutely worth trying as well. Chickpea Latkes from Miriam    Photograph: Courtesy of Miriam   The Middle Eastern restaurant knows exactly how to cater to New York crowd: its take on the latke is a gluten-free one made with chickpea flour. According to the eatery, the ingredient makes the patties "extra crispy," a "trick passed down fro

"I think that there is a certain kind of something that is in your blood as a New Yorker," actress Kyra Sedgwick says over Zoom while discussing her new movie, The Best You Can. "You're fast, you're moving, you're rushing. You’ve got places to be and things to do." Two other subjects spark that same candor and excitement during our call, which also includes Sedgwick’s husband, fellow actor Kevin Bacon, who stars alongside her in the film: the project itself—their first on-screen collaboration in twenty years—and the changing nature of the film industry. "Growing up and being in New York in the 1970s, which was such a seminal moment in American film history, going to the movies feels like a really important part of our lives," Bacon says. "We really, really make an effort to go out and sit down and get some popcorn and experience the thrill of the movies." Photograph: Courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment When asked about their go-to movie theater, the couple, married for 37 years, is quick to point out that they tend to "go where we need to go," depending on what films are playing where. Among their favorites are AMC 84th Street 6 and the New Plaza Cinema on 67th Street, both in their Upper West Side neighborhood. LOOK Dine-In on 57th Street and the Angelika also get mentioned. But back to New York: the mix of nostalgia, pace and emotional honesty that the actors allude to during our chat sits at the heart of The Best You Can. Sedgwick plays Cynthia, a tightly wound New

*]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id="request-WEB:0196f5d9-35f1-4aaf-b899-dd838367a730-3" data-testid="conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn="assistant"> Let's start with an admission: especially when it comes to food, New Yorkers have a chip on their shoulder. After all, our culinary scene is the stuff of legend: if you make it here, it seems, you can really make it anywhere. So we weren't exactly surprised when, back in 2022, Los Angeles’ high-end organic grocery store chain Erewhon went viral and New Yorkers collectively scoffed at the idea of a smoothie with supposed magical powers, an aesthetically pleasing glow and a very real $20 price tag. Secretly, though, we were all opening Google Flights tabs. (What better reason to cross the country than to try a drink, right?) We needed to know what made Erewhon’s strawberry glaze skin smoothie, a Hailey Bieber favorite, so damn good, or whether the newer Coconut Cloud smoothie was anything more than an Instagram prop. Fast-forward to today and New Yorkers with a flair for the gastronomically viral no longer have to fly to California to see what the fuss is about: Erewhon smoothies are officially available on this side of the country, delivered via Uber Eats and Postmates. To be clear, the company opened a very private

It is extremely difficult not to fangirl over Melanie C (yes, the Spice Girl) when chatting with her over Zoom about her upcoming DJ set at Daybreaker’s hot-sauna sober dance party at Othership in NYC this Thursday at 9pm.  After all, born at the end of the 1980s, my millennial self grew up listening to the Spice Girls—arguably the group that helped spearhead the kind of pop music that still resonates today and, of course, championed a version of girl power that, while less organized, was certainly just as widely embraced as today's feminist discourse. Still, over a decade in journalism helps me keep my composure—until I hear Melanie C's unmistakable north UK accent, the same one that defined songs like "Stop," "Say You'll Be There" and "Too Much," among so many others.  Photograph: Shutterstock All of that is to say: even though the point of the call is to talk about her very cool DJ career and the May 1 release of her ninth solo studio album SWEAT, I have to ask Melanie C about the possibility of a Spice Girls reunion—especially in light of the Backstreet Boys' recent success with their Vegas residency at the Sphere. If they can do it, shouldn't the girls also? Melanie C can't “give any exclusives,” as she puts it, but she does acknowledge the group’s devoted fan base, her deep relationship with the girls and their collective desire to mark the upcoming 30th anniversary of their hit debut single “Wannabe” in a meaningful way. And so, you heard it here first: the Spice Gir

Last night, at the 2025 Michelin Northeast Cities ceremony in Philadelphia, a handful of NYC restaurants had plenty of reason to celebrate. Photograph: Cayla ZahoranHuso Sushi Sho, the omakase hotspot helmed by Keiji Nakazawa, earned an additional star, bringing it to three Michelin stars—the guide’s highest honor, given to restaurants offering “exceptional cuisine, worth a special journey.” It now joins the elite group already occupied by the perennially lauded Korean restaurant Jungsik, Eric Ripert's famed Le Bernardin, Thomas Keller's Per Se and Daniel Humm’s Eleven Madison Park (which recently returned to its carnivorous roots). The Korean go-to Joo Ok also moved up the rankings, rising from one to two Michelin stars, the category reserved for “excellent cooking, worth a detour.” Photograph: Adrianna GlavianoBridges A number of long-standing honorees retained their two Michelin stars, including Scandinavian restaurant Ask, the intimate Brooklyn eatery that also boasts a cellar bar and garden; Aquavit, a high-end Scandinavian restaurant with prix-fixe and tasting menus; downtown New American standout Atera; the well-known Blue Hill at Stone Barns in Tarrytown; César, another tasting-menu destination; Chef's Table at Brooklyn Fare; modern French landmark Gabriel Kreuther; Jean-Georges' eponymous flagship; Danny Meyer's The Modern inside the Museum of Modern Art; acclaimed Japanese spot Odo; the upscale Saga on the 63rd floor of a 1920s skyscraper in the Financial Distri

Sean Hayes will make his return to the New York stage early next year, starring in The Unknown, a one-man play by award-winning playwright David Cale. The Off Broadway production will take over Studio Seaview on January 31, 2026, ahead of a February 12, 2026, opening, and will run for a strictly limited 10-week engagement through April 12, 2026. Tickets are already on sale here. The play centers on Elliott, a writer who retreats to a remote cabin in hopes of curing his writer’s block—only to realize he may not be alone. “As the boundaries between his work and his life collapse, Elliot begins to question everything he knows,” reads the thriller’s official synopsis. “David Cale is a masterful storyteller and I am thrilled to be embarking on our third collaboration with The Unknown,” said director Leigh Silverman in an official statement. “We are joined by the charismatic, dynamic Sean Hayes, an imaginative design team and visionary producers, and I can’t wait to share this enthralling show with audiences.” Although best known for playing the always-hilarious Jack McFarland on NBC’s Will & Grace—a role that earned him a slew of awards—Hayes is no stranger to the stage. He made his Broadway debut in 2010 as Chuck Baxter in the revival of the musical Promises, Promises, earning a Tony nomination for Best Leading Actor in a Musical. In 2016, he returned to Broadway in the comedy An Act of God. Beyond the stage, Hayes co-hosts the world’s number-one comedy podcast, SmartLess, and ap

As the holidays roll in and the year winds down, you may find yourself drifting into reflection mode: what could’ve been, the trends you wish you’d jumped on, the ones you wish never existed, the good, the bad, the absolutely-no-thank-you. When it comes to the culinary world, though, we prefer to look ahead. Shared dishes, communal tables and the great reservation-resale crackdown have shaped how we’ve been eating—yes, we’ve talked about it endlessly—so why not focus on what’s next? Resy’s latest report does exactly that, zeroing in on what’s about to rise in the gastronomic universe in 2026 (because we're ready to line up those reservations already). The predictions are packed with delicious tidbits (omakase still reigns, izakayas are close behind, chefs are going hyper-regional and the pizza boom has officially taken over the nation), but we’re honing in on three in particular—the ones that genuinely thrill us and remind us just how fluid this world is: all ebbs, flows, comebacks and brand-new arrivals. One of those supposed newcomers? Fish dips. Not a new invention by any stretch, but Resy deems them “the new tinned fish” and the “it” appetizer that’s suddenly everywhere—and, honestly, we’re not sure how we feel about it. Although partial to all kinds of dips, this particular writer finds the fish-focused trend a bit… precarious. Fish has a way of pushing people to extremes: you either adore a certain variety or you can’t even tolerate the smell—never mind in soft, scoopa