Magdalena O'Neal

There’s nothing like summer in NYC (especially the year the city turns 400!)—and the Fourth of July is when it hits peak magic. Fireworks light up the skyline, every rooftop becomes a party and the city’s energy reaches full volume. This year, the ultimate place to celebrate is 1,100 feet in the sky at SUMMIT One Vanderbilt. With panoramic views stretching across Manhattan and beyond, it’s where the city’s biggest night feels even bigger. SUMMIT’s Fourth of July event offers more than just a view. Guests of all ages will have free roam access across all three immersive floors, along with two premium drinks, a festive food package (hot dog, pulled pork or mushroom sandwich—your pick), and an unbeatable view from the terrace. Expect live music from a summer band, backyard-style games with a sky-high twist and a golden-hour sunset you’ll talk about until Labor Day. And of course, when the fireworks go off across the skyline, you’ll have a front-row seat above it all. Whether you’re a local looking to upgrade your Fourth or a visitor spending summer in NYC the right way, SUMMIT is the kind of unforgettable experience that takes your holiday plans to new heights. Step into infinite reflections in the Transcendence room Photo courtesy of SUMMIT One Vanderbilt After you ride 91 floors to the top floor of SUMMIT in less than 43 seconds, you will enter Transcendence, a two-story room covered in thirty thousand square feet of mirrors. Standing in the room is akin to being at the cent

If you've got an itch to check out an amazing flea market, NYC has many options. But our list features the very best of 'em. Worshippers of vintage stores and thrift shops know how valuable finding a good alfresco or indoor market can be. The best bazaars are the ones that are loaded with treasures and are also reasonably priced. And if they happen to sell food and nibbles to satiate your hunger once the shopping fatigue sets in, then you've truly found your go-to weekend ritual. Our guide to the best flea markets checks off all your needs. From location updates to new offerings, we’ll help you navigate the city’s bazaar scene all year-round. So, flea-goers, satisfy the itch and start shopping for craft jewels and antiques, then indulge on gourmet eats from grub markets like Smorgasburg. Can’t get enough of all these outdoor shopping opportunities? Check out our awesome list of NYC street fairs as well. RECOMMENDED: The best street fairs NYC has to offer

In our world of constant emails and texts, the mark of a truly luxurious vacation is the ability to set an out-of-office message and leave the mental to-do list behind. One of the easiest ways to do this is to book a trip with maximum ease, allowing you to spontaneously get a deep tissue massage, reserve your seat at one of Dallas' top steak houses or lounge by the pool all within the same day. At Hilton Anatole, you can do all three—and since this is Texas, so much more.  Hilton Anatole is located a few minutes from downtown Dallas and an easy, twenty-minute drive from the airport. Nestled in the city's chic Design District, the sprawling, forty-five-acre property provides a plethora of opportunities for romantic weekend getaways, extended family vacations, girls' trips or any reason that comes to mind. Picture yourself waking up in your sun-soaked room and deciding between booking a signature charcoal detox facial at Verandah Spa, wandering through lush gardens adorned with museum-quality sculptures, or heading straight to the pool to tan with a custom cocktail.  If you're bringing little ones, they can spend the day at the JadeWaters Resort Pool Complex, which spans three acres and includes a kids splash and play area, lazy river and two 180-foot slides. (A favorite—and convenient—part of JadeWaters is that there's also an area that includes a swim-up bar and luxury cabanas so that every guest can decide how they'd like to spend their stay.) Ready to set an out-of-office m

Sure, you can shop til you drop at New York’s iconic department stores and trendy boutiques, but who wants to go through the process of wearing in a crunchy brand new leather jacket when you can find a soft one with much cooler patches on it? Like the city’s flea markets, vintage stores and consignment shops, the best thrift stores in New York offer great deals and the potential for amazing, unexpected discoveries. Plus, shopping at a thrift store avoids the fast fashion pipeline, because it's always better to reduce, reuse and recycle!  You never know what you’ll find when you browse the aisles at these NYC thrift stores. You might score some gently-used Manolo Blahniks for a tenner, stumble on the perfect mid-mod coffee table or find the old band T-shirt you didn’t know you needed. We've all spent a few washes trying to get a shirt to soften up, and thrifting almost always ensures well worn in fabrics. Some thrift stores focus on a limited range of items, while anything goes at others. Many also offer buy-sell-trade options. Whatever you find, you know you’ll be giving new life to someone else’s castoffs. RECOMMENDED: Full guide to shopping in NYC

Sightseeing in New York is a favorite pastime of tourists—and what goes hand in hand with taking in the sights? Shopping. With so much to see and do in Times Square, you’ll want to make time to stop by Tamashii Nations' newly opened U.S. flagship store right beside the Time Square American Flag and right underneath the Netflix Billboard—you can’t miss it! Take a peek in the window and you'll see full scale statues of some of your favorite characters, which is sure to entice you to want to take a step inside. “Tamashii” translates to “soul” or “spirit” which is what the brand infuses into each figure they make. Inside the impressive, large-scale space, you’ll get the chance to see in-store only exclusives and browse new products.  As a premium collectibles brand under Bandai Namco, Tamashii Nations brings characters from iconic anime, tokusatsu and pop culture franchises to life through meticulously designed figures known for their dynamic sculpting and advanced features. Enjoy the thoughtfully curated store and lookout for how to participate in upcoming events where you can take photos with your favorite costumed characters (like Pac-Man) and receive special access to collaborative items with an in-store purchase. The new Tamashii Nations store is bringing the best of Japan’s collectibles to Midtown. Within every corner of the space you’re sure to see a new figure to commemorate your trip to the city. Here are five reasons why you should beeline to the new Tamashii Nations st

They say a deli is only as good as its reputation, but what if that reputation is built on something a little more sinister? In Hulu’s new binge-worthy comedy Deli Boys, the Dar brothers must contend with the shocking truth about their late father: not only was he the proud mogul of ABC Deli, but he also ran a secret criminal empire. Now, they’ve inherited both his deli and his criminal ties. What could go wrong? Well, with a whopping 96% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes, it seems that things are going right for this comedy gem. The critical love is also being shown for series’ stars Asif Ali and Saagar Shaikh, who play Mir and Raj Dar, respectively. Their chemistry is a huge part of the show’s comic (and soft-at-the-center) sensibility. Photograph by Aiden McDougall To celebrate the show’s premiere, Hulu brought the underground world of Deli Boys to life with The Traveling Deli, a pop-up experience that resembled a fully lived-in space, complete with flickering neon lights, cracked tile floors and questionably-filled pickle jars. Stepping inside, we found chaos and criminal antics alongside exclusive merch, specialty drinks and a snack menu that probably raised a few eyebrows (in a good way). The Deli Boys tour kicked off with stops in New York City’s Union Square and outside Madison Square Garden, where the Knicks were playing the 76ers—a perfect setting since the show is set in Philly. The tour next hit Austin, TX, landing on Congress Ave to add energy and excitement to SXSW. Th

Every Chicagoan knows that St. Patrick’s Day isn’t just a regular holiday—it’s a no-holds-barred annual spectacle. The streets are alive with people, the drinks are flowing and the Chicago River gleams a shocking shade of green. This year, St. Patrick’s Day is going to reach another level of chaos and fun (I know, we didn’t think it was possible). To celebrate St. Paddy's Day, Green River Whiskey is bringing the city’s most unpredictable game show to life. In the weeks leading up to the holiday, secret pop-ups will take over some of our favorite spots across the city. Each venue will transform into a high-stakes, 1970s-style game show where you'll have a chance to play classic games with a chaotic twist, giving you a shot at glory and a ticket to the epic grand finale on March 14. The catch? You won’t know when or where these pop-ups will strike. Your only chance to get this top secret information and attend the final event is to RSVP now and unlock the details. Here’s why this is a must-add to your St. Patrick's Day weekend itinerary. Green River Whiskey is turning up the fun Photo courtesy of Green River Whiskey This year, Green River Whiskey is cranking up the chaos and reminding Chicago of one crucial rule: Don’t drink the Green River—drink Green River. How? By bringing a high-stakes, 1970s-style game show to life. In the weeks leading up to St. Patrick’s Day, secret pop-ups will take over some of our favorite spots across the city, turning them into wild, no-holds-barr

A night out in New York City is always a magical experience, but the evening can take an even more enchanting turn thanks to Steve Cohen, the world-renowned magician and mentalist behind Manhattan’s long-running Chamber Magic show.  For more than two decades, Cohen has been hosting the dazzling weekly live show, with two intimate seatings (7pm and 9:30pm) every Friday and Saturday performed in an elegant salon in the legendary Lotte New York Palace hotel. It’s a spellbinding mix of conjuring, mind-reading, sleight of hand and other up-close wonders, like his famed Think-a-Drink ruse. (Cohen asks audience members to name their favorite drinks and then magically pours each beverage one after the other from a single tea kettle. No, we have no idea how he does it either!) If you’re looking for something more unique than a traditional Broadway show and more elevated than a stand-up comedy routine—but no less entertaining—Chamber Magic is just the experience for you. And if that isn’t enough to convince you to snag a ticket to the mystifying performance, here are five reasons why Steve Cohen’s Chamber Magic is one of New York's best-kept secrets and must-see theatrical events. 1. Chamber Magic has been captivating attendees for 25 years Photo provided by Clay Patrick McBride New York City is a famously changeful city, with shows opening and closing every other day, so for any production to have the longevity and legacy that Chamber Magic has had for two-plus-decades is quite a fe

If you're one of the millions of people who follow Ilona Maher on TikTok, you know: Rugby is having a moment. The nonstop pace and intimate access to players has attracted a global audience, and now, Angelenos have a chance to experience that thrill in their own backyard. Beginning on February 15 at UCLA's Wallis Annenberg Stadium, L.A.'s very own Major League Rugby team returns. Tucked in the heart of Westwood, each game brings together the high-impact action of the sport with the sun-soaked energy that defines the city. World Rugby is an international movement with more than 500 million fans and eight million players around the world. In the US, Major League Rugby is one of the fastest-growing professional sports leagues, so now is the perfect time to experience everything the game has to offer. There are no pads, no helmets and less stoppages—which makes rugby the perfect way to spend a Saturday for students, young adults and families alike. Picture high-speed plays, vibrant crowds and thrilling entertainment throughout. If you’re looking for your next favorite sporting event, this is it. Here’s why you won’t want to miss a RFCLA match in 2025. L.A.’s sports scene just got even better UCLA has been home to some of the world's most famous athletes: Jackie Robinson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Arthur Ashe, to name only a few. This month, that legacy is set to grow even bigger. As the newest team to grace the hills of Westwood, RFCLA brings something fresh, fast and absolutely th

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It’s a New Year, which means it’s time to hit reset and decide on a few resolutions for 2025. Maybe this is the year you finally launch your own business, reach a new income goal or cross a few more destinations off that ever-growing travel bucket list. But what if you could do all of that at the same time? Meet Fora, the modern travel agency helping people turn their travel passion into a thriving business.  Perhaps you’re the friend with a Google Maps that looks like a treasure map, dotted with the best boutique hotels or resorts that cater to every family member's preferences and interests. Or maybe your remote job has taken you from snow-capped mountains to crystal-clear seaside resorts, leaving your friends perpetually texting and inquiring where you are now. Now, you can turn that globetrotting expertise into unforgettable trips for clients—whether it’s designing an action packed adventure safari in Kenya or curating a wine tour in France for aspiring sommeliers.  Best of all, you don’t have to navigate the time-consuming (and expensive) process of starting a travel agency from scratch. Fora provides everything you need to get started, including training and VIP perks and amenities at over 125k hotels. Plus, you’ll join a vibrant community of other explorers, ensuring you’re never navigating the industry alone.  Eager to learn more? Here are five reasons to enter the New Year on your own terms as a Fora Advisor. Whether you’re passionate about travel and want to help pl

With Broadway about to be blitzed by [Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical,] the feel-good musical tale of a top-secret mission that changed the course of WWII, it seems fitting to reveal a few secrets about the hilarious and best-reviewed show in West End history.  How did a dead body, a fake love letter and the creator of 007 come together to catfish Hitler? And how did a brilliant, endlessly inventive troupe of actors take their insanely joyful show from London’s fringe to conquer the West End, winning the 2024 Olivier Award for Best New Musical? We’ve got all the answers! The year is 1943 and the Allies are losing the war. Between cigars and tumblers of single malt, a few well-meaning, occasionally inept British intelligence operatives—with the approval of Winston Churchill—are about to gamble the world’s future on a stolen corpse. Whether it’s the inspired performers or their countless characters, you’re bound to cheer on these underdogs as they gleefully trample across class, gender and nationality, skewering privilege, bureaucracy and jingoism to save the day for democracy. Since this British invasion of Broadway hinges on classified information, here are a few strictly confidential facts about Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical, for your eyes only. The story is incredibly true  Photo courtesy of Matt Crockett   Seriously, when someone says, “You can’t make this stuff up,” this is what they mean. It’s a real-life spy caper so sensational that it inspired three books an

いまや美容の新しいバイブルといえるTikTok。毎日のように無数のビューティーアイテムが紹介されている中、Z世代が気づかせてくれるのは、輝くためになにも高級コスメに大金をつぎ込む必要はないということだ。 アメリカの若い美容好きTikTokユーザーたちが目指すのは、「CVS」「Rite-Aid」「Walgreens」といった、どこにでもありそうなドラッグストア。プラスチックのチューブやパッケージに収まり棚に並ぶのは、実力を備えた驚くほど効果的かつ手頃な商品の数々だ。スーパーヒーローがみんなマントを着けているわけないということだろう。 ハイライトに使えるバームや、うたい文句通りの効果を発揮するマスカラなどのアイテムは、単に手頃な価格というだけではなく、すでに「定番」と呼ぶにふさわしい。付け爪も完全なるカムバックを果たし、「ヴァセリン」に至っては「スラッギング」の主成分として脚光を浴び、突如として「イケてる」存在になった。 この世代の美容通たちは、もはや無駄な演出には目もくれない。彼らの実利的かつ率直な目線アプローチが、かつての名品を現代によみがえらせ、革新的かつ意外なかたちで使用方法も再構築されている。 新たなるフロンティア、アメリカのドラッグストアのビューティーアイテム売り場のおすすめを紹介しよう。 1. アクアフォー ヒーリングオイントメント あなたの祖母は当然知っている商品だ。きっと、まだ幼いあなたのいとこも使っているだろう。Z世代は、そんな幅広い層に使われている素朴なスキンケアバームを、まるで別物であるかのように、洗練されたアイテムへと変貌させた。 この「アクアフォー」は、スキンケアの仕上げとして、あるいはスラッギングと呼ばれる就寝中の保湿マスクとしてたっぷり塗れば、肌に潤いを閉じ込めるしっとりとしたバリアのような役割を果たす。さらに、チークボーンにハイライトとして少量を、もしくは眉用ジェルとして、さらにはまぶたにそっと乗せれば、ファッション誌で見られるような艶やかな雰囲気が出せるという。 多用途ながら、価格は1杯のスムージー以下。文字通り「非の打ちどころなし」である。2. メイベリン ラッシュセンセーショナル スカイハイ マスカラTikTokのメイクアップ界にもし「象徴的な顔ぶれ」があるとすれば、本製品はその中心的存在。まつげを驚くほど長く見せ、上向きにしっかり持ち上げる効果で高く評価されている。まるでつけまつげのような華やかな仕上がりを数回の塗りで実現する、まさにドラッグストアで買える名品だ。ブラシはしなやかで、重ねてもきれいに仕上がり、通学や授業をこなし、元恋人の新しい恋を知って涙した一日の終わりでも、にじみや粉落ちが起こらないのが特徴。その人気に確かな理由が伴いながらも、多くの人の欲しいものリストに並ぶ高価なコスメとは違って店頭に在庫があり、送料もかからないという現実的な魅力もある。 3. キス インプレス プレスオンマニキュアわざわざネイルサロンで安くない料金と数時間を費やす必要は、もはやない。わずか5分でサロン級の仕上がりを自宅で実現できる時代が到来したのだ。ここに、かつては脇役に過ぎなかったプレスオンネイルチップの復活を、誇りとともに宣言したい。 「キス」のインプレスシリーズには接着剤が付いており、形状も完璧。色彩、長さ、輝きの組み合わせは無限で、コケットコアからグレイズドドーナツクロームまで、あらゆる美意識を形にしてくれる。「アイス抹茶」を数杯飲んでも、グループチャットで連打しても、さらには何晩か続くにぎやかなナイトアウトにも

At this point, we all know that no one takes skin as seriously as they do in Korea. The land of dewy, glassy, impossibly bouncy complexions has long been setting the global beauty standard, and now the rest of us are catching on—and catching up. But here’s the good news: you don’t need a trip to Seoul or a 20-step routine to tap into the K-beauty magic. In fact, some of the best (and most effective) techniques are surprisingly simple and 100% doable in your very own bathroom. K-beauty isn’t just about products—it’s a philosophy. It’s less about covering things up and more about creating healthy, radiant skin that doesn’t need a filter. It’s about rituals, textures and treating your skin like it deserves a Michelin star. Plus, the techniques are often way more affordable (and soothing) than their Western counterparts. Think at-home steamers instead of $200 spa facials, or a gentle double cleanse that makes makeup wipes look like sandpaper. Whether you're a total K-beauty newbie or just looking to upgrade your skincare game, we’ve rounded up ten tried-and-true techniques straight from South Korea that’ll have you glowing brighter than a K-pop comeback stage. Grab your headband and let’s get steamy. 1. Double cleansing This is the golden rule of K-beauty—and once you try it, there’s no going back. Double cleansing means starting with an oil-based cleanser to melt away makeup, SPF and excess sebum, followed by a water-based cleanser to wash away sweat, dirt and the day’s drama. I

5 drugstore beauty staples Gen Z is obsessed with (and you can grab nationwide) Don't worry—we've done the TikToking for you, so you can head straight to your local drugstore. Listen, not all heroes wear capes. Some come in plastic tubes and sit quietly on the shelves of your local CVS, Rite-Aid or Walgreens. Gen Z has officially made it clear that you don’t need to drop $60 at Sephora to glow like you were born under a ring light. TikTok has become the new beauty bible, and its disciples are heading straight to the drugstore aisles to scoop up surprisingly effective, budget-friendly finds that seriously deliver. From balms that double as highlighter to mascaras that actually do what they promise, these products aren’t just affordable—they’re iconic. This generation of beauty experts aren’t here for fluff, and their no-nonsense approach to beauty means they’re reviving classics and reimagining their use in innovative and unexpected ways. Press-on nails are having a full-blown comeback. Vaseline is suddenly... sexy (and the key ingredient in slugging). The drugstore beauty aisle is the new frontier, and it’s stacked with heavy hitters. So, whether you’re a beauty minimalist, a budgeting college student or just love a good dupe, here are five tried-and-true beauty MVPs that Gen Z is currently gatekeeping (but we’re spilling the tea anyway). 1. Aquaphor Healing Ointment Your grandma knew. Your baby cousin probably has some on right now. And Gen Z? They’ve taken this humble heali

Self-care has officially evolved. Gone are the days when a face mask and a glass of wine counted as peak relaxation (not that we’re knocking it). In 2025, spa culture is less about luxury and more about healing from within. Think nervous system regulation, full-body renewal and treatments that feel like therapy with extra steam. This year’s spa trends are deeply rooted in intentional self-care. They’re not just about looking good—they’re about feeling whole. As the lines between wellness, beauty and mental health continue to blur for the best, spas are stepping up to offer experiences that soothe stress, calm the mind and reset your entire vibe. And honestly? We’re here for it. So if your idea of unwinding involves more than just a jade roller and a deep breath, here are five of the most buzzworthy spa treatments trending in 2025—all designed to leave you soft and centered. 1. Mindful facial massages Facials are getting a major emotional upgrade. The new wave of facial massages isn’t just about lymphatic drainage or lifting cheekbones—it’s about tuning in and slowing down. Spa therapists are now blending breathwork, acupressure and even guided meditation into their facial routines. The result? A deeply grounding experience that calms the nervous system while sculpting your jawline. Expect gentle stretching, warm towels and lots of intentional touch. Basically, it’s like yoga… for your face. 2. Full-body exfoliation with a twist We’re not just sloughing off dead skin anymore—w