36 Hours In Union Square

By: Erika Michaca

New York City a city that is known worldwide, but when you hear New York what mainly comes to mind is Times Square, Statue of Liberty, Grand Central. Which are all wonderful places to see when in the city, but New York is much more then that. New York has so much to offer considering its wide diversity among its people and places to go and see. Places such as Union Square. Union Square is located in lower Manhattan. Accessible by the trains N,Q,W,R,4,5,6,L, There’s a variety of things to do such as shopping ,taking a nice walk in the park, and also enjoy fine dining.

Friday

1) 2:30pm Shopping
There are many places around union square for one to shop. Stores that are available are such as American Eagle Studio, Reebok, Dr.Martens. Also on 5th ave and E17th st you can also find store such as J.Crew Zara, Lululemon and much more.

Photot Credit:Erika Michaca

2) 8:00pm Dinner at Irvington

Irvington located at the heart of Union Square offers a variety of food from Mediterranean influence American dishes to handmade pasta, rotisserie meats, and pizzas are cooked in a brick oven.

Photot Credit: Erika Michaca

Saturday

3) 8:00am Breads Bakery

Start your morning right by walking down to Breads Bakery where you can find one of New York City’s best Chocolate Babka, baked fresh every day. Babka is a Jewish yeast bread that is filled with chocolate which is then twisted and baked. But if your not in the mood for babka, Breads bakery has many other options for you such as different types of Challah bread, Burke’s, and fruit salads. One Babka is $14.95 or you can buy two for $24.50.

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

4)  9:30 Flatiron Building 

The FLatiron Building is iconic to New York City built in 1902 by a Chicago architect named Daniel Burnham. It is a triangular building, was made specifically in a way to fill the edge shaped property in which it stands today. The building itself was made known mainly by the public since it was amusing to see how dramatic it appeared, attracting many photographers and artists alike.

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

5) 10:30am Chole’s Soft Serve

Walking back to 25 E 17 st you can find Chole’s Soft Serve Fruit Co. This is a small shop in which there fruit pops are made with just three simple ingredients, fruit, water, and cane sugar. With no additives, no stabilizers and it being non artificial. It’s a great frozen treat. A soft serve with topping will cost you $5.50, and a popsicle would be $3.00. They also offer smoothies that would range from $6.25-$7.25.

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

6) 11:00am Union Square Park

When you buy your soft serve take a stroll in Union Square Park. It’s a nice little park at the heart of Union Square. Pass by the Greenmarket that is open year-round. Started in 1976 since then the market has grown to having around 140 regional farmers, bakers, and fishers, that come to sell there product to the public. And if by any chance you are around here during the holiday season the park plays hosted to a vibrant Holiday Market, this market is up from November 21- December 24.

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

7) 6:30pm Dinner at Casa Mono

A great place for dinner is Casa Mono, a Spanish restaurant inspired mainly from Spains Costa Brava. Casa Mono has earned a Michelin Star back in 2009 and has been earning a star every year since. A small restaurant that comfortably holds 13 tables and 15 bar seats. It is also next door neighbors with its sister restaurant Bar Jamón, together having a selection of nearly 600 wines, recognized by many Wine Enthusiast and Wine Spectators. The amazing aspect of this restaurant is that they are committed to be as environmentally conscious as possible, doing everything that they can to preserve the environment.

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

Sunday 

8) 11:00 am Brunch at Lillies Victorian Establishment 

Go back in time and end the weekend with brunch at Lillies Victorian Establishment. This establishment was created to honor the late British actress Lillie Langtry. This restaurant comes with influences from Northern Ireland and England. Walking into the restaurant you feel like you are being taken back into time, since what you will see is wooden carvings, and antiques that have been stored from a 1800’s ballroom from Northern Ireland. They have what they describe an electric but yet traditional menu. With the option of over fifty imported beers, and also provide a fine selection of wines and whiskeys.

Photo Credit: Erika Michaca

Lodging 

There are various lodging options by Union square such as W New York- Union Square. With rooms that range $200-$400 a night. There is also the option of an indoor lodging at Seafarers & International House. With rooms ranging from $86-$150 a night.

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36 Hours In Manhattan 

By: Ashley Corona 

December 10, 2019

Take a trip to the city that never sleeps, New York City. Whether you are taking a trip to visit family, on a business trip, or on a vacation. You will never get bored, there are many different activities to choose from. 



1. Friday 3 p.m. The MET 

New York has many places that you can explore. While visiting, visitors should take a trip to visit the many wonderful museums New York has to offer. Museums like the American Museum of Natural History, The Museum of Modern Art, the 9/11 Memorial, El Museo del Barrio and many others. One museum in particular that tourist should go visit is The Metropolitan Museum of Art (also known as The MET) which is located in Fifth avenue. The MET is a museum where you can see many wonderful art pieces. The MET is great for everybody, they have activities for kids and families, teens, couples, groups and for those who want to come alone they also have  audio guides, which is not limited to people who come alone.

2. William Greenberg Desserts 6:00 p.m. 

Stop by William Greenberg Desserts for a sweet treat. Just a  2-3 minute walk from The MET. Walk into this shop and instantly get hit with the smell of warm cookies coming out of the oven. Many delicious treats to choose from like brownies, cupcakes, fruit tarts, pies, cakes and so much more but by far the best thing you can try is their amazing black and white cookies, which is what they are mostly known for. It’s a small shop that can get crowded depending on the day and the time.

3. Junior’s Restaurant & Bakery 7:30 p.m. 

For dinner come and take a seat at Junior’s Restaurant & Bakery which is famously known for their cheesecake. Depending on the time of the year Junior’s has special flavors that will go with the season. Junior’s was started off as a restaurant that was opened in 1950. They have a variety of things to choose from,  whatever you do end up getting you can not leave without having any dessert, a slice of their famous cheesecake.

Saturday

4. Breakfast at the Times Square Diner and Grill 9 a.m, 

Before going on another full day of exploring take a moment to go get a bite. At the Times Square diner and grill you will be  pleased at the options that they have to offer.

5.Take a trip to central park 11 a.m. 

After grabbing a quick bite to eat make your way to Central Park. Central Park has been a very well known tourist attraction. The scenery that can be seen from Central Park makes visitors take many pictures that can be posted onto their social media platforms. You can also see iconic areas of the park in where they filmed certain movies, movies like Home Alone: Lost In New York.

6. Dear Evan Hansen 2 p.m. 

New York is well known for the amazing broadway shows they have. Amazing shows like Hamilton, Beetlejuice, Come From Away, The Lion King, Aladdin, and many more. A must see show while visiting New York would be Dear Evan Hansen. The show deals with a kid who suffers from social anxiety disorder and wants to make a connection with his fellow classmates. The show does talk about the serious topic of suicide, therefore those who are easily triggered by the topic should avoid watching the show.

7. Times Square 5 p.m. 

When people think of New York they automatically think of Times Square, millions of people from all over the world come to visit Times Square. When walking in Times Square you see the vibrant lights that brighten up the city whether it’d be during daylight hours or in the night. Shop around the many different stores that you can see while walking through Times Square, shop brands like Disney, Sephora, H&M, Forever 21,Old Navy, Gap, and many more.

8. Shake Shack 8 p.m. 

After all that walking and shopping it is time to eat. Whats better then getting a burger, fries and a shake. Sink your teeth into a good quality burger that tastes really good and is inexpensive. Shake shack is a great place to go because it has a variety of options,  so if you do not want a burger you can get a chicken sandwich or for those who are vegetarian can get a veggie shack a vegetarian burger.

Sunday

9. Jake’s @ The Knick 8:30 a.m. 

Take a seat at Jake’s located at The Knickerbocker hotel. Jake’s is small coffee shop that people can go to for a quick pick me up. You can buy something quickly if you are on the go or you can order and take a seat in the shop and take your time to enjoy breakfast with a hot cup of coffee.

10. Rockefeller Center 9:30 a.m. 

After eating some breakfast take a walk to Rockefeller Center. A very well known attraction, especially during the holidays where you can ice skate and take stunning pictures of the tree and all the lights. Visitors can walk around and look at all the different stores or can simply go for the aesthetically pleasing view. Even if you do not come during the holidays Rockefeller Center is a great place to see all year round.

Lodging 

The best hotel that someone can stay at in this area is The Knickerbocker Hotel which is located in 6 Times Square, New York, NY 10036. This is a great hotel to stay at because the room prices are fair, which also varies on the season. They make sure that your stay in New York is excellent.

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By Yanice Lewis

Published Dec. 10, 2019

New York is the home to constant lights, being known as the city that never sleeps and the place you can travel to no matter the season. There’s always something to do.

Brooklyn Bridge Park

Brooklyn Bridge Park can be seen as a very  important historical location. This park was a place during the 1600’s where immigrants would migrate to. All trade from different countries happened here. As well as were soldiers would sail out for war. Also during the time  George Washington was president and had a lot of impact on what happened throughout the bridge during that time.

Photo cred; Yanice Lewis

Photo cred; Yanice Lewis

Friday

1) 11 a.m Brunch River Cafe

River cafe is a restaurant located in Brooklyn Bridge Park. This restaurant was founded in 1977, by Michael O’Keef. O’keef also owns The Water Club in Manhattan. River cafe gives off a very romantic setting, especially since the area in general has a resemblance to the streets of France (the city of love). The meals they serve such as the Bay Scallop Ceviche, has chilled on the half shell with sea beans, tomato, coriander. This restaurant has fixed prices of $72 and is a decorum formal restaurant. Men must come in a Suit-jacket when eating dinner.

Photo cred; Yanice Lewis

Friday

2) 3:30 p.m Barclays Center

Barclays Center is a multi-purpose arena, located in Brooklyn, New York. The arena is home to the Brooklyn Nets of the National Basketball Association and The New York Islanders of the National Hockey League. The arena opened on September 21, 2012 and has a capacity of 19,000. The average ticket price for Brooklyn Nets games may vary at about $156.88.

Atlantic Terminal Mall

Photo cred. Yanice Lewis

Friday

3) 6pm shopping at Atlantic Terminal mall

Atlantic Terminal Mall is a shopping center for the public and is located in Brooklyn, New York, directly across the street from The Barclay Center. This mall contains 35 stores, 5 floors, and provides a public transportation access. You can take the Q,R,N,1,2,3, trains, etc. As an alternative, you can take buses like B41 and B52 . Atlantic Terminal Malls main attractions are Victoria’s Secret, Target, Buffalo Wild Wings, Burlington Coat Factory, Cold Stone, and many retail stores and bites to eat.

Photo cred; Yanice Lewis

Saturday

4) 12  p.m Ice skating

Prospect Park is a great place for tourist to visit Prospect Park is located in what’s considered “the heart” of Brooklyn. “Landscape architects Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux envisioned Brooklyn’s Prospect Park as a pastoral refuge in the midst of a rapidly urbanizing city. “This park was then renovated and restored in 1987 when it went through a long period of decline. It was also very critical to restore this park in order to have somewhere strictly green, allow people from the community to be a part of it and allow tourists to visit. Prospect park has a zoo as well. The fee for adults is $9.25 per adult, for children the fee is $6.25, and for senior citizens the price may vary at about $7.25. This park also has a wonderful ice skating rink that is opened once the fall season starts. Admission for adults is $7.50 to $11 and children are the same price including a $8 skate rental. This would also be a great place for tourists to visit. You can also get here via the B41,B or Q train, and shuttle train service.

5) 4pm sweets at Jacques Torres Ice cream shop

Located 66 Water St. you’ll find an Italian based desert space. It owned by a award-winning pastry chef and the location offers cookies, hot chocolate, chocolate covered bars, brittle, and many more sweet treats offered. Prices also range from $8- $125 and higher.

Photo cred; Yanice Lewis

Sunday

6) 8 am Brooklyn Roasting Company

Located 25 Jay street, Brooklyn Roasting Company was opened in 2009. It was actually one of the first coffee houses that was opened in New York. This coffee house is amazing to go to not only to understand the historic background of coffee history and how coffee is roasted rather then to get you’re coffee already grounded. You can see it be roasted you can also choose the type of coffee beans that you want which comes from places such as Columbia, Rwanda, Kenya, and other countries. This company also practices fair trade as well.

7) 1 P.m Grimaldi’s Pizzeria

Last stop of the day is Located in the Brooklyn Waterfront this location one of the top known pizzeria’s in New York. It is very famous and very popular as well.  It can found directly under the bridge and prices for the pizza range from $14- $18. The Pizzeria was known as the best pizza in Brooklyn. Many travelers and tourist wait in line for pizza like this.

Lodging

One Hotel is located in the “ heart “ of Brooklyn Bridge. This fine hotel attracts many people from many places such as China, Australia, Canada, France, Korea, and Japan. There are various Airbnb’s located within walking distance of The One Hotel. The prices range from $450 to $4,000 per night, depending on the suite.

Sources

https://www.tripsavvy.com/grimaldis-pizza-brooklyn-442379 (Freudenheim, E Jan.1,2019)

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https://www.brooklynroasting.com/

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36 Hours in Queens, New York

By: Anahi Rodriguez

Founded in 1683, Queens is the nation’s fourth most populous and the most ethnically diverse urban area in the world. Queens is made up of cultures ranging from American, Hispanic, Greek, Asian and so much more, which makes it very unique. Despite its large size and cultural attributes, as travelers make their way to New York they quickly overflow Manhattan for it’s bright buildings and crowded streets, Queens remains nearly untouched. With it being so big, there are a variety of things to do and try, such as diverse cuisines and iconic attractions.

Friday

1. 2:30pm. Explore Main Street, Flushing

Street view of Roosevelt Ave and MainStreet Photo Credit: Anahi

As you exit the Flushing-Main Street train station, after sitting in the 7 train for about 20 minutes, the sound of Asian dialects increases. Main Street is surrounded by local vendors, stores, food and noise. In terms of food options, it’s practically endless here. Some of the best Pork Buns are just a two minute walk, located in The Good Fortune Supermarket. You can get three freshly made pork buns for $2.00 from Dumpling Galaxy. The market not only has Pork Buns but has bowls of Pho, Dumplings, Ramen, Sushi and more. There are also more food markets that offer much more food such as The New York Food Court and The Food Hall at Queens Crossing Then, about a five minute walk you end up at The Shops at Sky view Center, which has stores ranging from Target to Bed Bath & Beyond, in case you are in need of any important essentials. Aside from the mall, Main Street is surrounded by stores like Macy’s, Footlocker, Rainbow and Modell’s.

2. 4:30pm Flushing Meadow Park

Citi field Stadium from Flushing Meadows Park Photo Credit: Anahi

Just a 10 minute walk from Main Street, you reach one end of the Flushing Meadows Park, which is the fourth largest public park in New York City. This park holds the iconic Unisphere, which was initially built because the park was supposed to be a Disney amusement park. The park also has the Shea Stadium, Queens Zoo (Adults $8, Seniors $6, Children from ages 3-12 are $5 and Children under 3 years old enter free), New York Hall of Science (Adults $16, Seniors $13, Children $13), the Botanical Garden (Adults $23-$28, Seniors $20-$25 and Children $10-$12), tennis courts and a small golf course (Adults $18.75-$21, Seniors $12-$13 and Children $7-$8, for club rentals $2 each and 3 packs of balls for $6).

3. 5:30pm. Sing your heart out

Outside of K-show Karaoke place Photo Credit: Anahi

K-Show is a karaoke place that offers a private room for you and your group to sing along to a wide range of songs. The prices range depending on the size of the room that you want to rent out. For a small room $38, Medium $58, Large $78, VIP $98 and VVIP $138, they all include one or more food item. Aside from the free food item, you can order small food portions and drinks that you can enjoy as you watch your friends and family sing.

4. 7:00pm. Xiang Hot Pot

Located in the New World Mall, this hot pot restaurant has been serving high quality food since 2003. Some of the classic food items are sliced beef, pork, chicken, seafood, dumplings,tofu, mushrooms, eggs and more. For a two pot combo it cost $20 and the price increases depending on them more meats and spices you order.

5. 9:00pm. Never too late for Bubble Tea

Coco Bubble Tea Photo Credit: Anahi

Flushing is surround by various of bubble tea shops but this one in particular always has a line. After eating a lovely meal and as your heading back to your hotel, you can stop by Coco to order some bubble tea that range from$5-$10 depending on what you order.

Saturday

6. 10:00am. Astoria Park

A great way to kick start your morning is simply walk around Astoria park and enjoy the tall green trees, the sound of birds chirping, the sound of the waves crashing on the rocks and looking out to the view of Manhattan. If your feeling more in the active spirit, you can go on a jog/run around the track, play soccer on the newly developed soccer filed or walk around the outer area of the track and try out the exercise equipment. No matter what you do, you will enjoy the scenery and openness that Astoria Park has to offer.

7. 12:00pm. Time for Lunch

Crescent Kitchen diner Photo Credit: Anahi

After enjoying a wonderful walk around Astoria Park, head towards Crescent Street to eat at the iconic Crescent Kitchen for lunch. This mini diner offers various types of diner foods that anyone can enjoy for reasonable prices. For instance, the burgers served with fries, coleslaw and pickles is only about $5-$10. Their signature Philly Cheese Steak with sliced steak, melted mozzarella cheese and rich caramelized onions in only $7

8. 2:00pm. Chip

Chip, cookie shop Photo Credit: Anahi

Chip offers some of the softest and most delicious cookies that keeps you wanting more, which explains why they constantly have a long line that can wrap around the corner! You can enjoy a variety of cookies ranging from chocolate chip, white chocolate with raisins, funfetti and more but some flavors are only available on specific days so visit https://www.chipnewyorkcity.com/ to make sure you go on a day that offers your favorite flavor. The cookies can range from $3 to $4. Chip also sells some warm delicious drinks such as coffee and hot chocolate.

9. 3:30pm. Steinway

Steinway Photo Credit: Anahi

In the mood for more shopping? Steinway is the place to go. As you walk down the long streets of Steinway, you can stumble upon stores you know and may not know. There are stores that range from Footlocker, antique shops, pet stores, Gap, Express, Bath and Body Works, Payless and much more. You will find yourself going into every store and finding something new in each one of them. Aside from the clothing shops, Steinway also has shops that offer a wide range of food options such as pizza, sandwiches, chicken, bagels, Hispanic food and many more. Walking around Steinway is also very relaxing and entertaining.

10. 6:00pm. Gyro World

Gyro World Photo Credit: Anahi

After you have done all that walking and shopping through Steinway, you can make a stop at Gyro World. Gyro World offers some of the best Gyros you can find in New York City, you will never find this shop empty or not upbeat. The welcoming employees make you feel right at home and are willing to always help if you have any question or concerned about the food. The delicious gyros, range from $6-$10. The gyros are reasonable prices and are a pretty decent price. The rich and yummy spices that seep through, are to die for.

11. 8:30pm. Viva Viva

What a long and eventful day, it’s time to wind down and enjoy the company of friends and family, Viva Viva is a newly opened but popular taqueria cantina (taco place). This cantina has such a lively ambiance that brings everyone together. If you don’t want or are not at the legal age to drink, you can enjoy their non alcoholic beverages that are all infused by fruits of your liking, which makes them very yummy. For the alcoholic drinks, there are a range of cocktails, sangrias, margaritas and wines. Overall, the drinks range from $8 to $15. Then food wise, the cantina offers delicious tacos with roasted pork and pineapple, grilled steak, fish and chicken that range from $3.74 to $4 each.

Sunday

12. 10:00pm. Socrates Sculpture Park

Socrates Sculpture Park Photo Credit: Anahi

As you walk through the park, you feel the cool breeze from the river. People are laying on the grass, walking their dogs or dancing to music. There’s various of art pieces scattered around the park. Socrates Sculpture Park offers land for local artist to display their artwork. The art pieces range in size, color and meaning. Sometimes there are some art pieces that can seem kinda funny or odd but once you actually analyze them and read the description, you realize the deeper meaning of each sculpture.

13. 12:20pm. MoMA PS1

While in the spirit of looking and critically analyzing art, you can make your way to the MoMA. This art museum has various exhibitions that has colorful, dark, odd, fascinating art pieces that you can find just anywhere. The MoMA really creates a space for true artist to showcase their unique artistic expressions. The MoMA also has different events and festivals that are open to the public but cost $10 for adults and $5 for children and seniors. This art museum is very intriguing and such a hotspot for tourist and locals.

Lodging

1. The Z New York City Hotel is located in 11-01 43rd Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101. This hotel has a very simplistic and elegant feel through its white, black, red color scheme. This hotel has a large lobby that has a sitting area that consists of leather couches and has a rustic vibe. This hotel offers free breakfast and a spa. A typical night this hotel with a queen bed cost about $330 and for king sized bed, it costs about $395.
2. The Collective Paper Factory is located 37-06 36th St, Long Island City, NY 11101. This hotel has pops of color through their decor and structure. The hotel incorporates wood and metals to create a rustic but modern vibe throughout the hotel, A lot of the rooms are really big and has their own color scheme but they seem to sick with darker and neutral colors. This hotel offers a business center and a spa for their guests. Each night, at this hotel with a superior queen bed is about $193 and for a king sized bed, it cost about $202 each night,

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Have you ever wanted to experience a different part of New York City without actually have to go to far? Corona, Queens is the place to go for the different types of food to the different activities that you wouldn’t be able to find anywhere else but here. This is the place to go

Brunch

5pm Friday: Upon arrival besides wanting to go to your hotel first the first thing that would want to be done first is to eat at Corona, Queens has great places to eat. One of the places that should be eaten at is a Azoguenita Bakery & Restaurant. Which sells Ecuatoriana & Colombiana food. The food is really cheap and you can get a full plate of food. They have Breakfast Hamburgers, Rotisserie Chicken,.

First meal of the day

10am Saturday: Breakfast Time! You Can eat at this Ecuadorian restaurant called El Cuencanito.. Also a very cheap place, but does provide a lot of food. There’s so many options. Most breakfast meals cost about 4 to 20 dollars depending on what you want.

New York hall of science

12pm Saturday: Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Which has multiple attractions all in one area and is a very kid friendly place the kids will never get bored and will always have some time to do. One of the attractions that kid friendly and adult friendly and very educational is the New York Hall of science. Tickets range from $13-16. The hours on the weekdays are from 9:30am-5pm and on the weekends it is 10am-6pm. The exhibits that are on display are the Solar Cat, Imaging Women in the space age, Weather the Weather, and the art of the brick.

Lunch time

3pm Saturday: It Wouldn’t be a borough in New York if it didn’t have a pizzeria. It’s only right that lunch time is pizza.  At The Corona pizzeria & Restaurant. It is not expensive. They have everything from Zeppoles, Buffalo Wings, classic cheese pizzas, and even garlic bread with mozzarella and many more.

The lemon ice king

5pm Saturday: Nothing’s wrong with treating yourself with a little treat after being out and about and exploring what is a better place to do that at then at the one and only Lemon Ice king of corona. Its an Icee place with Icee’s that have real fruit inside along with candy apples. They have many many different flavors.

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Shop till you drop
7pm Saturday: You can’t end the night right unless you go shopping at Queens Center Mall. It is the place to be. It has every store you can think of. It stays opening extra late on the weekends 9am-12am. It even has a build a bear workshop for the kids or the adults and I’ve only ever heard of that store in queens center mall so that makes it special.

Zoo animals

3pm Sunday: A Nice little Sunday afternoon at the queens zoo looking at all the Animals. Tickets for adults are 9.95 children 6.95 and seniors are 7.95 and the hours are from 10am to 4:30

Lodging:

The best hotel to stay at while here is the Springhill suites by Marriott. They offer a modern living  wine, beer and tasty snacks, Free breakfast, Free wifi, and a fitness center. The rate for this room is $224 That’s a great rate

Sources:

https://www.hotels.com/search.do?resolved-location=CITY%3A1465580%3AUNKNOWN%3AUNKNOWN&f-bed-type=1&destination-id=1465580&q-destination=Corona,%20New%20York,%20United%20States%20of%20America&q-check-in=2019-12-13&q-check-out=2019-12-15&q-rooms=1&q-room-0-adults=1&q-room-0-children=0&f-hotel-id=421762

https://queenszoo.com/

https://menupages.com/corona-pizzeria-restaurant/51-23-108th-st-corona

https://nysci.org/visit/admission/

JENNIFER JIMENEZ

Many tourist travel to different countries all over the world, to warm places, cold places, but one of those places that most tourist visit would be New York City, NY. NYC is filled with many attractions that catches tourists attention but, NYC has a small town called Little Italy which is located in Lower Manhattan. Little Italy is a very cultural neighborhood where Italians gathered with their family to run many restaurants and making the neighborhood feel like back home in Italy. Also, there’s a lot of good attractions, restaurants, and retail places around it, which you could visit any time of the day.

FRIDAY

4:00PM, Mulberry and Grand

While walking into Little Italy, I’ll recommend to first stop by the boutique, which you could take the 6 train to Canal st. and walk 2 blocks straight. The boutique has very unique clothing that’ll be great for different type of climate, whether is hot or cold, or even if it rain. Also, they sell different type of shades of sunglasses. Some are colorful, some has a simple day look. They even have a big mirror with an amazing lighting. The prices for clothing range from $15 to $30 and the price for sunglasses range from $10 to $15, it is a little expensive but both are made with a great material that’ll last.

6:30pm, Spaghetti Incident Pasta Shop

Before heading to explore the city and you want to grab something quick to eat, stop by the Spaghetti Incident Pasta Shop where is known to have their famous spaghetti in a cone. Spaghetti cone was first invented by an Italian named Emanuele Attala, chef-owner from the West Village Malatesta and Malaparte. During that time, Italy was poor and most of the food was unhealthy food made in paper cones. They were sold at the beach, for parties and just grown-ups hanging out. https://www.villagevoice.com/2015/07/23/get-your-bucatini-and-bolt-spaghetti-incident-serves-pasta-in-a-go-cone/  You could pick your choices for the spaghetti pasta cone but, I’ll recommend the Chitarra ($13.00) which includes homemade mozzarella, basil, and fresh chopped tomato sauce or if you’re into seafood, I’ll recommend Salmone & Asparagi ($13.00) which includes steamed asparagus, capers, chopped fresh salmon, and creamy vodka sauce.

8:00pm, Times Sq.

Nothing is better than seeing the city that doesn’t sleep at night with lights all around you go. In the 19th century, Times Square area used to be a residential and commercial. It was named Times Square in 1904. Today, this area is filled with big stores, tall buildings, characters (Spider Man, Mickey Mouse, etc.) around to take pictures, also is the place known to see the ball drop on New Years Eve, Broadway shows that had become very entertainment, and movie theaters with 4D which is great to see a movie in because it feels like you’re actually in the movie. Just to let you know, the area is great but it’s too expensive. Also, most of the MTA Trains has stops to Time Square like the 1,2,3,7,A,C,E,N,W,Q,R.https://www.britannica.com/topic/Times-Square

Saturday

11:00am, Statue of Liberty

To get to the Statue of Liberty, you could take the 4 or the 6 train. I recommend to buy the tour ticket ($47) because the tour guide will give you all historical facts about the Statue Of Liberty and also you’ll get to visit Ellis Island as well and get a tour guide. You’ll be going on a ferry to make the first stop to the Statue of Liberty. On your way there, you’ll see Jersey City, New Jersey across over the Hudson River on your right and you’ll see where the immigrants were held when they came to New York City in the late 1800s, on your left. When you arrive to the Statue of Liberty, on your left you’ll see the new museum that just opened up that has historical facts about how we got Statue of Liberty and also how it was brought across the ocean to New York City. 

12:00pm, Ellis Island

After seeing the Statue of Liberty, you’ll be brought here, to Ellis Island. Ellis Island is where the immigrants first came to get checked up before actually entering the country. The tour guide will tell you what kind of test they did on the immigrants, who was allow to enter the country, who was not, etc. Ellis Island is a very historical place. After the early 1900s, when U.S Boarder of Protection exsisted, immigrants were no longer in need to go to Ellis Island so the building was closed down and then re open as a museum to show tourist or even residents of New York about the history of how immigrants were able to cross the boarder. Also, they have a small office that has computers for you to look up your ancestors to see if they once had been to Ellis Island as an immigrant.

3:00pm,

Ferrara Bakery & Cafe

On your way back to Little Italy, you should stop by the best place that sells Gelato in New York City. The bakery seems like a professional dine in with really good servers, and assist you if you need anything. They have different kind of Gelatos but if you’re looking for a gelato that has cake over it, i’ll recommend Tri Color. The Gelato is very pricey, a small cup is $6.00 and large cup is $7.50, but it’s worth it.

Sunday

12:00pm, Ristorante IL Cortile

Good afternoon lunch at the best restaurant to dine in in Little Italy. The restaurant had one part with dim lights to make the statues on the wall stand out. Manager Many stated, “We have 4 different parts to dine in, as also we have a private lounge with a bar, we usually get bridal showers here and kids from school come in groups.” I was amazed by this restaurants because it felt like each part of the restaurant had different time of the day. Some part would have dim lights, some would have bright lights, and also have an outside view like if you’re dining outside. Also, the amenities that’s provided makes guest feel comfort, such as having Wifi, mini bars, private bars, music, tablets, etc. The menu presents really good food but the prices range from $25 to $250. 

Lodging

A best hotel around the area and has good fair would be Best Western. Prices could range $200-$500. There’s the B,D,6,J, and Z train near the hotel. When you walk in the hotel, it’s really quiet with dim lights and doesn’t have guest sitting down besides 2 or 3. The hotel is mostly for business as it has a small lobby and not many amenities. The type of amenities it has is Wifi, outside gym, patio on 2nd floor. The kind of service that provides would be room service, business center, free breakfast, a place to store luggage. If you only need a hotel room to sleep in and just going to go out during the whole day, I would recommend this hotel.

References

“Spaghetti Incident: Spaghetti in a Cone.” Horecatrends.com, 7 Dec. 2018, www.horecatrends.com/en/spaghetti-incident-spaghetti-in-a-cone/.

Wallenfeldt, Jeff. Times Square. 18 Oct. 2019, www.britannica.com/topic/Times-Square.

“FERRARA.” Ferrarabakery, www.ferrarabakery.com/.

36 Hours in Lower Manhattan, New York

By Saima Afroz

December 29, 2019

Lower Manhattan is also known as Downtown Manhattan and it is the southernmost part of the island of Manhattan. Also, the main island and center of business and government of the City of New York, which itself originated at the southern tip of Manhattan Island in 1624. It’s also one of the city’s fastest-growing neighborhoods. Millions of dollars have been put into rebuilding and revitalizing Lower Manhattan since Sept. 11, and the area’s population has more than doubled in the last eight years. As one of New York City’s oldest neighborhoods, Lower Manhattan offers an intriguing contrast of sights: soaring skyscrapers and bustling sidewalks paired with winding cobblestone alleys and picturesque parks. The area contains many historical buildings and sites. From City Hall to The Battery, this tour affords a unique window onto Lower Manhattan and offers visitors an overview of some of the most significant historical sites in all of New York.  City.

Friday

1) 10 a.m. Battery Park

 The Battery Park is located at the southern end of Manhattan, framed by Battery Place and State Street. The Park is 25-acre green space. It is neatly designed with monuments, memorials, gardens, sculptures, and a farm-to-table café. Also, waterfront views from the promenade is very gorgeous. You will see a stone monument with an inscription in both Dutch and English, honoring the Dutch colonization of New Amsterdam when you enter the park. The monument was given to New York by the Dutch government in 1926. Moreover, a statue of Italian explorer and navigator Giovanni da Verrazano. He was the first European known to have reached New York Bay in 1524. Verrazano bridge is named after him. Sculptor of Luis Sanguino is a monument, representing immigrants arriving at Castle Clinton. Another memorial honors the 4,611 missing Americans who died during World War II. On each of the pylons are emblazoned the names, rank, organization, and state of each of the soldiers. Finish your tour by a long walk.

2) 1:30 p.m. Fraunces Tavern

 It is located in a wonderful area at the southern end of Manhattan, near Wall Street. The Tavern has both a bar side and a dining area. They also have live music and it’s a great place to go and spend time with friends beforehand as well. You can really good fish and chips for $20, the Impossible burger, the Blackened Salmon sandwich, chicken pot pie and other. The food will make your day. This place is one of the few in New York that actually feels like New England. You can feel the history steeped into the building. There are interesting artifacts everywhere.

3) 5 p.m. Staten Island ferry

 The Staten Island Ferry is one of the most iconic attractions in New York City for travelers. The ferry connects Lower Manhattan with Staten Island. A ride with the ferry costs $0. It is a ride of five miles in approximately 25 mins. The ride is mostly to relax and enjoy the view. Additionally, you can capture amazing photographs of Statue of Liberty and the NYC skyline. For visitors, this is the wonderful way to see NYC from the water without having to pay for a cruise!

4) 7 p.m. Dinner at  ULYSSES’

It is a Fantastic Irish Bar and band plays Irish Traditional music. It has many selections of food and drinks. Fantastic selection of beers! One of the few places where they make good Irish coffee. The location is unique! You get a hint of the old New Amsterdam, and on how it should have looked like with the cobblestone streets and small buildings, all right in the heart of the Financial District! The restaurant has no happy hour. It is packed during the week. It also has outdoor sitting area. The food cost reasonable price.

Saturday

5) 9 a.m. Breakfast at Dominique Ansel Bakery

It is a very popular spot amongst locals and tourists, so be prepared to stay in quite long line. Great seating inside and out in the back. The cronut of this bakery is amazingly tasty, and cronut always gets sold out. They also cookies, yummy smores, and the egg bun with other pastries. The cookie shot is fantastic, and all the cookies are must try. It is the closest taste to an authentic French pastry that you can get in America. The legendary Cronut (croissant and doughnut) is a masterpiece of the modern culinary age. If you ever are wandering the streets of NY, make a stop by here.

6) 10 a.m. Shopping area

Plenty of options for shopping. If you walk around the area, you will find many clothing stores. Among other retails amazon go stands out because of its innovative shopping experience. In a busy area like lower Manhattan, you can easily grab food, beverage, or other items without going through lengthy checkout process once you have amazon account.

 7) 11 a.m. World Trade Center

Since the greatest tragedy, the very brutal terrorist attack on September 11, 2001, the One World Trade Center area was rebuilt and it is one of the remarkable tourist attractions in lower Manhattan. It is the tallest in North America and sixth tallest building in the world. It is also known as 1 WTC, 9/11, and the Freedom Tower. It includes restaurants, One World Observatory for the public, as well as plenty of commercial office space. It is a great opportunity to visit The National 9/11 Museum and Memorial. Thousands of heartbreaking pictures and videos from the day of the attack and immediately afterwards with artifacts from the original buildings and the rescuers all on display. You can easily spend many hours here and it’s sure will bring tears. In addition, 9/11 Memorial Reflecting Pools are symbol of the silent city after the attack. The waterfall pools are surrounded by bronze parapets that list the names of the victims of the 9/11 attack. You will learn about the most significant acts of heroism and the people who sacrificed their lives to save others. World Trade Center is a great tribute to the victims.

 8) 3 p.m. Bowling Green

Bowling Green is New York City’s oldest park and it is near the Financial District at Broadway and Whitehall St. The site was previously used as council grounds for Native American tribes, parade field, and cattle market where people would sell and buy livestock for their farms. In fact, it was on this site that the legendary sale of Manhattan to Peter Minuit took place in 1626. In the middle of the park, there is a beautiful fountain that’s surrounded by bright colorful flowers that just make you relax in all this busyness. It also has the charging Bull sculpture which is the symbol of American stock market. It is fun to walk around the sculpture and people gather to take pictures with the charging bull.

 Sunday

 9) 10 a.m. Quick Bite/ Starbucks

In New York, there are Starbucks in every alley in. However, Starbucks is a place that you can grab a quick breakfast a day like this. Starbucks is always a good place to eat at when you need a quick and cheap snack or drink. Plus, tasty sandwiches and coffee.

10) 11 a.m. City Hall Park

One of the most historically significant green spaces in the city, history buffs can look out for a spattering of historical markers posted throughout park including a circular tablet depicting key events in the park’s history, set at its southern edge. City Hall Park’s grounds have seen many incarnations. Its western borders are marked by what was once an old Native American trail now famously known as Broadway and the park became known as “the Commons” in the late 17th-century when it was used as a communal pasture for livestock. You will see granite fountain, bronze gas-lit candelabra at each corner, and an umbrella-shaped fixture above its central circular basin. This fountain replaced the park’s original Croton Fountain, which brought fresh water in from the Croton Aqueduct set 40 miles north of the city. Look for Frederick MacMonnies’s 13-foot-tall bronze statue depicting colonial patriot Nathan Hale, an American Revolution-era spy, best known for his dying words, “I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.”

11) 2 p.m. National museum of American Indian

The National Museum of the American Indian is located at the southern part of Manhattan, adjacent to both Bowling Green and Battery Parks.  From the park view you can see the front of the museum. It has stone steps with statues on the sides. The museum is divided into quadrants with an elliptical rotunda in the middle. The rotunda is illuminated by natural light from the glass dome with skylights above you. Also, when you look up you can see extraordinary symbolic painting on the ceiling. From the center of the rotunda you can go left or right to see the exhibits of Native Americans.

 Lodging and Transportations

Options for lodging in Lower Manhattan are several. You can choose a good hotel in affordable price. You can book a hotel near the area you are visiting that way it will be easy to relax after a long day. In Manhattan, transportation is something that becoming more easy and convenient day by day. To go around the city, there are many options for the visitors. You can get bus, subway, taxi, uber, and lyft. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Buses generally stop every other block on avenue routes and every block on cross-street routes. Late at night, from 11pm to 5am, bus drivers will stop wherever you ask them. Subway stations on the same line are generally about 8 to 10 blocks apart. You can transfer from bus to subway or vice versa within two hours of using your MetroCard. The easiest and quickest way to travel around NYC is by public subway train.

36 hours in Times Square 

By:Kaalyah Magloire 

November 29,2019

Time Square location

Formerly known as “Long acre Square”, Times Square was renamed in 1904 after The New York Times moved its headquarters to the Times Building  now it’s the site of the annual New Year’s Eve ball drop which began on December 31, 1907, and continues today, attracting over a million visitors .Times Square is a well known commercial intersection, ‘tourist destinations’, “entertainment center and neighborhood’ in the Midtown Manhattan section of New York City at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue. It stretches from West 42nd to West 47th Streets.Times square is an enjoyable location for all age groups. There’s something for everybody weather is a Tuesday night out or a Saturday evening browse around.

1.Friday 11:00am Tims Hortons

    You’ll feel this cold brisk in the air while. As you enter the corner of 42nd street you see hundreds of people scattering to  work however this is where you might start your day for a nice cup of coffee and an English muffin. “Breakfast available until 5pm everyday,” Only at Tim Horton’s. You can choose from a variety of meats on a Home style Biscuit, English Muffin or Bagel. Or get your breakfast in 5 layers; Bacon, seasoned egg omelette, lettuce, tomato and processed cheese, stacked on a bagel. If your an early bird Tim Horton is a must try place located at 2 Pennsylvania Plaza, However if your not don’t worry,Tim  Horton’s closes at 12am.

2.Friday 1:00pm Madame Tussaud’s 

GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY!! Don’t forget you’re in one of New York’s busiest tourist locations. For as little as 29.95(online price)  you can get the experience of a lifetime and if your really want a good time tickets go up to as high as 58.95(walk up price) plus tax. There are currently 21 Madame Tussaud’s worldwide, including six in the USA and museums in Beijing, Tokyo and Sydney, Australia. However, there’s only one in New York and its located in the center of Times Square. Meet celebrities such a Wendy Williams and Marilyn Monroe. Wax sculpture celebrities of course, however this is a great location for the those  Instagram worthy pictures that will make your friends jealous.

3.Friday 5:30pm Ripley’s  Believe it or Not 

This two-floor exhibition has been a must-visit Times Square attraction for adults and children for nearly 80 years.A man by the name of  Robert L. Ripley was obsessed with everything weird and wonderful and traveled to 201 countries to build his collection of oddities just to show us the weird wacky unique people, items and animals that exist.There are hundreds of exhibits, many of them interactive and immersive as well as some once owned by Mr Ripley himself.Don’t leave before you’ve taken photos of yourself “hanging off the Empire State Building” and “believe it not”, your head in a jar! Don’t take my word for it Go see for yourself!

4.Saturday 3:30pm Dave and Busters 

How many games can you play? With over 60 plus games to choose from why not play them all? Dave and busters is reasonable depending on how much you are willing to pay for your games. You have to be 18 to attend Dave and busters by yourself, however if you are with an adult over 25 then you should by fine.Staff were always super helpful and friendly. Machines fixed soon as a problem was mentioned. The lady in the ticket shop was really helpful and gave once again great service. 

5.Saturday 5:00pm Let’s Jam and Eat !!

“Rock Cafe New York will rock your senses” with savory food and mouth watering drinks and an inspiring collection of music.Hard Rock Cafe Inc. is a chain of theme restaurants founded in 1971. This place has a significant history behind it. After you finish eating in this lively environment don’t forget to buy a souvenir to take home to you friends a family! The service in this restaurant is very fast moving.This is a must go place in Times square. 

6.Sunday 4:30 Chocolate !!! Hershey’s located in times square 

Personalize your own HERSHEY’S Milk Chocolate Bar wrapper, or “SAY IT WITH A KISS” and select a digital message to display in-store. Everything chocolate, how can you resist. If you can’t eat chocolate but still love the thought of it help yourself to Souvenirs such ass plush Hershey kiss pillows, or Hershey bar printed pajamas. If your not a Hershey fan just two blocks down is M&M World! Talk about chocolate overload. 

7.Sunday 8:30pm Beetlejuice on Broadway

Times Square has over 40 Broadway theaters and plays over 40 Broadway shows EVERY NIGHT!! Directed by Alex Timbers Beetle juice tells the story of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager whose  whole life changes when she meets a recently deceased couple and a demon with a thing for stripes.Its a remarkably touching show about family, love, and it’s perfect for your next stop in Times Square. The tickets are pricey so be prepared to put out a little extra 

8.Sunday 12:am THE NIGHTS STILL YOUNG

So why not shop at one of the many stores located in Times Square, Stores such as Forever 21, H&M, Express, Old Navy, Citizens watch AND EVEN SEPHORA! Yes their open and filled with both expensive and inexpensive things you must get your hands on.

Lodging 

West-in hotel The West-in hotel is located in 270 W 43rd St in Times Square.While visiting The West-in Hotel you’ll  noticed that the hotel was modern and sophisticated. The furniture in the lobby is modern and new.The leather seating and gift shop in the lobby stood out the most. The employees were very nice and helped answer my questions. There is a continental breakfast fee and all American breakfast fee.

• Continental Breakfast Fee prices  start from 24.00 USD
• All American Breakfast Fee Prices Start at 32.95 USD

Sources 

It would truly be a day to come true when i could visit one of the few trophy cities themselves the greatest powers holded down during their reign of influence and power. A home of many cuisines and the melting pot of something bigger then what it used to be. The abundancy of bars available and abundancy arts and craft that have died out can be found there. Famous men of legend, plays of the highest caliber can be found in this city. Ortygia is a home to unique sculptures and much much more. I would visit this masterpoece anyday once everything is good