The Manhattan skyline is one of the most recognizable in the world. Whether view from an airplane as you are flying in, from Central Park, the top of the Empire State Building, or from a downtown ferry, the New York architecture is some of the most photographed around.
This photo was taken while on a ferry ride out to see the Statue of Liberty.
Photo credit: personal collection
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This is a guest post from Mary Jo Manzanares, b5media’s Travel & Culture Channel Editor and travel blogger at Flyaway Cafe.
Long known for its exclusivity, in a city that defines restaurant exclusivity, Rao’s is not likely to be letting me in any time soon.
It’s not because of my manners (which are good), the way I dress (which is always appropriate), or because the price is beyond my means. No, it’s because Rao’s only has ten tables. And they are all booked up. Forever.
Rao’s was founded in 1896 by Italian immigrant Charles Rao who opened a small restaurant in the Italian …read more
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Today’s guest post is from Mary Jo Manzanares, Travel & Culture Channel Editor, and blogger at Flyaway Cafe.
No, I wasn’t at Woodstock, although I saw the 1970 Oscar winning movie (Best Documentary), and generally like the music of the Woodstock Music and Art Fair (as it was originally called).
People came from around the country, by car, bus, and on foot to attend a three day music festival, and what would be one of the largest music festivals ever. Even today, Woodstock remains a turning point of politics and cultural for many Baby Boomers.
The new Museum at Bethel Woods (200 …read more
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Right in the heart of bustling Chelsea, the Desmond Tutu Center evokes a castle-like setting complete with lush grounds surrounded by recently renovated 19th-century Gothic buildings. Made of stone and outfitted with wrought iron banisters,this South African-inspired retreat offers a startling juxtaposition of modern conference center alongside the General Theological Seminary. The hotel’s 60 historic guest rooms are fully equipped with wi-fi, flat screen TVs, and are only a few blocks away from the subway on 23rd St. but also accommodate those who want to tune out the modern world. Original architectural highlights include a refectory dating back to the …read more
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This is a guest post from Mary Jo Manzanares, Travel & Culture Channel Editor and blogger at Flyaway Cafe.
Tavern on the Green is located in Central Park on the Upper West side of Manhattan (Central Park at West 67th Street). It is one of the most successful independently owned restaurants in the U.S.
It first achieved notoriety as a frequent haunt of the famous and infamous of Manhattan, including actors, entertainers and politicians. It’s been the site for many opening night receptions for Broadway shows and movie premieres, and has been featured in tons of movies and television shows. …read more
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This guest post comes from Mary Jo Manzanares, Travel & Culture Channel Editor and blogger at Flyaway Cafe.
The Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Newark, is an impressive French gothic cathedral with intricate sculptures, bronze doors, and over 200 stained glass windows. It’s about the size of London’s Westminster Abbey – only in Newark, New Jersey.
Following nearly 95 of planning, building, planning some more, and changing plans, the cathedral was finished in 1954. The Cathedral was elevated to the status of a Basilica by Pope John Paul II when he visited …read more
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This is a guest posts from Mary Jo Mazanares, b5media’s Travel & Culture Channel Editor and travel blogger at Flyaway Cafe.
Most people have things in their life that they’ve always wanted to do, but for some reason, have never gotten around to doing. I’m no different.
There are all sorts of reasons for putting off these experiences. Some are pretty valid reasons — affordability, time, or physical limitations. Some are not so valid reasons — procrastination, braggadocio, or unwillingness to put forth the effort.
Today’s post is about one of those things that I’ve always wanted to try, but haven’t. I’ve used …read more
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Happening now through Mon. Nov. 10th, the 2nd annual Asian Contemporary Art Fair will be held at Pier 92, 52nd St at Twelfth Ave.. One of the most extensive exhibitions of contemporary Asian art in the country, 80 international galleries and non-profit organizations will be displaying a wide range of work by artists from 14 countries including China, Japan, Korea, India, Bangladesh, Philippines, Singapore and Vietnam. This year, the scope has been diversified to include art from the Middle Eastern and Central Asian countries of the United Arab Emirates, Georgia, Iran, Turkey, and Kazakhstan. Many of the paintings, sculpture, photography, …read more
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From a Hershey’s kiss to the finest Belgian truffle, there are few things in life as satisfying as a bite of chocolate. This year’s 11th Annual New York Chocolate Show (Nov. 7th – 9th) is jam-packed with events celebrating the most coveted of sweet treats. It will be held at Pier 94 on the far west side hosting tastings, cooking demonstrations, book signings, a master chocolate competition and even a chocolate couture fashion show. All this for the admission price of just $28! Highlights of this cocoa infused weekend include:
Opening-night benefit and fashion show: Talented designers (including "Project Runway" alumni …read more
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Let’s face it, you need some laughs after waiting in line at the polls. You’ve heard enough about economic bailouts, a $10 billion a month war, and record job losses…for now at least! So take a break and head over to the NY Comedy Festival. Held from Nov. 5-9 at various locations around the city, this year marks its 5th year anniversary promising a high-profile lineup of performers including Frank Caliendo, Louis C.K., Craig Ferguson, Carlos Mencia, Joel McHale, Tracy Morgan, B.J. Novak, Brian Regan, Sarah Silverman and Katt Williams. Panel discussions will include writers from "The Daily Show With …read more
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