Thousands of tourists and locals walk past the building every day, between City Hall and the 9/11 Memorial, without even looking at. This building is one of many in New York City and a small one in comparison with the towering structures around it. The Woolworth Building served as … [Read more...] about New York City’s Woolworth Building: History of a Skyscraper
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An Afternoon in Brooklyn
On my last dozen visits to New York City, I neglected one of the most well-known suburbs. I'd only crossed the river twice before, once to have dinner at Bubby's (location now closed) with my family a few years back and again this past summer when I had dinner with my coworkers in Red … [Read more...] about An Afternoon in Brooklyn
Visiting The Cloisters in New York City
When most people plan their trips to New York City, they stay within the confines of downtown Manhattan. They might visit stops on Museum Row like the Guggenheim or Metropolitan Museum of Art, but taking the subway for over 100 blocks seems out of the question. But there are so many things to … [Read more...] about Visiting The Cloisters in New York City
Photo Friday: New York City, NY
When I decided not to continue with one of my jobs, I was afraid I wouldn't get another chance to go to New York for a while. I talked about coming back every six months, but when it comes time to actually book flights, I wasn't sure if I could manage. Thankfully, the opportunity came up to go … [Read more...] about Photo Friday: New York City, NY
Hotel Emma: The Sexiest Hotel in Texas
How many places in the world can you sleep in a former brewery? Visitors to San Antonio, Texas can do just that at the Hotel Emma, a new boutique property named for the matriarch of the Pearl Brewery. The entire grounds have become a mixed-use development for shops, restaurants and bars, as well … [Read more...] about Hotel Emma: The Sexiest Hotel in Texas