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Roosevelt Island Tram
City fun doesn't have to be expensive or involve long lines. Case in point: The Roosevelt Island Tram. Running every 15 minutes, the tram connects Manhattan with the cute little island. After renovations, the tram re-opened on November 30th, 2010. Now it's safer and faster to ...read more
Kid Friendly NYC: Three Things You MUST Do
As a local New Yorker, I'm asked all the time for my TOP 3 THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS IN NYC. This is tough, but if I had to pick these are my three-go-to options. The best views in Manhattan don't have to cost a fortune. One of our favorite vistas is 100% free to enjoy. The High ...read more
Billy's Bakery: Best Cupcakes in NYC?
Cupcakes and kids; a match made in heaven. For families visiting NYC, we suggest a trip to Billy's Bakery. This bake shop (there are three in NYC) specializes in perfectly-sized and exquisitely-frosted cupcakes. Stroll inside and smell the sweet scent of flour, sugar and eggs ...read more
Staten Island Ferry Tours
The best view of lower Manhattan won't cost you and your family a cent if you own a MetroCard. Simply stroll onto the Staten Island Ferry and leave your wallet shut (isn't that a relief!). Sit back and enjoy this 25-minute tour you won't soon forget. Park your stroller and peer ...read more