Getting High in New York

Getting high in New York means heading up to look down, to gain a perspective on the city from above. While Magellan Luxury Hotels offers the finest selection of rooms with a view, at some point you will want to go outside and play. While you’re likely familiar with the views from the Empire State Building, the […]

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Manhattanhenge

In one of the most cosmopolitan, high-tech, future-driven cities in the world, there’s something satisfying about people flocking to the streets of Manhattan to enact a ritual sun celebration with roots in Neolithic times. Once a year, on or about July 12th, the setting sun aligns on the east-west axis of the city, providing a fleeting […]

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Daytrip Miami: Biscayne National Park

Just a few minutes by boat from Miami Beach lies an unusual kind of national park. Beyond the seascape of turquoise water for as far as the eye can see, its ample natural and man-made treasures – the coral reefs, mangrove swamps, shipwrecks and curious remains of human habitation – aren’t immediately apparent. That’s because ninety-five percent of its 172,000 […]

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Free Concerts in Central Park: Ariana Grande & More

The lineup for Good Morning America’s FREE 2016 summer concert series Central Park was announced today, and it reads likes a Top 10 list, with performances by Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Iggy Azalea, Jason Derulo and Pitbull. If country’s more your thing, then Brad Paisley, Kenny Chesney and Keith Urban are three great reasons to slip on your boots, […]

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Jane’s Walk 2016

Jane’s Walk is a festival of free, citizen-led walking tours inspired by legendary urbanist Jane Jacobs. The events take place in cities and towns around the world the first weekend of May. While the epicenters of Jane’s Walk are New York City (over 100 walks) and Toronto, chances are there are events scheduled in your […]

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Drive the Dream in Santa Monica

Southern California is the epicentre of American car culture and provides some of the most spectacular and well-known driving routes in the U.S. Bring your own vehicle or rent an exotic or a Harley and take advantage of the exceptional weather. Santa Monica is the perfect place to start.

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The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, NYC

Want to know how much we love our pets? In 2014, Americans spent a record $56 billion on grooming, boarding, training, pet-sitting, vet bills, medicine, toys, clothing and equipment. According to Bob Vetere, President and CEO of the American Pet Products Association, Americans own 95.6 million cats, 83.3 million dogs, 8.3 million horses, 145 millions […]

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NYC: Skating the Big Apple

Mother Nature may be fickle, but from November to March in New York City her whims are overridden; spaces are cleared, ice-making equipment is tuned up, and private and public outdoor skating rinks are constructed according to schedule. With nearly a dozen outdoor rinks dotted around Manhattan and the boroughs, skating is a fun, clever […]

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South Beach Food/Wine Festival

So much food and drink, so little time. For five days in late February, top chefs, restauranteurs, producers and exhibitors join forces in Miami Beach to present the nation’s most important food and wine event. This year, the festival celebrates its 15th anniversary from February 24th to 28th. With more than 80 events spanning both […]

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We All Dream in Gold – The 88th Academy Awards

Now that the dry run – the Golden Globe Awards – is done, it’s time to prep for the real thing: the presentation of the Academy Awards on Sunday, February 28th at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood. Actor Chris Rock returns as host after an eleven year absence. Hollywood awards ceremonies are always plenty of […]

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