If you’re visiting New York from a more suburban or perhaps even rural area, the way transportation works in the city can feel foreign. The transportation system in New York is different from pretty much all others in America.

Covid has taught us to be humble about predictions, but the latest numbers are heartening: U.S. cases have fallen 35% in the last month. This follows many expert predictions about the Delta variant and comes with other good numbers: hotel demand and Times Square pedestrian traffic are hitting pandemic-era highs. Manhattan office leasing is at its highest level since 2019. The volume of Manhattan home sales is the highest it's been in 30 years. People are betting big on New York City.

Although the Delta variant's impact on the economy is drawing most of the headlines, it's worth noting the good news for New York that's out there as well. The city will not be competing with European destinations in light of new international restrictions. On the domestic front, the number one fall destination for Airbnb searchers? That would be New York City. NYC will be ready to greet these visitors—many coming for longer stretches than usual—as reopening news continues to post.

New York is becoming the perfect vaping destination for many tourists, as you can now legally vape in public in the city. The new law allows vaping in hotel rooms, common restaurant areas, sports arenas, workplaces, adult clubs, and any other places allowing legal vaping.

We knew there would be speed bumps on the road to recovery and we're experiencing a few now. Caution over the Delta variant, rising case loads in non-vaccinated parts of the country, the CDC's new recommendations, and the continuing restrictions on international travel are all hitches on our way. But they're just hitches. The city's attractiveness to visitors remains strong. The full lineup for the August 21st Homecoming Concert has been announced and it's phenomenal. Expect to see tourists flowing into the city for that event, in addition to many more upcoming returns and openings.

Subway ridership is up and the MTA notes declining crime, back to pre-pandemic levels. (And there will be no fare hike this year.) More signs of return for NYC. The Times this week reports the city is looking to culture to lead the comeback. As the Broadway and Off-Broadway calendars fill in, and more festivals announce dates, that shift is already well underway.

If you're planning a trip to New York, you'll need to think about how you're going to get around. Many people bring their own cars if visiting from nearby areas or choose to rent a car from the airport when they arrive, and cars give you a lot of freedom for getting around the way you want. However, if you don't have much experience of driving in New York, especially in New York City, you could find yourself in some tricky situations along the way, so it's wise to prepare properly before you go. This guide will go over some simple but effective tips for safe driving around New York.

There haven't been many ticker tape parades through downtown in recent years, making today's celebration all the more inspiring. At 11am, the city will celebrate our "Hometown Heroes" with a big thank you to healthcare, transit, and all the other frontline workers who kept the city going through the pandemic. Although we are not clear of COVID yet, the success of the July 4th weekend bodes well for recovery.

New York, New York. The Big Apple. One of the biggest cities in the USA and quite often one of the top rated tourist destinations with people worldwide, whether for the atmosphere at Christmas or New Year, or just visiting one of the many tourist hotspots. But why is it so popular?

Hibernations are ending in NYC. We're seeing green shoots of growth both figurative and literal, including openings and reopenings of Frick Madison, Balthazar, Intrepid, Circle Line, Film Forum, and the Loeb Boathouse.

If you're planning a trip to New York or live there already and want to stay safe as you get around from place to place, here are some smart tips to keep in mind.

If it’s important that you’re never bored while you’re on vacation, you should definitely consider taking a trip to New York City. With over 65 million visitors a year and millions more residents, it should come as no surprise that the city features plenty of things to do in order to keep all these people busy!

If you’re hitting the Big Apple with your family, you won’t be at a loss for things to do—NYC might be the city that never sleeps, but there are still plenty of kid-friendly activities to try. Although traveling with your children is rewarding and often exciting, it can also be challenging. If you’re planning a trip to New York with kids, consider our surefire tips for a fantastic vacation. 

When you keep your community transmission rate low good things can happen. New York State is setting records for number of people tested and the results keep coming back the same, with less than 1% positive for the coronavirus. Accordingly, the reopenings are coming fast and furious.

To help you organize an unforgettable trip, here is a useful guide to planning the perfect weekend in New York.