There are so many intimate live music venues and karaoke bars in New York City, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which ones to go to. Well, we’re here to make your life easier – here are some top picks of where to chill out, dance and sing the night away in New York City!
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Check out these cool and cheap ways you can beat the heat while in New York City this summer!

Photo of Washington Square Park Fountain, New York City © Ed Yourdon
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Next time you’re in New York City, come visit Governors Island – New York City’s “other” island!

Photo of Governors Island Promenade, New York City © STC4blues
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Times Square is one of New York City’s most iconic landmarks and is filled with just about everything a visitor could ask for. It has great restaurants and bars, amazing shopping, perfect photo opportunities and some of the most unique characters in New York City. Check out some of Times Square’s unusual and interesting sites and suspects.

The Naked Cowboy

Photo of The Naked Cowboy, Times Square, New York City© Ryan McGinnis
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Summer is beginning and, in New York City, that means the beginning of street fair and festival season!

Photo of Street Fair, New York City © Ed Yourdon
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New York City is overflowing with great photo opportunities. Here are some classic New York City sights you don’t want your camera to miss.

The Statue of Liberty

Photo of The Statue of Liberty, New York City © Celso Flores
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On June 1, 2010, The New York City Park Foundations kicks off its wildly popular SummerStage series. This year is the 25th anniversary and it promises to be one of the best ones yet!

Photo of Summerstage, Central Park, New York City © Television
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Looking for something new to drink? Here are some places to sample not-so-typical-cocktails while visiting New York City.

Photo © Will Murray
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New York City has hundreds of parks and there is plenty to do outdoors, from birding to hiking to kayaking. Check it out:

Photo © Vibragiel
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Jazz Hostels is proud to be a sponsor of the Travel Blog Exchange (TBEX) 2010 in New York City!

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