Did you know there was a medieval-style abbey in New York City? It’s true! Not only is The Cloisters a medieval style abbey, it’s also houses an amazing selection of medieval art and treasures.

Photo of Medieval Art, The Cloisters Museum, New York City © bpende
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Sitting in New York Harbor, Ellis Island is one of the most visited sites in the United States. Between 1892 and 1954, 12 million immigrants were processed on Ellis Island. Almost half of all Americans are descendants of these 12 million. Ellis Island is rich with history and filled with amazing stories and artifacts.

Photo of Ellis Island Immigration Museum, New York City © bwats2
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New York is known for being an expensive city. However, there are plenty of things you can do to keep costs down when visiting. Here are 7 ways to make your trip to New York City an enjoyable one without breaking the bank.

Stay in a Hostel

Hostels are a great alternative to staying in hotels and can immediately take hundreds of dollars off your lodging costs. Hostels also have kitchens where you can cook and store your own food. This will save you a significant amount of money since you won’t have to eat out for every meal. Jazz Hostels has several hostels in New York City.
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A visit to Montréal doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Here are some cheap and free things to do in the City!

Photo at Mount Royal © Colocho
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Here are some great things to do in New York City in the winter:

Go Ice Skating

Photo © Mr Bullitt

Take a spin around the iconic Rockefeller skating rink. You can show off your skills or take a lesson with a pro. Skate rentals are available. The Rink at Rockefeller Center is open until April. For hours of operation and rates, check out their website. The Wollman Rink in Central Park is a picturesque spot to play on the ice. It’s located just inside the Central Park entrance at 59th Street and 6th Avenue. If you prefer an indoor rink, head on over to the Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers. They are open year round. Read more »

Here is a list of some of the top museums in Montreal, Canada including art museums, botanical gardens, natural history and more!

Photo of The Museum of Fine Arts © chucka_nc
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Here is a list of museums in the Miami, Florida area, including art museums, children’s museum, science museum and more!

Photo of Miami at night © (le)doo (off3days/suffren)

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