We know you don’t need a reason to visit New York City, even in the winter. It’s New York City, after all! But, if by any chance you were looking for one, here are 7 great reasons to come visit the Big Apple this January.

Photo of Tourists in January, New York City © sunshinecity
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Come down to Miami, Florida for the experience of a lifetime – swimming with dolphins! There are quite a few places in and around Miami that offer dolphin swim programs. Here are a few options with some of the different kinds of programs offered.
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Touring Montreal by Segway might just be the most fun you’ve had in a long time!

Photo of man on a Segway © Segwaypt
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New York City’s outdoor statues just might be America’s largest free outdoor art museum. There are about 300 statues throughout the city with a wide range of subjects and styles. From quirky to realistic to absolutely beautiful, there are statues to please everyone.

Check out the photos of New York City’s statues below and see for yourself!

USS Maine Monument statue at Central Park and Columbus Circle

Photo of USS Maine Monument, Central Park and Columbus Circle, New York City © CarbonNYC
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At the corner of 5th Avenue and 42nd Street sits one of New York City’s best parks. Do you know what park it is? Here’s a hint: it’s not Central Park.

Photo of Bryant Park, New York City © wolfsavard
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When the weather begins to warm and the snow melts, Garmisch transforms from a winter wonderland into a green paradise. Check out these photos of this idyllic Bavarian town and it’s beautiful, green scenery.

Photo of Beautiful Garmisch, Germany © Oberau-Online

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Come celebrate spring with the Cherry Blossom Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens!

Photo of Cherry Blossoms at Brooklyn Botanic Garden, New York © kamalaboulhosn
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Located in southern Germany, not far from the Austrian border, Garmisch-Parkenkirchen is an idyllic, traditional Bavarian town that also happens to be the home of one of our newest hostels – Jazz Garmisch.

Official name of the town is Garmisch-Parkenkirchen, but it is commonly referred to as just Garmisch. It is conveniently located about an hour and an half train ride from Munich. Garmish is beautiful all year round and there are countless activities to enjoy in every season.

Winter

Photo of Skiing in Garmisch-Parkenkirchen, Germany © anja_johnson
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It’s time to take advantage of Montreal’s snowy weather and get outside for some winter fun! Right in the heart of the city, Mount Royal has more than 11 miles (18 km) of skiing and snowshoeing trails and with inexpensive rentals available on site, it’s the perfect way to spend a crisp and bright winter’s day.

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October is one of the best times of the year to visit New York City. The temperatures are moderate, and there is beautiful bright autumn foliage!

Photo of New York City Fall Foliage, Central Park © Vivianna_love

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