Articles Mentioning New York City Hotels

9 Hotels Where We Spotted Celebs

Paparazzi waiting outside. Photo Credit: Yusuf C We’ve seen the paparazzi photos, and read the stories in Us Weekly — so we know the preferred hotels of celebs for sleeping, staying, partying…and even having not-so-secretive affairs. But one perk of being hotel investigators here at Oyster.com is that a lot of our celebrity gossip isn’t…

7 Foreign Foods That Just Might Be Better Than the Original

Over 244 million people — nearly three-and-a-half percent of the world’s population, live outside their home country. Those immigrants influence the world in numerous ways — changing the languages we hear, the holidays we celebrate, and the food we eat. Speaking of the latter, many imported dishes have even become more popular as sequels than…

The World’s Best Streets for People-Watching

Rearrange your next vacation itinerary — we have something stellar lined up: people-watching. From observing locals to surveying tourists, peeking at those that are out and about can be the most entertaining (and eye-opening) part of a trip. Plus, it’s a quick and simple way to feel the vibe of a location. So to help…

10 Amazing Swimming Holes Around the U.S.

Sure, beaches bring on gorgeous views, pools present a place to stay cool, and water parks serve up exciting rides. But swimming holes, which offer all three of those features plus more, often make a bigger splash. From a freshwater spring, cavernous pool, and refreshing grotto tucked inside a state park to a waterfall slide…

The Coolest Late-Night Hotel Amenities You Should Know About

For many, traveling to a new destination means packing in as many things as possible into the daylight hours. To those folks, we say, there’s a lot more to be accomplished after the sun sets too. At least that’s what many hotels are thinking these days. In fact, accommodations around the world have started to…

9 Museums and Zoos Where You Can Have an Awesome Slumber Party

Have you ever stared into the glassy eyes of a Savanna elephant on display in a museum and dreamt of having a “Night at the Museum” type of adventure? You’re not alone. In fact, museums and zoos around the country have opened their doors to host some of the coolest (and most educational) sleepovers. From…

11 Cities with Awesome Street Art

There are those who love it, and those who hate it. Either way, street art is very much a “thing” all over the world, and — just like with eating local food, visiting local bars, and attending local-centric events — viewing street art helps visitors get a true understanding of a destination’s vibe. So here…

The World’s Most Extravagant Airport Lounges

Being stuck in an airport might be one of the worst parts of traveling, but it doesn’t always have to be that way. Hear us out. Airport lounges around the world are going above and beyond the complimentary half-hour of free Wi-Fi, making the hours of waiting less painful and — dare we say it…

8 Awesome Booze Cruises in the U.S.

What’s better than a boat cruise that offers the chance to see your own city (or a brand-new one) from a different perspective? A boat cruise that offers the chance to see a city from a new perspective while enjoying a cocktail (or five). There’s just something exciting about hearing the sound of a boat…

9 Amazing Airport Bars Around the World

Nothing tempers the frustration that comes with a delayed flight quite like an excellent airport bar. While some are lackluster, run-of-the-mill stops designed to solely kill time, others go above and beyond, serving up stylish interiors, top-notch beer and cocktail menus, tasty snacks, and front-row seats for plane spotting. And now that the TSA recommends…