Articles Mentioning New York Hotels

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…

Catskills vs. Adirondacks: The Best Destination for Each Season

We are firm believers that both the Catskills and Adirondacks are gorgeous, must-visit spots for all four seasons. The summer lakes, spring hikes, fall foliage,, and winter snow sports are just a few reasons we feel blessed to have these versatile destinations right in our own backyard. (Oyster.com is headquartered in New York City.) But…

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…

Our 5 Favorite Food Halls in NYC Right Now

Photo Credit: Xiaoyin (Yin) Li To call New York City a foodie destination is an understatement. From hand-pulled Malaysian coffee on Canal Street to wood-fired pizzas at Roberta’s in Bushwick, the city has nearly every local, artisanal, and indulgent dining trend on lock. However, even in a city that’s built on an aesthetics of surplus,…

8 Awesome Urban Lakes in the U.S.

Doing a cannonball off the dock, floating on a tube, and casting a fishing rod in the open waters — there’s nothing quite like a vacation at the lake. That being said, there are certainly times when you’d rather not pack a backpack, drive for several hours, and rent a cabin or pitch a tent…

Amazing Public Art Installations You Can’t Miss This Summer

Photo courtesy of Flickr/M S You’ve probably seen “The Floating Piers” pop up on your Instagram or Facebook feed at least once recently. Brought to you by artistic duo Christo and Jeanne-Claude, this two-week public installation in Lake Iseo, Italy is nothing short of incredible. Carried by a modular floating dock system comprised of 220,000…

13 Incredible Hotel Pool Perks to Treat Yourself to This Summer

If relaxing by a pool in a beautiful faraway destination isn’t enough to satisfy your vacation needs (you deserve only the best, after all), we have some good news for you. Word on the street is that hotel pools around the world are stepping up their game with bonus perks. (And no, we don’t mean…

10 Beach Destinations Where You Don’t Really Have to Worry About the Zika Virus

Rio de Janeiro (above) has reported a staggering number of locally acquired cases. The lightning-fast spread of the Zika virus has many travelers concerned as they contemplate beach vacations for spring break and the summertime. While it was barely a concern last summer, dozens of countries and territories have now confirmed active Zika virus transmission,…