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Couple in Boat in Central Park

New York City can be a wonderfully romantic place, anytime of year. From Central Park to Ice Skating at Rockefeller Center, check out our list of New York City's most romantic places if you're visiting New York City with someone special.

New York City for Romantics

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Watch The Fourth of July Fireworks from the New York Harbor

Thursday June 23, 2011
We've got a great round-up of Fourth of July Cruises in NYC, with more than ten different options for watching the Fourth of July Fireworks from a boat in the New York Harbor! Make your reservations soon, as most (if not all) options will sell out in advance. Don't want to take to the water for the fireworks? We've got some other ways to celebrate July 4th in NYC, including rooftop firework viewing parties, walking tours and more.

Article: July 4th Cruises in NYC
Guide: July 4th Fireworks in NYC
More: Celebrating July 4th in NYC

Photo of Circle Line Boat with Statue of Liberty courtesy of Circle Line.

Summer Hotel Deal at The Jane

Monday June 20, 2011
The Jane Hotel, one of our Top Cheap Hotels in NYC is having a summer special on their Captain's Cabins. Normally, the Captain's Cabins, which are 250 square feet and include private baths (compared to their 50 square-foot cabins with shared baths) go for $350, but from June 27-September 6, 2011, rates are just $250 per night. You can book this deal directly on their website.

Website: The Jane Hotel
More: Top Cheap Hotels in NYC

Photo of Captain's Cabin at The Jane Hotel © The Jane Hotel

Visit a New York City Beach!

Thursday June 16, 2011
If you have a summer vacation planned in New York City, don't forget that there are many beaches in and near New York City that you can visit while in town. Our list includes New York City-operated beaches, all of which are free to visit, as well as beaches on Long Island.

Article: Beaches In & Near NYC
More: Summer in NYC

Photo of Coney Island Beach © Heather Cross, Licensed to About.com

How Will You Celebrate the Fourth of July in NYC?

Monday June 13, 2011
We've just finished putting together a new guide to Celebrating the Fourth of July in New York City. Of course, we've got information on viewing the Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks, but we've also got a great round-up on Fourth of July Sightseeing Cruises, as well as other Fourth of July Events in NYC, including fireworks viewing parties, walking tours and concerts.

Guide: Fourth of July in NYC
More: Fourth of July Fireworks in NYC
More: Fourth of July Cruises in NYC
More: Other Fourth of July Events in NYC

Photo of Fourth of July Fireworks © Macy's Inc

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