When you think of New York, what do you think of? The tall buildings, reaching out above the crowded sidewalks? The stars strutting around and the movies shot in one or the most famous cities in the world? Or is it the hustle and bustle that gives “the city that never sleeps” its title? There’s … Continue reading
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Top Five Cities to Visit
America is the astonishing land of diversity, mixing authentic backgrounds with modern times. From the easygoing west coast to the vibrant east end, the United States has many places of artistic, historical and industrial opportunity unlike anything else. Alongside these uniquely paired demographics are amazing attractions that thousands of people flock to every year, … Continue reading
Urban Area: Tourist, Local, or Both?
By Christina Cigir and Gabriella Varshavsky They ask, “which way to Times Square?” They say, “take a picture of me in front of the Willis Tower!” Tourists are everywhere in New York City, and they play a major role in urbanism. The average local in a city like NYC or Los Angeles often describe tourists … Continue reading
New Slang City
By: Mia Montano Slang is everywhere and it’s different depending on where you live. There is southern slang, DMV (D.C, Maryland, Virginia) area slang, west coast slang, east coast slang and New York slang. Although New York is in the northeast, the slang is so different that it’s in a category of its own. From … Continue reading