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Tour New York City's Central Park with a Celebrity
According to an article in today's New York Times, a new program by the Central Park Conservancy allows visitors to see the park through the eyes of the some of the city's most famous locals. By calling a phone number (646-862-0997), which is posted at 40 different sites throughout the park, and entering the appropriate code, visitors will be "led" by the likes of Whoopi Goldberg, Jerry Seinfeld, and Yoko Ono. Anne Hathaway, currently starring in Twelfth Night as a part of the Shakespeare in the Park series, gives a tour of Delacorte Theater. John McEnroe takes visitors to center court at the Central Park Tennis Center....View all the sites and tour codes at the Central Park Conservancy site...Plan your visit: Central Park Guide...Save money: 12 Best Free Summer Events New Yorkers Know About That Tourists Don't...From the Forums: What is the best part of Central Park to see if we only have 2 hours?...
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12 Best Free Summer Events New Yorkers Know About that Tourists Don't
If you want a true New York summer experience, join the locals, who mark their calendars as soon as dates are set for these free not-to-be-missed events. Picnic provisions are essential for park entertainment, and in a city where real estate seems to always be at a premium, people will arrive more than an hour in advance to throw down a blanket to claim space....
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New York City Deals: Fine Dining for Less
New York City right now is a fine-dining free-for-all, with top restaurants offering unprecedented bargains. Here are our current picks for the city's best upscale dining deals....
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Cheap NYC Lunches: Fodor's Top 5 Favorite Food Carts & Trucks
There's a secret among in-the-know New Yorkers when it comes to a fast, cheap, and interesting lunch that surpasses the average pizza, burger, and hot dog fare: food carts and trucks. While carts can be found on practically every corner of the city, a handful are worth seeking out for noteworthy eats and recession-friendly prices to match....
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Top Chef Travels: Donald Link
New Orleans chef Donald Link talks with Fodor's about some of his favorite local spots in the Big Easy, the city where he spends his days and nights. He reveals where to go for the tastiest crawfish, the sloppiest po' boy sandwich, and of course, where to drink (other than on Bourbon Street)....
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Dine Like the Obamas in NYC
President Obama and First Lady Michelle enjoyed a night out in New York last weekend, dining at Blue Hill, an upscale Greenwich Village restaurant renowned for its commitment to seasonality and sustainable agriculture.... (More)
Free download: Williamsburg PDF
Looking for a summer vacation that's fun and educational? Consider a trip to Colonial Williamsburg, the world's largest living history museum.... (More)
How to Spot Paris' Best Bakeries, Chocolate Shops, and Pastry Shops
The streets of Paris are lined with enticing-looking bakeries, chocolate shops and pastry stores. So how can you identify the very best places to spend your Euros (and calories)? Here's a sure-fire way to choose.... (More)
Statue of Liberty Crown Open After 8 Years
After nearly 8 years of being closed off to the public, Lady Liberty is opening up her crown to visitors this July 4th, according to Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar, who announced the news with much fanfare on the Today Show this morning. Access will be very limited, with an estimated only 30 people up in the crown each hour, gaining access by lottery. The torch is still off-limits, as it has been since 1916.... (More)
What We're Reading Now
Summer's just around the corner, which means it's time to load up on some great reads. We've checked out the latest travel tales and picked out a selection that will transport you to every continent—and beyond! Fodor's Editor Jess Moss weighs in.... (More)
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