Shop like your city depends on it. In an ever-evolving New York, one thing remains the same, against all odds — we’ve got some of the greatest, most unique independent businesses on earth. And Small Business Saturday is one of the biggest days on the calendar for these cornerstones of Big Apple life — a full-on celebration … Read more
In the dip of their mattress, on the bed next to their Batman collection and their great-grandmother’s chair are some of America’s favorite “spots” around their home, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults split evenly by generation found that while some prefer to spruce up their favorite spot, such as adding … Read more
It’s glow time in Chinatown. Under a slant of sunlight, Viveca Chow reclines, her hair bundled in a cotton towel — as esthetician Diana Wu works a smooth, curved tool over her pronounced cheekbones. This isn’t some cucumber-water-and-pan-flute facial. There are no plush robes or heated beds here at Diana Beauty Spa, tucked between noodle shops … Read more
Adapt or die-ner. Times are undeniably tough for New York City’s legendary diner culture, squeezed by skyrocketing food costs and rent hikes leading to higher menu prices — all amid stagnating demand, as Big Apple eaters turn their attentions elsewhere. Longtime local restaurant critic Robert Sietsema told The Post that the city is currently locked into … Read more
Death of the fun budget: Americans say their discretionary spending has dropped by 42% in the last year, according to a recent survey. The poll of 2,000 American adults found that many are looking for ways to save in the current economic environment, as over half of those surveyed (52%) revealed that they’re worried about … Read more
These summer hot spots are the most likely to become people’s final destinations. Some of the country’s most idyllic summer vacay spots also have a darker side. With the summer travel season in full swing, maritime and resort injury law firm Lipcon, Margulies & Winkleman, P.A. has ranked the nation’s most dangerous summer vacation hubs … Read more
Move over, Mickey Mouse. Tripadvisor has named the top amusement park in the U.S. — and it’s not in Disney or Universal. In its 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Awards this week, Dollywood was named No. 1 in the Amusement & Water Parks category. The Appalachian-themed park co-founded by the legend Dolly Parton … Read more
Times Square is in a time out. NYC’s Crossroads of The World sits close to the top of a new naughty list that aims to shame the globe’s worst tourist traps — with just two other spots ahead of the infamous intersection. According to a new poll conducted by Nomad, an eSim provider popular among travelers, … Read more
Hotel rooms may look sparkling clean when you first arrive – but surprising levels of bacteria and viruses can be lurking in overlooked places. Beyond the usual suspects such as sinks and toilets, common “touchpoints” like remotes and light switches are also crawling with germs, studies say. Hotel rooms had up to 10 times more bacteria … Read more
Birds of a feather flock together. Since most people travel during the summer season, some of the world’s most beautiful destinations are also its most overcrowded. A new ranking by Go2Africa has revealed the top 15 most overcrowded tourist destinations in the world — where the number of visitors dramatically outweighs the local population. It … Read more
Elon Musk had high praise for the diner and electric vehicle (EV) charging station that Tesla is creating in Los Angeles. The Tesla CEO said early Monday morning on X that he “just had dinner at the retro-futuristic @Tesla diner and Supercharger.” “Team did great work making it one of the coolest spots in LA!” he wrote. … Read more
Hot or not? A divisive new dining ranking — more interested in who’s sitting at the table than what’s on the menu — is raising eyebrows in New York’s image-conscious restaurant world. Created by Gen Z programmer Riley Walz, LooksMapping scores hotspots in the Big Apple — and Los Angeles and San Francisco, too — based on AI-driven … Read more
These take the “mid” out of Midtown. With NYC workers flocking back to the office in record numbers, working stiffs are seeking quick and tasty lunch options without paying through the nose. More often than not, they end up with the ubiquitous “sad” salad, an expensive amalgam of cold rabbit foods crunched catatonically at one’s … Read more
Roughly 63 million poor souls traveled through John F. Kennedy International Airport last year, data shows — and at least 62 million probably vowed to never make the same mistake again, if they could help it. Face facts — NYC’s most notorious airport doesn’t exactly put its best foot forward, no matter how many billions of dollars … Read more
The Negroni is finally having the moment it deserves. The cocktail — traditionally made with gin, Campari and sweet vermouth — tempts with its complexity. Bitter notes mix with sweet and herbal ones, making every sip a surprise. Despite its sophisticated flavor, the tipple is shockingly easy to make. Simply mix ingredients and pour them … Read more
You might be pooh-poohing the warnings — but your stomach won’t be. A new study just flushed out the top 10 “bacteria hot spots” at the United States beaches, and now you might think twice before diving into this popular New York location. With Memorial Day weekend rapidly approaching, you might be planning on enjoying … Read more
Regulars know the Hamptons is more than a place to hit the beach and unwind for hours by the pool. Every summer, the eastern tip of Long Island transforms into a social hot spot, a place for the world’s elite to gather, let loose and have one too many drinks somewhere fabulous. There are, of … Read more
Tinx (real name: Christina Najjar) is a podcaster (“It’s Me, Tinx”), content creator, advice guru and author of two books. The latest is novel “Hotter in the Hamptons,” which published earlier this month and has already been optioned as a TV series for 20th Television (with the sisters behind “Nobody Wants This,” Erin and Sara … Read more
Buh-bye, summer travel crowds — hello, calm and peaceful vacation. Experts at Travel Counsellors, a UK travel agency, and Skyscanner, a UK travel booking site, recommend lesser-known travel destinations that offer the same charm, beauty and cultural flair as popular hotspots — minus the masses. Skip Paris and opt for a lesser-known but just as … Read more
From laugh lines and stretch marks to acne scars and sunspots, our skin tells the story of our lives. But as time ticks on, many of search for ways to rejuvenate, refresh and maybe hit the “delete” button on a few chapters. Enter laser treatments — a noninvasive option taking the beauty world by storm, … Read more