Natalia Alvarez, Author at Secret NYC

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After being fully drained in 1989, this 50-acre hidden reservoir between Brooklyn and Queens is becoming NYC’s favorite ecological comeback story

New York City is full of secret spots, but this one might just be our favorite ecological comeback story. Tucked away in Highland Park on the border of Brooklyn and Queens, the Ridgewood Reservoir is g...

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This spectacular 150-year-old Hudson Valley castle is officially one of the ‘best historic resorts’ in the US

If you are feeling a bit burnt out by the city's ultra-modern skyscrapers and shiny new developments, a bit of yesteryear is probably exactly what you need. Luckily, one of the most incredible histori...

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Manhattan’s first 5.5-acre public beach boasts 1,200 tons of sand, skyline views, and 20 million water-filtering oysters

When Gansevoort Peninsula opened in the fall of 2023, it made headlines with a seemingly impossible premise. It promised a public beach right in the heart of Manhattan. Now, nearly three years into its...

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Backed by a massive $559,000 grant, Liberty Science Center is launching two specialized vehicles to bring a high-tech NASA planetarium directly to New Jersey schools

Stargazing just got a whole lot more accessible across the Hudson! U.S. Senator Cory Booker has officially partnered with Liberty Science Center to launch a new initiative aimed at bringing the wonder...

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Here is where you can still experience Yayoi Kusama’s footprint in NYC—including a mind-bending mirrored room running until 2027

Following the sad news of her passing, many New Yorkers are reflecting on the incredible legacy of legendary Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Known as the 'princess of polka dots,' her immersive installat...

A severe cold front is hitting NYC today with 65-mph winds and flash floods — triggering a strict travel advisory and life-threatening coastal warnings for Brooklyn and Queens

Grab your umbrellas and double-check your commute, New York. A cold front is moving into the region, and it's bringing some serious weather along with it. City officials have officially issued a tr...

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After her recent passing, Dolly Parton’s ‘unfiltered’ Broadway musical will still premiere in New York on what would have been her 81st birthday

Following the recent passing of the beloved country legend, according to Deadline, producers have confirmed that DOLLY: A True Original Musical will proceed with its Broadway debut exactly as planned. ...

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A 1,000-capacity live music venue is coming to the Sunset Park waterfront – with panoramic Statue of Liberty views and triple-height ceilings

Brooklyn’s industrial waterfront is getting a major cultural upgrade. The visionary creative team behind Gowanus’ popular Public Records is bringing a brand-new 1,000-capacity live music and arts venu...

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Starting today, NYC is transforming Times Square into a massive pop-up pickleball festival — and you can play on the professional courts completely for free

New Yorkers, grab your paddles! The fastest-growing sport in America is taking over the Crossroads of the World. CityPickle is transforming Times Square into a pop-up pickleball paradise with CityPick...

Tired of NYC rent?: Spain will officially let you move there for a full year just to look for a job—here are the strict requirements to secure the extended visa

If your current life plan involves moving to Europe the second you find a way to make it work, you might want to update your passport. Between inflation, skyrocketing rents, and the daily grind of tryi...