Natalia Alvarez, Author at Secret NYC

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Times Square is transforming its Broadway plaza for a massive free Pride series this week — featuring a mini ball, live pop, and a drag finale

Get ready to celebrate, New York. The annual NYC Pride March is just around the corner, but you do not have to wait until the weekend to start the party. To kick off the celebrations early, the Times S...

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One of America’s most enchanting nighttime experiences is landing in upstate New York this Saturday — launching thousands of personalized lanterns into the water

If you are looking for a magical escape from the city, it is time to map out a mini road trip. One of America's most enchanting nighttime experiences is making a radiant stop in upstate New York, and...

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The complete 2026 NYC Pride parade route revealed — Here is exactly where to catch the world-famous celebration

Mark your calendars, New Yorkers. The annual NYC Pride March is officially returning to the streets of Manhattan at the end of June. As one of the largest and longest-running LGBTQIA+ demonstrations i...

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Just an hour from NYC: This quaint beach town’s 1894 wooden centerpiece is gearing up for a massive summer choir festival

If you are looking for a quick and unique getaway from the city, we have the perfect spot for you. Just an hour from NYC, you'll find the Great Auditorium—the sweeping wooden centerpiece of Ocean Grove, N...

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This 1840 stone citadel in Connecticut is hailed as the nation’s first lighthouse museum — featuring 29 circular steps, a rare congreve rocket and waterfront picnic grounds

Sometimes, you just need to trade the roar of the subway for a quiet, salty sea breeze. If you are looking for a charming maritime getaway, we have the perfect weekend day trip. Located at the entrance...

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Midway between New York and Boston sits an ideal coastal getaway — offering panoramic harbor views, a 1752 peninsula, and fresh local seafood

Stonington Borough, CT is a picturesque coastal peninsula loaded with maritime history and pure small-town charm. Settled in 1752, this quaint village sits perfectly midway between New York and Boston,...

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This 1-square-mile beach town in New Jersey feels like a late 19th-century time capsule — featuring a massive 1894 wooden auditorium and the famous Beersheba well

If you are looking to trade the concrete jungle for a quiet coastal retreat, we have found the perfect time capsule. Ocean Grove, New Jersey, is a peaceful, tree-lined beach town located just about an hou...

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Downtown’s CATCH performance series is throwing a massive 5th of July spectacular on Governors Island — with free open-air games and $33 indoor shows

Summer in NYC is all about island escapes and unforgettable parties. This year, LMCC’s 25th River To River Festival is bringing back a downtown favorite. The iconic CATCH performance series is hosting...

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One of Manhattan’s highest vantage points is hosting a limited-capacity Fourth of July event this summer — complete with custom digital fireworks and direct views of the returning Macy’s spectacular

Finding the perfect spot to watch the fireworks in NYC is always a challenge. This year, you can skip the crowded street corners and head straight into the sky. As America celebrates its 250th annivers...

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Just in time for International Sushi Day, this Brooklyn counter is serving a 14-course omakase paired with rare vinyl tracks.

Today is officially International Sushi Day, and if you are anything like us, you don't need much of an excuse to crave quality seafood. But if you want to go all out and truly celebrate the occasion, we...